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Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce Hosts Childcare Crisis Summit

The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with the Iredell County Partnership for Young Children, NC Child, and Iredell Economic Development, invites business leadership to join a critical summit on February 14, 2025, to address the ongoing childcare crisis impacting families and businesses throughout Iredell County.

As local families and businesses continue to feel the strain of limited childcare access, this summit will bring together key stakeholders to explore tangible solutions and collaborative strategies to address the crisis head-on.

Key Topics Include:

● The impact of the childcare crisis on Iredell County
● Local initiatives and partnerships working toward change
● Strategies to attract and retain childcare providers
● Advocacy efforts to support both families and businesses in the region

Speakers:

● Lisa Familo, Executive Director, Partnership for Young Children
● Erica Palmer Smith, Executive Director, NC Child

The event will take place at the Unity Center located at 1145 Salisbury Rd, Statesville, from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM. A continental breakfast will be served, providing an opportunity for networking and discussion. RSVP is required visit: https://www.statesvillechamber.org/chamberevents/

This program is presented in collaboration with the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, Iredell County Partnership for Young Children, NC Child, and Iredell Economic Development, with special thanks to Randy Marion and Bobcat for sponsoring the event.

“Childcare is a critical issue for both families and businesses, and we must work together to create solutions,” said Shannon Viera, IOM, Chamber President & CEO. “This summit is an opportunity for our community to engage, share ideas, and advocate for necessary changes in the childcare sector.”

About the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce:
The Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce works to support, promote, and advocate for local businesses and the Statesville area community. Our Mission is: Building strategic partnerships, driving business success and connecting people to opportunities. Through events, advocacy, and partnerships, the Chamber strives to foster economic growth and improve quality of life for residents and businesses in the Greater Statesville Area and Iredell County.

For more information about the Childcare Crisis Summit and the Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce, you can contact the Chamber at 704-873-2892 Ext. 0 and visit us at StatesvilleChamber.org.