T H E O F F I C I A L P U B L I C AT I O N O F T H E I N D U S T R I A L A S S E T M A N A G E M E N T C O U N C I L November 2008 www.siteselection.com North Carolina Gov. Mike Easley is an avid supporter of the NASCAR industry, which has steadily grown in significance as a state economic engine during his tenure. 0811CoverA.indd 1 10/27/08 7:31:45 AM