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At the 2026 Chatham Development Briefing, leaders from across Chatham County came together to tell the full story of what’s ahead. Through fast-paced updates and shared insights, attendees gained a clearer understanding of the projects, priorities, and partnerships shaping our community’s future.

Whether planning, investing, hiring, or staying engaged, participants left with greater clarity, stronger connections, and the confidence to make informed decisions in a growing and changing Chatham.

2026 Presentation Slides

2026 Community Leader Speed Talks

              Michael Smith, President, Chatham EDC | >> Watch the Talk

              Dr. Lisa Chapman, President, Central Carolina Community College
              | >> Watch the Talk 

              Alex Culpepper, VP Corporate Development, Sunrock | >> Watch the Talk

              Sara Stephens, District Manager, Duke Energy | >> Watch the Talk

              Victor Czar, TriRiver Water, Assistant City Manager, City of Sanford
              | >> Watch the Talk 

              Matt Donovan, Director of Operations, Shook Construction
              | >> Watch the Talk 

              Mayor Donald Matthews, Town of Siler City | >> Watch the Talk  

              Commissioner Karen Howard, Chatham County | >> Watch the Talk 

              Mayor Jonathan Hensley, Town of Goldston | >> Watch the Talk

              Katie Walker, SVP & Market Executive, Fidelity Bank | >> Watch the Talk 

              Chris Ehrenfeld, Founder & President, BOLD Companies
              | >> Watch the Talk 

              Anna Tuell, President, Chatham Habitat for Humanity | >> Watch the Talk 

              Jody Leidolf, Land Planner, Reeves Farm | >> Watch the Talk 

Thank you to our 2026 Presenting Sponsors:   
                                                   
 

Breakfast Buffet Sponsor:                   Coffee & Networking Sponsor: 

Shared Vision Sponsors: 

Table Sponsors:

And to Our Chatham Champions! 

And all of the Major Investors who invest in the work of The Chatham Chamber!