Nestled 55 miles northwest of Raleigh, Person County is a rural community of about 39,000 people. The county has played an outsized role in fueling North Carolina's growth through the Roxboro and Mayo coal-fired power plants. Both plants generate enough power to meet nearly 12 percent or more of North Carolina’s energy needs in peak periods. And what’s more, Person County embraced that role, building an economy to support energy generation well into the future. And the county’s leaders and workforce stand ready to take on this new challenge, transitioning from coal-fired plants to natural gas generation – a clean alternative bridge fuel important to the state’s transition. AN INTERVIEW WITH GORDON POWELL Chairman, Person County Board of Commissioners

Person County is at the heart of the clean energy transition for North Carolina. Person County isn't just a place on a map, it's the very foundation of life for many. It's where roots run deep, where memories are made, and where families have thrived for generations. The profound personal ties that individuals share with Person County extend beyond the sentimental to encompass the economic pulse of the region, playing an important role in ensuring a reliable power source for millions throughout North Carolina. The future looks bright with the promise of new natural gas plants, signifying not just continued stability, but a chance for the county and the state to reach even greater heights.

Person County, NC is home to many energy companies. Piedmont Community College emerges as a key player in this evolution, dedicated to nurturing a workforce ready for the energy transition challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. With a focus on the growing field of electrical power production, the college ensures that its students not only grasp the fundamentals of electricity, but also acquire essential business and information technology knowledge. With a required internship component embedded in degree programs, Piedmont Community College ensures graduates are not only well-educated, but also hands on, contributing to the workforce that will shape the county's energy landscape for years to come.

Now that the state is transitioning to new forms of energy generation, Person County, NC has all the components necessary to make the state’s energy transition both timely and affordable. We interviewed Representative Ray Jeffers making the case that Person County is ready to help transform the existing plant sites and implement North Carolina’s plan for cleaner energy generation.

At Sikes Media, we take great pride and joy in bringing our clients' visions to life through filmmaking. Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to collaborate with Opex Technologies to capture their annual Tower Shoot at Opex Farms. As filmmakers, it's always a pleasure to work with clients who are passionate about their events, and Opex Technologies puts on world-class events. The picturesque landscape of Opex Farms served as the perfect backdrop, allowing us to create footage that truly encapsulated the essence of the hunt. How does a tower shoot work? Picture this: 8 carefully positioned stations encircling an impressive 25-foot tower, with 2-3 hunters at each location. The pheasants soar from the tower, and participants unite in a quest to bring down these robust birds. We are immensely grateful to Opex Technologies for entrusting us with this opportunity. We look forward to future projects that continue to push the boundaries of creativity and storytelling. #sikesmedia #videoproduction #VideoMarketing #videos #opextechnologies #pheasanthunting #videostorytelling #Marketingagency

We had the privilege of interviewing Olympic skier Bode Miller Miller during the Opex Technologies Tech Summit at Spanish Peaks in Big Sky, Montana. 🏔️ Check out this video we captured highlighting this extraordinary event where tech leaders from around the country gathered to discuss the future of technology and forge new relationships! #opextechnologies #techsummit #bodemiller #sikesmedia #innovation #technology #techleadership

🎥 Reflecting on an incredible year, we had the privilege of capturing moments in some truly remarkable places and meeting extraordinary individuals along the way. As we bid farewell to 2023, we're filled with gratitude for the inspiring collaborations that have shaped our journey. To all our clients and friends who chose Sikes Media as their creative partner, thank you for entrusting us with your stories. Your trust fuels our passion for excellence. Here's to an even more exciting 2024 filled with innovative projects, compelling narratives, and continued growth. Wishing each and every one of you a Happy New Year! Cheers to the adventures that lie ahead! #happynewyear #SikesMedia #gratitude #ExcitedFor2024

Our team at Sikes Media is thrilled about our latest collaboration with Community Care of North Carolina (CCNC)! We had the privilege of creating a video showcasing CCNC's incredible dedication to community-based healthcare in North Carolina. CCNC's impact is profound, ensuring independent practices play a crucial role in shaping the future of their communities. Our team is also proud to work closely with the Community Care Physician Network (CCPN), North Carolina's largest independent physician network. With a remarkable presence of over 3,000 primary care physicians in 900+ practices, CCPN physicians are at the forefront, providing care to one out of every three Medicaid patients in the state. Beyond collaboration, we consider ourselves friends on a mission to make a positive difference in healthcare. Cheers to CCNC and CCPN for the opportunity, and here's to more success, innovation, and impact! 🙌 #SikesMedia #CCNC #Community #Healthcare #NorthCarolina #HealthcareInnovation #CollaborationSuccess

In the latest video we created for our client Advance Concrete, we spotlight their Director of Client Success, Ben Leach. This video offers a glimpse into the strategic thinking and client-centric philosophy that set Advance Concrete apart in the construction industry, with Ben Leach at the forefront of ensuring clients' success! #SikesMedia #marketingagency #videoproduction #AdvanceConcrete #clientsuccess #concrete #itsallaboutthepeople

We take pride in our collaboration with Opex Technologies, a prominent team of technology transformation advisors. Recently, they hosted an Entrepreneur and Leadership University Day at their office, and we had the privilege of creating a video recap capturing the highlights of the day. 🎓 Accomplished entrepreneurs and executives, including alumni from East Carolina University and Elon University, generously shared profound insights into their remarkable journeys, triumphs over challenges, and invaluable lessons learned along the way. The panelists from both the Leadership and Entrepreneurship discussions did an outstanding job. Your wisdom and experiences have left a lasting inspiration for us all. 🙌 The panelists included: ☑ Steve Jones- CEO of Dogwood State Bank ☑ Vern Davenport- Partner at QHP Capital ☑ Allison Breeding- CMO atApptio ☑ Chris Bell- Regional President of Truist ☑ Burney Jennings- Chairman of Biscuitville ☑ Daniel Englebretson- Founder of Khronos ☑ Rich Lee- CEO of Hosted Solutions and Pureport ☑ Van Isley- CEO of Professional Builder Supply #SikesMedia #marketingagency #OpexTechnologies #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #alumnispotlight #inspiration #businessjourney

Sikes Media is thrilled to unveil our latest project—a compelling marketing video showcasing the exceptional work of Starlight Pediatrics in Holly Springs, North Carolina. At Sikes Media, we believe in crafting stories that inspire, and we're proud to have collaborated with Starlight Pediatrics to bring their narrative to life. 🎥✨

We're thrilled to present this video we created for our valued client, Advance Concrete, LLC. As an industry leader in concrete solutions, Advance Concrete is currently in the final stages of their Pathway Triangle project, located in the heart of Morrisville, North Carolina. This 75-acre project encompasses a Research and Development and Biomanufacturing Campus, featuring over a million square feet of cutting-edge facilities. Morrisville's strategic location within the Research Triangle region is the perfect location for Pathway Triangle, responding to the demand for life science advancements. With Morrisville's range of conveniences and amenities, it stands as the top choice for professionals, including lab technicians and scientists, who are all contributing to the remarkable success of this monumental project. #SikesMedia #Marketing #VideoStorytelling #AdvanceConcrete #PathwayTriangle #MorrisvilleNC #Biomanufacturing #ResearchAndDevelopment #LifeScience #RTP #ConstructionProgress #Innovation #RealEstateDevelopment #NorthCarolina #FutureofBiomanufacturing

Sikes Media had the privilege of collaborating with Western Wake Pediatrics to produce an engaging video that illuminates how Community Care Physicians Network (CCPN) extends invaluable support to independent primary care practices throughout North Carolina. In this inspiring video project, we captured the dedication and camaraderie that CCPN fosters within the healthcare community. The result is an impactful video that exemplifies the vital role CCPN plays in empowering independent practitioners, while also highlighting the partnership and mutual respect shared between CCPN and Western Wake Pediatrics. It was truly a pleasure for us at Sikes Media to work alongside Western Wake Pediatrics on this meaningful project.

Our team had the privilege of creating a captivating video for Opex Technologies, highlighting their incredible Redfish Fishing Tournament 2023 at River Dunes. 🐟 We're incredibly proud of the final result and grateful for the opportunity to work with Opex Technologies on this project. It's always inspiring to collaborate with organizations that share our passion for storytelling through visuals. #SikesMedia #VideoProduction #RiverDunes #RedfishTournament #OpexTechnologies #OpexRedfishFishingTournament

We are thrilled to share the video we created for Core Rapport HR Consulting as we sat down with Rachel Trunkey, PHR,SHRM-CP, the company's Principal and Founder. The goal was to showcase their expertise and highlight their genuine dedication to supporting their clients' success. At Sikes Media, we firmly believe that storytelling with video is a game-changer in the marketing landscape. It has the power to resonate with audiences, build trust, and foster meaningful connections. Core Rapport's dedication to delivering exceptional HR support beautifully aligns with this philosophy. #SikesMedia #CoreRapportHRConsulting #StorytellingWithVideo #VideoMarketing #HRConsulting #BusinessTransformation #EmpoweringSuccess #marketingagency #sonycamera #Sony

Sikes Media, a renowned video production company, recently partnered with the American Flood Coalition to create a compelling video that sheds light on their advocacy day in North Carolina. This collaboration aimed to raise awareness about the urgent need for flooding reform in the state and highlight the efforts of the American Flood Coalition in driving adaptation to combat the challenges posed by rising seas, severe storms, and frequent flooding. Through their video, Sikes Media documented the coalition's stakeholders as they engaged with legislators, emphasizing the importance of acting swiftly to address this critical issue.

At Sikes Media, we are thrilled to unveil the latest episode of our captivating "Day in the Life" video series, showcasing the unwavering support provided by Community Care Physicians Network to practices across North Carolina, including the esteemed Horizon Internal Medicine located in High Point.

Sikes Media is proud to have partnered with Advance Concrete as they construct a massive video board for NC State's Carter-Finley Stadium. Our team filmed and produced a video overview of the project, showcasing the hard work and dedication that went into bringing this exciting project to life.

Sikes Media is a leading marketing agency that specializes in creating custom video content for businesses. Recently, Sikes Media had the opportunity to work with Triangle Electric and EV Solutions Company, a leading provider of electric vehicle charging solutions. The project involved creating a company overview video that showcased Triangle Electric and EV Solutions Company's history, products, and services. The video was designed to tell the company's story in a compelling and engaging way, while also highlighting its unique value proposition in the EV charging space. To begin the project, Sikes Media worked closely with Triangle Electric and EV Solutions Company to develop a script and storyboard that captured the essence of the brand and its mission. The script focused on the company's core values, such as innovation, quality, and customer service, and highlighted the benefits of its products and services. Once the script was finalized, the Sikes Media team began the filming process. The video was shot on location at a Triangle Electric and EV Solutions customer's home where the company's products and services were being used. To capture the essence of the brand, Sikes Media used a combination of live-action footage and voiceover audio. The live-action footage showcased the company's products and services in action. The final video was edited and polished by the Sikes Media team, with the addition of sound effects, music, and voiceover narration to enhance the overall quality and impact of the video. The company overview video produced by Sikes Media for Triangle Electric and EV Solutions was a great success, showcasing the company's unique value proposition and establishing its brand identity in the competitive EV charging space. Overall, Sikes Media's collaboration with Triangle Electric and EV Solutions Company was a great example of how custom video content can be a powerful tool for businesses to tell their brand story and drive awareness in today's digital age.

Our team at Sikes Media had a blast creating this for the Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO) to raise awareness about the impact dental support organizations are making in the state of North Carolina. sikesmedia.com

@sikesmedia enjoyed working with Goldsboro Pediatrics in Goldsboro, NC to talk about how Community Care of North Carolina supports independent primary care practices.

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What a year it's been! Thank you for choosing @sikesmedia for marketing support. We value our partnership with you and look forward to serving you in the new year! -Tommy Sikes

What a year it's been! Thank you for choosing @sikesmedia for marketing support. We value our partnership with you and look forward to serving you in the new year! -Tommy Sikes

🎥 We are proud to create this video series "A Day in the Life" for Oppomed and Transitions LifeCare to the tell story of how their RNs and CNAs care for individuals and families with compassion, support, and expertise as they navigate the end of life or a life-changing illness.

The team at Evolution Safety Resources contacted us to create a video series to highlight the range of services they offer and the technical knowledge and industry experience their consultants proudly provide. This video focuses on workplace safety staffing as ESR continues to revolutionize workplace safety. The company supports some of the nation's largest construction companies, manufacturing facilities, and development projects helping clients surpass compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) while keeping employees safe on the job. Thank you Evolution Safety Resources for choosing Sikes Media for video production and marketing support. Are you interested in custom video for your business? Integrating high-quality, professional video into your marketing strategy may seem unattainable — but it’s not. One of the advantages of working with Sikes Media is we have the equipment and expertise necessary to script, shoot, edit, produce and distribute your video effectively, and in a way that aligns with and supports your marketing goals. Visit us at sikesmedia.com and let's get the conversation started.

This project was a lot of fun to create! Often times we as fellow Americans, brothers & sisters, like to focus on ALL the things and issues that make us different, BUT we stand with Chapel Hart and challenge you today to stop and appreciate each other for all of the amazing things we ALL have in common! This song brings the power of unity to life! AMERICAN PRIDE Find & follow us at http://www.chapelhart.com/

We enjoy creating video overviews for our clients to make them stand out from the crowd and drive awareness about the services they offer. If your business could use a video like this, contact us today and let's get the conversation started. sikesmedia.com

Emily White is back with a brand new spin on one of the greatest Country Songs ever written! From her debut album, "Child of Mississippi," Emily's powerful vocals are on full display in this beautiful version of a Tammy Wynette classic. Follow the links below to buy or stream Emily White, "Stand By Your Man."