The Greater Fayetteville Chamber presents the 2025 State of the Community, an event bringing together regional leaders, policymakers, business executives, nonprofit voices and engaged citizens for strategic conversations about the future of Fayetteville and Cumberland County. This event is a key platform for collaboration, community insight and collective action spotlighting critical issues and bold ideas that shape the region’s progress.
This year’s State of the Community will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Crown Exposition Center.
Confirmed Speakers include: U.S. Senator Thom Tillis, U.S. Representative David Rouzer (NC District 7), Kirk deViere, Chair, Cumberland County Board of Commissioners, Mayor Mitch Colvin, City of Fayetteville, Mike Nagowski, CEO, Cape Fear Valley Health, Stanley Wearden, President, Methodist University, David Zeitz, President, Longleaf Pine Realtors
This forum examines the region’s top priorities from economic growth and workforce development to healthcare, infrastructure and military-community partnerships. Attendees will hear directly from leaders shaping policy and progress across sectors.
“Our goal is to ensure that every stakeholder, whether an elected official, small business owner, educator, or community advocate has a seat at the table,” said President & CEO of the Greater Fayetteville Chamber Nat Robertson in a press release. “This is where collective leadership meets actionable vision.”
Seating is limited. For event table purchase and/or sponsorship details, please contact: Jordan Sturgis events@faybiz.com
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