The holiday shopping season is underway and it is projected to be a good one for retailers. According to the National Retail Federation, the 2021 holiday shopping season could see a ten percent increase in sales over 2020. It is more important than ever for this increase in purchasing to benefit local businesses that are… Read More »
Author: Greater Winston-Salem, Inc.
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State Budget Impact in Forsyth County
Winston Salem/Forsyth County will greatly benefit from the recently signed state budget. Our General Assembly approved a two-year state budget on Thursday November 18th, and sent it to Governor Cooper’s desk. The governor’s signature codified the budget. This budget is 100% aligned with Greater Winston Salem, Inc’s current and previous legislative agendas. We are thrilled… Read More »
Winston Under 40 Leadership Awards
Each year, Winston Under 40 recognizes the talents and contributions of 20 of Winston-Salem’s young professionals. We are excited to present the 2021 Leadership Award winners! Devin Allen Registered Nurse, Atrium Health and CEO/Owner, Soul Food Healing Co. Devin, an alumna of Winston Salem State University, is a community health professional, entrepreneur, and activist. Her… Read More »
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is recognized by the Department of Labor as National Disability Employment Awareness Month to advocate for the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the workforce. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, IFB Solutions is the country’s largest employer of people who are blind. IFB Solutions employs about 1,000 people, half of whom are blind or visually impaired. … Read More »
Q3 Quarterly Report
Creating meaningful economic and community development momentum requires a comprehensive approach. Forsyth County businesses have the right formula to make this happen. This quarter brought some “wins” across the board in economic development, entrepreneurship, talent and workforce development, and more. We welcomed a new headquarters with Nature’s Value and celebrated a local expansion with Garner… Read More »
Applications Now Open for MBE Grants
The Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Grant fund is now open for applications for the 2021 round of funding. The MBE Grant fund launched last year with the goal of assisting Black and Latinx-owned small businesses in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County with COVID-19 recovery. The fund provides businesses with up to $25,000 and is focused on… Read More »