Bruce Thompson was quoted by the Triangle Business Journal in an article about an EV boat manufacturer selecting North Carolina for a 170-job manufacturing plant. 

"Bruce Thompson, a site selection consultant who has worked with firms such as Apple (Nasdaq: AAPL) and supersonic jet maker Boom Technologies, said companies across the EV manufacturing supply chain are focused on the Southeast, and North Carolina stands out."

"'We have a strong workforce, world class education, and business friendly tax and regulatory requirements," he said. "That is an unbeatable combination.'"

You may read the full article here: Pattern emerges as North Carolina wins another EV manufacturer