1. Independent Economic Development Task Force Meeting #16 December 11, 2013 K. Gleasman 12/11/20131

2. Agenda Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #15 Discuss potential ready workforce model Scott Elliott - current workforce readiness initiatives All – reconcile current with future workforce readiness initiatives Other topics from task force Public Comment –Summarized Input Adjourn 12/11/20132

3. Review and approve meeting notes from Mtg #15 12/11/20133 Transylvania County Independent Economic Development Task Force 12/4/2013 Mtg 15 Members Present:  Bradford  Gleasman  Harris  Higgins  Neumann  Watkins  Whitmire Members Absent:  Bradford  Gleasman  Harris  Higgins  Neumann  Watkins  Whitmire Others Present:Various members of public, Derek McKissock of Transylvania Times Recording Secretary:Karen Gleasman ITEM DISCUSSION BEYOND SLIDE DECK ACTION Review and approve Mtg Notes 14Approved Disccussion with J. Goldsmith Detailed notes from the discussion summarized in WORD document starting with prepared questionsJ Goldsmith Discussion 12_4_13 Full Day 12/6 meeting Reviewed with no additions Decision criteria for EDO decisionReviewed with no additions Other topics from task force membersnone Public comment through emailNo input received Email account open: TCIEDTF@gmail.com Adjourn

4. Tomorrow – one possible vision Numerous small businesses have been established in Transylvania County to add to successful current businesses. This has resulted in net job growth and a growing per capita income compared with 2013 data. Families are thriving and young citizens are finding great reasons to stay or return. Baby boomers continue to retire here with wonderful outlets to enjoy life and make a difference Our diverse arts and recreation culture is even better supported with the stronger economy 12/11/20134

5. Ready Workforce – Intent Intent is that we have an inventory of a ready workforce So that when while discussing new business opportunities:  we can state with confidence the size and capabilities of a ready workforce 12/11/20135

6. Ready Workforce – Potential Investment in and by under-employed citizens  Refreshed set of experiences for resume: ◦ Certified: math, computer, writing, technical skills (taught by volunteers and/or newly certified TA’s from the under-employed community) ◦ Internships: paid or unpaid (requires opportunities to be made available by existing companies)  Basics: current drug-tests, interview skills, resume writing, work expectations  Consolidates other needs from current and new businesses  Requires: investment to develop program, testing, child care, transportation…etc. 12/11/20136

7. Scott Elliott Comment Assistant Superintendent of Transylvania County Schools Career and Technical Education (vocational) programs Blue Ridge Community College Board of Trustees Chair of curriculum committee Current board president of VISION Transylvania 12/11/20137

8. Other topics from task force members 12/11/20138

9. Public Comment – summarized input Please send public comment to: o email address: TCIEDTF@gmail.com orTCIEDTF@gmail.com Or provide in writing prior to or after each meeting. New email will be accessible to all task force members Karen Gleasman will ensure written comments are passed on to all task force members  No input received last week 12/11/20139

10. Adjourn 12/11/201310

11. Roadmap to complete 3 tasks Have brainstormed list of 27 targeted industries Reviewed and modified: TC Assets TC Challenges Targeted companies profile Approach to econ development Branding Marketing 12/11/201311 9/11/20 13 12/06/2013

12. Mission statements 12/11/201312

13. Targeted completion date – after upgrade Oct 23, 2013: propose process to analyze agency data Oct 30, 2013: finalize process to analyze agency data (retreats?) October 31, 2013: most all agency input received November (with holidays): analyze data December: propose/evaluate organization construct alternatives End of January: Interim report to community – Brand, mission, vision, brainstormed list of targeted businesses, and EDO construct(s) Feb 12 – finalize org construct, brand, mission, vision March – Select targeted businesses, develop initial marketing plan March – Final report prepared/presented to community and commissioners 12/11/201313

14. Definition of Economic Development “Economic development is a process by which a community creates, retains, and reinvests wealth, and improves the quality of life.” David Dodson, MDC Inc, Chapel Hill, NC 12/11/201314

15. Targeted industry brainstormed list 10/9/2013 Goldsmith Industries Industries Target Company Profile NutraceuticalsAerospace industry partsCut & SewMedical care recovery Rev range: $50K - $50M Outdoor Recreation EquipmentComposites3D Printing Number of employees: 1-150 Food and Beverage Consider methods of mfg: e.g. precision maching, web based Environmental industries, e.g. recycled matls -> t-shirts Retention/expansion of current businesses Automotive PartsBrevard CollegeBRCC Quality of place is big draw Sports, Health, and WellnessBambooCamps Potential for above average pay Solo WorkerDestination spaMedical equipment TourismDestination health clubLabs e.g. biomedical Research lab: e.g. farm/agriBuild musical instruments Food processing, e.g. applesMore movies here Artisanal agriculture, e.g. mustards, Do More barsMusic recording studios Expansion of TVSEvents Parts/supplies for existing comp., e.g. cans for OSKAR BLUESContinuing care More like Everett Farms, Busy Bee NOT in conflict with quality of place 12/11/201315