Jamie Norment to Speak on Military Growth at Federal Reserve Economic Update Lunch

Ward and Smith government relations and economic development attorney Jamie Norment will discuss military growth and its continuing impact on Eastern North Carolina during the New Bern Area Chamber of Commerce’s Federal Reserve Economic Update Lunch on Wednesday, November 18.

The luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Attendees will hear an update on national and local economic conditions from Matthew Martin, Senior Vice President and Regional Executive with the Federal Reserve.

Norment’s presentation will focus growth at MCAS Cherry Point and the defense industrial base, which will have far-reaching implications for the region’s businesses, workforce, and infrastructure. Eastern North Carolina’s military installations will become and even more important economic driver, supporting thousands of service members, civilian employees, military families, contractors, and local businesses.

Focusing on the intersection of government policy and economic development at Ward and Smith, Norment works with clients on public policy and government matters that affect their operations and long-term planning. His perspective will help attendees better understand how military-related growth may shape opportunities and challenges across the region.

The event will begin with registration at 11:30 a.m., followed by a buffet lunch at noon. Presentations are scheduled from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Registration for New Bern Chamber of Commerce members is $40 per person.