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17 <br /> Page 2 of 2 Lisa Kaylie <br /> Orange County is my family's home and I care deeply about our community. Economic <br /> Development is critical to the future of Orange County. It is not just important to our business <br /> community. The taxes generated by our businesses enable all of the social supports that are <br /> critical for our citizens, from our schools to our senior centers. In addition my interest in <br /> supporting economic development, I am also interested in sharing the benefits of inclusive <br /> employment. At a time when NC has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, disabled adults have an <br /> unemployment rate of almost 80%. There is a lot of opportunity being lost when businesses do <br /> not consider employing disabled adults. <br /> How would your particpation on this board contribute to the diversity of viewpoints? <br /> My parents were immigrants and I bring the diverse perspective of a first generation American <br /> who has also lived abroad. <br /> I am also highly involved with the disabled community in Orange County. Disability is <br /> experienced by people of all different ages, races, religions, genders, sexual orientations, <br /> political affiliations, and socioeconomic status. Being active in this community exposes me to a <br /> wide variety of different perspectives daily. <br /> Do you have any personal or business interest(s)that could create a conflict of interest <br /> (either real or perceived) if you are appointed to this board? <br /> Boards/Commissions appointments: <br /> Other Comments: <br /> This application was current on: 3/26/2024 3:13:56 PM Date Printed: 3/27/2024 <br />