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Welcome
East Carolina University is an engine of economic development for the region and state. Each year, the university
generates over $2 billion for the state's economy. Through education, research and community engagement, East Carolina
continues to develop new ideas and establish new relationships that will contribute to further economic growth.
OEIED and ECU faculty assisting 8 eastern NC counties and communities through the NC Dept of Commerce’s Talent Enhancement Demonstration Grants program.
Municipal Management and Innovation Initiative providing technical and municipal management assistance to support economic development planning in Town of Aurora.
Engagement and Outreach Scholars Academy providing professional development training in community engagement and outreach best practices to 10 ECU faculty.
Innovators Academy training faculty, staff and students in innovation and technology commercialization processes.
Chancellor's Industry Roundtable explored engineering education and workforce development needs in eastern NC.