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Carly holds both a bachelor's degree in international business administration and marketing and a master's degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She is married to her husband, Kevin, with whom she has 2 children. 

Carly previously worked as a partner at CAC Holdings and an event coordinator at Market America.  

Carly Cooke currently serves as a Guilford County Commissioner in District 5. She was elected to this position in 2020 and is serving her first term. 

Plans to prioritize expanding healthcare facilities, especially in underserved communities.

Plans to work towards expanding healthcare offerings.

- Plans to prioritize expanding healthcare facilities, especially in underserved communities.
- Plans to work towards expanding healthcare offerings.

Public Services

Supports efforts to encourage news businesses to the area.

- Supports efforts to encourage news businesses to the area.

Economy

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Believes educators and school staff deserve fair compensation and supports sustainable solutions for ARPA-funded programs to address pandemic-related learning loss.

Wants to ensure teachers and support staff receive salaries that adequately reflect their contributions. 

Believes in expanding affordable childcare options and supports universal pre-K in North Carolina. Plans to engage business, public, and non-profit partners to balance the childcare industry and reduce the burden on working families.

Wants to address childcare affordability for parents. 

Believes in creating a supportive environment for every child to thrive and reach their full potential.

Supports fostering an environment conducive to success for county youth. 

- Wants to ensure teachers and support staff receive salaries that adequately reflect their contributions. 
- Wants to address childcare affordability for parents. 
- Supports fostering an environment conducive to success for county youth. 
- Wants to enhance school facilities.

Education

As of June 14, 2024, Carly Cooke’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Public Safety

Housing & Urban Development

Wants to address county infrastructure needs.

- Wants to address county infrastructure needs.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Carly Cooke

Carly Cooke has been a resident of Guilford County for over 20 years. She attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) where she earned her undergraduate degree in Business Administration and her MBA. Information about the church she attends and details regarding her family are not provided.

Carly Cooke has been serving as a Commissioner on the Guilford County Board of Commissioners since 2020, representing District 5. Her professional focus includes support for Public Education, Infant Mortality, Early Childhood Environments, Small Business and Workforce training, and Health Equity. Prior to her role as Commissioner, her path shifted towards public service following her involvement in her son's elementary school and broader advocacy for public education. Specific previous jobs before becoming a Commissioner are not detailed in the provided information.

Carly Cooke has been serving as the Guilford County Commissioner for District 5 since 2020. She serves on several committees, including the Health and Human Services Advisory Board, the Joint Facilities Committee, the Access to Healthcare workgroup, and chairs the Transportation and Mobility work group. Cooke was also appointed to two NC Association of County Commissioners Steering Committees focusing on Public Education and Health and Human Services. She announced her candidacy for reelection as the Guilford County Commissioner for District 5 on December 4th.

Believes the smooth functioning of county services is vital for community success. Supports investing in both mandated and additional services to foster resident well-being.

Believes in implementing policies and initiatives to ensure everyone in the community has an equitable opportunity to thrive.

Believes Guilford County's economic growth, marked by investments from Toyota, Boom Supersonic, and Marshall Aerospace, showcases the region's potential. Supports becoming a center for aviation and aerospace innovation.

Believes Guilford County is a prime location for business expansion, attracting major companies like Publix, Amazon, and Harris Teeter. Supports active partnerships with Greensboro and High Point to enhance the region's appeal for supply chain and logistics operations.

Believes competitive compensation is essential for attracting and retaining skilled professionals. As a Board member, implemented a comprehensive compensation plan to reduce vacancies and boost morale.

Supports promoting equity by addressing healthcare deserts and aiding minority and women-owned businesses.

Believes in promoting equity by supporting local minority and women-owned businesses. Plans to address healthcare deserts and implement policies ensuring everyone has an equitable opportunity to thrive.

Believes in significantly increasing funding for public education and improving staff salaries. As a County Commissioner, invested in school healthcare and a sustainable funding model for school bonds.

Believes in transformative investment in school facilities to enhance K-12 education. As a Board member, supported the approval of $2 billion in school bonds for new schools and deferred maintenance.

Supports investing in education and infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of Guilford County Schools and GTCC in attracting businesses. Believes in supporting workforce training programs and GTCC's initiatives like advanced manufacturing and aviation for future economic success.

Believes early childhood investments are crucial for brain development and future success. As a board member of Ready for School, Ready for Life, supported expanding programs connecting parents with community resources.

Believes in ensuring the highest and best use of tax dollars for education. Supports collaboration between Guilford County and Guilford County Schools to secure a bright educational future for children.

Believes every child in Guilford County deserves the opportunity and support to thrive and reach their full potential.

The candidate's website says, "“In my time as a Commissioner, we have made essential progress for our public schools, seen significant economic growth, and have worked to connect more Guilford County residents to the services they need to succeed. I have been honored by the opportunity to serve the residents of Guilford County and I’m eager to continue this important work to ensure our community is a place where everyone, especially our youngest residents, has the opportunity to thrive!” said Cooke​​."

Believes in expanding support for crisis services and substance abuse programs to enhance public safety. Said, "It's imperative that we maintain our focus on this vital issue, collaborating with community partners to create effective solutions."

Believes addressing infrastructure needs is essential for growth and supports collaborative efforts for water and sewer development.

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