At the State of the Economy presented by Wake Forest University, we looked at Forsyth County’s economic progress throughout 2022 and opportunities ahead in 2023. Our discussion featured Mit Shah, CEO of Noble Investment Group and member of the Wake Forest Board of Trustees. Mark Owens spoke about how our community is working towards our… Read More »
Author: Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.
State of the Economy
Katie Collins Receives ACCE 40 Under 40 Award
We are pleased to announce that ACCE, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives, has named Katie Collins one of its ACCE 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders Shaping the Chamber Industry for 2022. Collins, Senior Vice President of Strategy & Engagement for Greater Winston-Salem, Inc., serves as the organization’s managing officer focusing on branding, communications, and events.… Read More »
German Manufacturer Establishes North American Headquarters in Forsyth County
Ziehl-Abegg will relocate into Union Cross Industrial Center investing over $100 million and creating hundreds of new jobs Ziehl-Abegg, a German manufacturer of ventilation systems, generators, and other equipment, will establish its North American headquarters in Forsyth County, investing over $100 million and creating hundreds of new jobs. The company has selected a 500,000 SF… Read More »
Forsyth County Celebrates National Career Development Month
The month of November is dedicated to honoring talent and workforce through National Career Development Month, an initiative of the National Career Development Association. Here are a few of the ways that Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and North Carolina are honoring this field! North Carolina Career Development Coordinator Day Governor Roy Cooper has issued a proclamation… Read More »
Chambers of Commerce across North Carolina Congratulate Elected Officials and Emphasize Focus on the Growth of Private Sector Jobs
Chambers of Commerce representing thousands of businesses across North Carolina congratulate those elected to the N.C. General Assembly on Tuesday. Greater Winston-Salem Inc., along with the Asheville Chamber of Commerce, Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, Durham Chamber of Commerce, Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, N.C. Chamber, and Wilmington Chamber of Commerce, representing… Read More »
Section of Future I-74 Northern Beltway Opens
A major infrastructure project improving connectivity in Forsyth County marks a milestone with the opening of a section of the Winston-Salem Northern Beltway/Future Interstate 74 project. A ribbon cutting commemorated the opening of the 6.9-mile section of the Eastern Loop of the beltway from U.S. 311 to University Parkway. With this new section complete, travelers can… Read More »