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Meet Your Neighbors with Ashley Evans, Wolfspeed @79° West

February 8 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Wolfspeed is leading the transformation from silicon-to-silicon carbide (SiC) as we shape the future of semiconductor markets: the transition to electric vehicles, the evolution of renewable energy and energy storage and the advancement of industrial applications. After more than 35 years of forging new technology adoption and transformation, their Wolfspeed® power semiconductors are leading the industry through unrivaled expertise and capacity.

What’s next? We believe anything is possible through hard work, collaboration and a passion for innovation. Come join us at 79 Degrees West on February 8 from 5:30pm – 7pm to meet the team that is hiring for the world’s largest Silicon Carbide Materials factory. Our goal is to share these things with the community:

  • What is a semiconductor? Why is silicon carbide important to the future of energy efficiency for power applications?
  • How our core values as a company translate to our involvement in the community.
  • What jobs will they bring to Chatham County?
  • A sneak peek into construction progress of the facility
  • Answer any questions community members may have about their facility in Chatham County

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Details

Date:
February 8
Time:
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm