In a significant move for the East Coast’s manufacturing sector, California’s Custom Flavors has chosen Concord, North Carolina, for its new production hub, Governor Roy Cooper announced, with a plan to introduce 30 jobs and invest $6.5 million into the local economy. “With a skilled workforce, world-class infrastructure and strong business environment, North Carolina has built a reputation as a manufacturing powerhouse,” the Governor stated, as reported by his official news release.