What Members Say About NCFREE
"No one knows North Carolina politics like NCFREE. But improving our state's business and political climate is no easy task. To continue NCFREE's long record of success, we must be prepared for an increasingly fast-paced campaign political environment. Armed with new tools and fresh approaches, we'll be equipped to continue providing the objective, relevant and cost-effective counsel businesspeople across the state expect from NCFREE. The Silver Anniversary Campaign will provide the tools needed to fulfill NCFREE's mission well into the 21st century."
Teena Little
NCFREE Board Chair, 2005-2006
"When it comes to the difficult, perennial job of mining for relevant research, NCFREE is the mother lode."
Steve Keene
NC Medical Society
"Join NCFREE and learn what legislators support business. You will be amazed how much difference you can make."
Bill Brown
Brown & Wood Pontiac-Cadillac-GMC
"NCFREE is without a doubt the most comprehensive and most politically accurate assessment of North Carolina’s political environment that exists today."
Gary Laws
Duke Energy Corp.
"NCFREE has had a tremendous positive impact on politics through its efforts to help elect business-oriented candidates."
Steve Zelnak
Martin Marietta Aggregates
"NCFREE is the only organization which keeps track of the legislative activities, positions, and votes of statewide elected officials and evaluates them with regard to their friendliness/lack thereof toward business. Its only agenda, political or otherwise, is the economic well-being of our state, and the promotion of those candidates with a pro-business philosophy, and the public identification of those whose records indicate they may impede our economic progress."
Thomas C. Watson, Jr.
Watson Insurance Agency
"North Carolinians want political leaders who place economic growth and job creation at the top of their priority list. NCFREE keeps our business community engaged in the political process by providing resources and information on topics critical to a pro-economic development agenda. I applaud NCFREE for recognizing the importance of business growth to North Carolina's citizens and for facilitating political progress on these issues."
Richard H. Moore
NC State Treasurer
"Over my 15 years as an NCFREE member, I have found their information invaluable in following the political process. Their reports, prognostications and commentary is accurate and timely. We consider our membership an excellent investment."
Alex G. MacFadyen, Jr.
First Citizens Bank
"Because politicians naturally try to appeal to the broadest possible constituency, only accurate information concerning their voting history can give citizens the true picture of our elected officials. NCFREE is the most trusted source of this information for business issues."
Carl E. Wallace
Glen Raven Mills
"I consider The Almanac to be the Holy Grail of North Carolina political research and insight. The Fall Regional Briefings provide attendees a roadmap for the political future, along with a clear understanding of those who are friends of business and those who are not."
Timothy D. (Tim) Kent
NC Association of Realtors
"As always, the briefing was thought provoking and entertaining. The almanac is thorough and organized well. In a word, impressive."
Kent Beck
Lexington State Bank
"NCFREE's briefings and almanac provide insight that I think is unique in my years of business. The voting record evaluations along with the comparison to the voter demographics in each area gives me a picture of where to seek change and where to be thankful for what we've got...."
Jim Parrish
Carolina Biological Supply
"NCFREE's comprehensive, objective, unbiased assessment represents an invaluable resource when we are projecting the political landscape."
Jerry Davis
Blue Ridge HealthCare
"The information presented at the fall briefing was timely, interesting and valuable. The Almanac of NC Politics is a splendid resource."
Frank Sutherland
Jefferson-Pilot
"Best source of political data you will ever see. No comparison any where else."
Dean Proctor
United Beverages of North Carolina, LLC
"NCFREE is the best source for me and other small businesses to evaluate the pro-business, pro-jobs philosophy of a potential candidate or incumbent of elected office."
Bo Biggs
KM Biggs
"As always, the information and dialogue were excellent, stimulating, and educational; the Almanac keeps getting better and the information easier to understand. I feel that the business community is more informed due to NCFREE's continuing efforts to keep us politically savvy for the future of our State economic health."
Al Lineberry, Jr.
Lineberry & Associates
"The fall regional meeting in Greensboro was up to NCFREE high standards. The Almanac is community property at Epes and is most useful. You, John and your support team continue to excel."
Al Bodford
Epes Transport
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