About Us
Moore County Partners in Progress is the economic development organization for Moore County, North Carolina. We are a non-profit, public/private entity with a 501(c)(3) tax status.
Ray Ogden has been Executive Director of Partners in Progress since November, 2003. Melanie Thompson is the Office Manager and serves as Ray’s assistant. She has been with the organization since August, 2003.
» Read The Pilot newspaper’s profile on Ray.
Ray Ogden, Executive Director
Our mission is to add wealth to the community by attracting investment to expand the tax base and increase jobs, wages and personal income — all directed toward maintaining and improving the quality of life for our citizens.
>> Since 2003, Partners in Progress has assisted in bringing over $39.2 million in investment and almost 1,180 new jobs to Moore County.
Economic Development is a community effort, and we are pleased to work with our Board of Directors, our Partner Members, community and business leaders, as well as the residents of Moore County, to bring economic prosperity to our area.

Partners in Progress offers support and resources to assist you in starting, relocating or expanding your business in Moore County.
>> What can we do to help you? CONTACT US.
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