U.S. Ambassador Callista Gingrich Visits Morrisville
Published on October 23, 2026
U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland and Liechtenstein Callista Gingrich and a visiting delegation toured Pathway Triangle on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, during a visit focused on Morrisville’s growing role in international investment and business development.
During the visit, Town of Morrisville Economic Development Director Tiffany McNeill provided an overview of the Town’s economic development strengths, highlighting its strategic location in the Research Triangle, access to a highly skilled workforce, established international business presence and opportunities for continued investment in advanced manufacturing, business and professional services, and life sciences. Mayor TJ Cawley also delivered remarks and presented her with a ceremonial key to the Town.
Morrisville is home to 46 foreign-owned companies operating in traded sectors, with Novartis’ developing operations raising the total to 47. Swiss companies with a footprint in Morrisville include Ascom, Solvias and Novartis, representing technology, life sciences services and advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing.
A central highlight of the visit was Novartis’ announced $451 million investment in the Pathway Triangle development. The delegation learned more about the company’s plans, its growing operations in the community and the broader economic impact of the project. The group also toured parts of the facility and received updates on the development’s progress.
With its strategic location in the Research Triangle, access to a highly skilled workforce and strong business relationships, Morrisville continues to position itself as a competitive destination for global investment.
The visiting delegation and welcoming group included Angelica Schempp, head of economy, finance and trade for the Embassy of Switzerland in the United States; Rolf Ott, consul general of Switzerland in Atlanta; Sandor Galambos, senior commercial service officer at the U.S. Embassy in Bern; Sara McTyeire, managing director at King Street Properties; Khan Hizbullah, project director for Novartis; representatives from the Research Triangle Regional Partnership, Novartis and Wake County Economic Development; and members of the Morrisville Town Council and staff.