Rich history. Bright future.

Winston-Salem is a diverse, progressive community within a region that is rich in a multitude of resources for helping companies succeed. While remaining connected to our roots in Moravian culture, we continue to look ahead by attracting talent and companies that want to take advantage of the unique opportunities our community has to offer.

Regional Overview 2011

Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, North Carolina lies at the heart of the South Atlantic Region. As the midpoint between Washington, D.C. and Atlanta, GA, Winston-Salem is a city perfectly situated along Interstate 40. This location provides convenient access to the entire Eastern Seaboard, urban centers in the Midwest and Southwest, and international markets. North Carolina stands out as a vibrant, highly productive state, offering both a favorable business climate and exceptional quality of life.

Forsyth County is located in the north-central section of North Carolina. With an estimated 2010 population of 350,670, Forsyth is a core county of the Piedmont Triad Region that boasts a population of more than 1.6 million (a significant labor market and resource for area businesses). The Triad area consists of 12 counties with the cities of Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point, and Burlington forming its core.

The technology research and development industry has thrived in Winston-Salem over the past few years. The development of the Piedmont Triad Research Park represents a significant addition to North Carolina’s “Biotechnology Corridor.”

In addition to the rapidly expanding technology sector of Winston-Salem’s economy, Federal Express has opened its Mid-Atlantic Hub at the Piedmont Triad International Airport in nearby Greensboro. Businesses in time-sensitive industries such as electronics and pharmaceuticals, as well as general logistics and suppliers, can capitalize on this new resource — opening doors for a variety of new opportunities and growth.