'Making the Connection' Investing Early in Our Future
This year’s Education Luncheon will focus on the connection between early childhood investment and our future workforce and local/state economy.

Keynote speaker Patrick Cronin, Assistant Director for Policy &
Programs for the Institute for Emerging Issues will be speaking on the influences on a child’s development and how these issues effect workforce and economic development in communities. Following the keynote address, attendees will hear from panelists on these
issues and their impact on Wayne County. 

Panelists:
Charlie Ivey, Retired, Partnership for Children of Wayne County
Adam Sotak, Public Engagement Director, NC Child
Dr. David T. Tayloe, Jr., Goldsboro Pediatrics, P.A.