Elizabeth Basnight

Elizabeth Basnight is the Assistant Director of Business Programs at NCGrowth, with a focus on enhancing opportunities for businesses and communities in North and South Carolina through research and technical assistance.

Coming from Eastern North Carolina, Elizabeth has a passion for connecting with individuals in rural areas and has a diverse background in entrepreneurship, agriculture, and social programs.

She holds a B.A. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has also pursued a language and culture program at Université Sorbonne Nouvelle.

Elizabeth's professional journey includes roles such as Manager of the Entrepreneur Technical Assistance Program and Economic Development Analyst at NCGrowth, as well as experience in farming, agritourism, and internship direction at UNC.

She has engaged in various impactful roles, including work with Planned Parenthood, small-scale farming in Saxapahaw, and initiatives supporting entrepreneurship education.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Elizabeth enjoys visiting her hometown in Morehead City and exploring remote surfing destinations internationally.

Her commitment to enhancing opportunities for all and her background in diverse sectors make Elizabeth a valuable asset in the realms of business programs and community development.