TBJ: Corridors Of Opportunity Lee County

TBJ explores what’s next for Lee County – economic development, housing, health care, research and transportation. This unique in-person panel discussion brings local businesses, government officials and local stakeholders together for an honest discussion about our economic pillars and what the future holds for Lee County, home to Sanford.

Lee County’s economy for decades focused on manufacturing, but now the community is transitioning to become a hub for life sciences thanks to expansions of Pfizer and new companies bringing hundreds of high-paying jobs to Sanford. There are also several housing developments that will bring hundreds of new homes to Sanford over the coming years when they are built out.

You won’t want to miss when local experts weigh in on what’s next for Lee County.

Panelists are:

Ravi Nagarkar, CEO, US operations, Bharat Forge

Jimmy Randolph, CEO of the Sanford Area Growth Alliance

Jay Rapp, Managing Partner, Helix Ventures

Rebecca Wyhof Salmon, Mayor of Sanford