Innovation is key to UNC-Town of Chapel Hill development strategy, says exec leading the effort
Posted Jun 7, 2021
Chapel Hill and University of North Carolina are embarking on a long-term partnership aiming to boost economic development and develop an innovation district while driving up the number of professionals working from and supporting businesses in the heart of the city. And a veteran business executive with strong UNC roots is spearheading the effort.
(WRAL Tech Wire)
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