Workforce & Talent
Montgomery County has a long history of manufacturing excellence and a workforce built on generations of experience in production, skilled trades, logistics, agriculture, forestry products, and advanced manufacturing.
Employers benefit from access to both Montgomery County's workforce and a broader regional labor shed extending across central North Carolina.
A unique advantage for Montgomery County is the close partnership between Montgomery Community College, Montgomery Central High School, and the County's Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. Located on a shared campus, these institutions create a seamless workforce development pipeline that exposes students to career pathways early, supports industry-recognized credentials, and connects employers directly with future talent.
Workforce Strengths
- Manufacturing and production experience
- Skilled trades workforce
- Transportation and logistics workforce
- Agricultural and forestry expertise
- Short commute times
- Competitive labor costs
- Integrated K-12, CTE, and community college workforce pipeline
- Customized training and workforce development partnerships through Montgomery Community College
Workforce Development Advantage
Montgomery County's educational campus brings together Montgomery Community College, Montgomery Central High School, and Career & Technical Education programs in one location, creating direct pathways from classroom to career and helping employers build talent pipelines for current and future workforce needs.