Gary J Salamido
@GSalamido
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President and CEO
Raleigh, NC
Joined July 2009
NC Chamber President and CEO @GSalamido will join @NC_HomeBuilders and state leaders Thursday, Nov. 6, in Durham to discuss talent gaps. Attendees can visit the Be Pro Be Proud NC mobile workshop, which promotes skilled trades and high-demand careers. Register >
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We would be delighted if you could attend this exclusive luncheon! Please RSVP, we can't wait to see you! Keep up with Be Pro Be Proud NC on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bepro...
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A new @USChamber report shows the federal shutdown is putting $36.2 million in weekly payments to NC businesses at risk. @GSalamido told @TriangleBizJrnl NC’s business climate is strong and employers are resilient, but instability in federal operations threatens that strength.
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The government shutdown threatens $36.2 million weekly in payments to NC small business contractors, risking recession if it continues through 2025.
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NC Chamber Advocate member @NCYMCAAlliance is partnering with 31 teens to launch the inaugural NC State Teen Mental Health Advisory Council. TMAC will equip students to promote mental wellness, reduce stigma, and create positive change in schools and communities. Read more >
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NC Chamber President and CEO @GarySalamido issued the following statement regarding a federal government shutdown. https://t.co/CUwthdKmoY
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Peter Hans, president of the @UNCSystem, shares that today’s ceremony is more than just a chancellor installation — it’s a homecoming. Welcome home, #NCStateChancellor Kevin Howell.
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“To stand before you today as chancellor is a testament to the power of an NC State education.” Four decades ago, Kevin Howell stepped foot on campus as a student. Today, he was installed as the university’s 15th chancellor. 🐺👏🧱 #NCStateChancellor 🔗 https://t.co/FzWdDS4Zq3
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NC Chamber Insider member Ward and Smith, P.A., has opened a new office in Columbia, S.C., marking a milestone in the firm’s growth across the Carolinas. The expansion strengthens the firm’s ability to serve clients with ties to South Carolina. Read More >
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Ward and Smith, P.A., is pleased to announce the opening of its Columbia, South Carolina, office on October 13, 2025, marking a significant milesto...
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Corning Optical, a division of New York-based @Corning, is expanding its manufacturing operations in Catawba County, creating about 132 new jobs with an investment between $170 million and $267.9 million. Corning is an NC Chamber insider member and #NCLeads investor. Read More >
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Corning Optical will expand in Hickory NC Trivium Corporate Center, creating 132 jobs and investing $170 million to $268 million, about $6M in local incentives.
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NC Chamber Pinnacle member @Hornets announced a multi-year partnership with Greensboro-based NC Chamber Cornerstone member @HondaJet, giving Honda naming rights to the Courtside Club at the Spectrum Center. The HondaJet Courtside Club will offer fans an elevated experience. Read
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Honda Aircraft of Greensboro expands partnership with NBA's Charlotte Hornets, gains naming rights for Spectrum Center's Courtside Club while developing new jet.
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North Carolina's economic growth is continuing to make headlines! At last week’s inaugural Business Playbook event, leaders discussed what’s driving our success and what’s next. Thanks to @MichaelABC11TV for covering the conversation with @GSalamido and other experts. Read More
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"We need to look at child care, we need to look at housing and make sure that both of those are accessible and affordable."
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The Honor Foundation is committed to helping veterans enter their next chapter beyond active-duty service. Volunteers are needed to conduct mock interviews in Pinehurst on Thursday, Oct. 30. Sign up today to donate your time and expertise. Read More >
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Join NC Chamber Cornerstone Member @DeanDorton on Tuesday, Nov. 4, in Raleigh for "AI in the Nonprofit Sector." Experts Polina Nikolova and Jayna Newcomer will share strategies to help nonprofits harness AI and tackle common challenges. Register >
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Join Dean Dorton and partners for an afternoon of networking and conversation.
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A competitive, balls and strikes legal climate is a pillar of North Carolina's competitive position as the best state for business. The @NCChamber and @NCChamberLegal @NCAgLawyer are in their preserving and protecting "the paper" every day.
The NC Chamber Legal Institute, with allied groups and @ParkerPoe, filed an amicus brief in Mohebali v. Hayes. The @nccourts upheld the state’s cap on noneconomic medical malpractice damages, reinforcing legal predictability and economic competitiveness. Read more >
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Thank you to @ABC11_WTVD for highlighting how NC continues building on its success as the #1 state for business — and how we’re tackling the challenges ahead. We’ll keep aligning talent, infrastructure & innovation stay on top. 🔗 https://t.co/VtEvkHFQEu
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"We need to look at child care, we need to look at housing and make sure that both of those are accessible and affordable."
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We asked #AgAllies2025 attendees to share one word for the future of ag in NC. 🌾 From @smithlaw, @NCAgPartnership, @officialumo, @NCAgriculture, and @AgSouthFC — their words may be simple, but the vision is powerful: a future full of opportunity and innovation.
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Energy leaders from @DukeEnergy, @amazon, and @JetZero are discussing reliable, affordable energy as the foundation of NC’s economic growth. The conversation is moderated by #NCChamberFoundation President and Sr. VP of External Affairs at the NC Chamber @MeredithA_NC.
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Our inaugural Business Playbook conference is underway! @GSalamido and @NCAgLawyer of @NCChamber kick off the day setting the stage for powerful discussions on NC’s path to long-term business success. #NCBizPlaybook #ncga #ncpol
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Each year, about 20,000 service members leave NC bases. NC Chamber's @GSalamido joined @SenThomTillis, @NC_Governor, @ed4nchous1, and business leaders to discuss connecting these skilled workers to the state’s talent pipeline. The event launched a two-year pilot funded by a $750K
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NC-based @CPI_Road has acquired eight hot-mix asphalt plants and their crews in the Houston area, strengthening the company’s presence in the Texas asphalt market and adding experienced teams committed to safety and quality. @CPI_Road is an NC Chamber insider member and #NCLeads
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Company Adds Eight Hot-Mix Asphalt Plants in Houston Metro Area …...
We’ve expanded in Texas. Construction Partners acquired eight hot-mix asphalt plants and crews in the Houston area from Vulcan Materials affiliates. The operations join Durwood Greene Construction Co., strengthening our work across the region. Read more: https://t.co/6pvGjGTy0g
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Reliable, affordable, and modern sources of energy are key to NC's competitive business climate and to increasing the amount of nuclear generation today and into the future. Natural gas is a key. @NCChamber @ShopFloorNAM
Federal regulators found MVP Southgate’s revised pipeline route would have fewer environmental impacts, a key step ahead of @FERC’s final decision. The NC Chamber supports the project, which will expand North Carolina’s natural gas capacity to meet growing energy needs. Read
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