Charlotte-based Moore & Van Allen has hired a veteran South Carolina economic recruiter with UNC Charlotte ties to serve as the law firm’s director of economic development.
Daniel Young brings more than 30 years of senior level experience in economic development projects to his new role. As executive director of the South Carolina Coordinating Council for Economic Development, Young was responsible for negotiating South Carolina’s discretionary incentive programs. He served in this role under three governors and four commerce secretaries.
In his final 18 months with South Carolina government, Young helped the state close on projects worth $14 billion in new capital investment and 18,000 jobs. His experience includes helping secure projects in South Carolina with BMW, Volvo Car, Scout Motors, Continental Tire, Michelin, Bridgestone, AESC (EV) Energy Storage and Daimler Vans.
He also has experience in research involving state industrial projects, rural development and disaster recovery, according to a release from Moore & Van Allen.
“Daniel is a well-respected figure in economic development circles both regionally and nationally. He understands the micro and macro elements of a successful economic development project, and the ways in which it can enrich the surrounding communities,” says Thomas L. Mitchell, Moore & Van Allen’s chair and managing partner, in a statement.
With more than 400 attorneys, Moore & Van Allen is one of the largest law firms in the Southeast. Its Economic Development and Incentives team has represented companies that have invested more than $17 billion and created thousands of jobs across the United States.
Young earned his bachelor’s degree from UNC Charlotte. He received the South Carolina Economic Developers Association’s Distinguished Service Award. He also served for more than 20 years on the State Technical College board of directors.