Business Development Programs
Everything we do is geared to support all the work you do to grow and manage your business. Need marketing insight? Technology solutions? A loud-and-clear voice on your behalf in the halls of government? Look no further. Your business-building advantage begins right here.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The Chamber is proud to be a leading force in our area's economic development. Economic development is the planned and guided growth of business that brings new energy and affluence to a community not only in the form of new jobs and higher wages and salaries, but also in terms of better education, stronger infrastructure and a more rewarding lifestyle. Read more.
BUY LOCAL WITH THE WINSTON-SALEM CHAMBER
The Chamber’s “Buy Local” campaign is an effort to increase awareness of the importance of supporting our local economy. Businesses may use our Buy Local Desk and our new Online Buy Local RFP Form to find local vendors providing needed goods and services. Learn more here.
SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCES
No need to go at it alone. From valuable insight to financial assistance, the Chamber connects you to a terrific array of resources that can help you start and/or grow your business.
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TECHNOLOGY
Biomedical research. Digital design. Advanced software development. These are just a few of the terms that define Winston-Salem's ongoing and aggressive transition to a technology-centered economy. For over 15 years, the Chamber’s internationally-recognized Tech Council has been leading Winston-Salem’s efforts to transform our economy.
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ENTREPRENEURIAL SUPPORT
You've got this great idea for a new business. Congratulations! You've taken the first step to becoming a full-fledged company – not to mention a valuable contributor to our area's economic development. The Chamber is here to help you translate that idea into commercial success.
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EDUCATION
Having the best educational system in the nation is the Chamber's goal. Excellent K-12 schools, colleges, and universities are critical to economic development and to building a high-tech economy. The Chamber is developing close connections between our business community and our educational institutions to create a highly-skilled workforce for the 21
st century.
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In the halls of Government, we make sure your interests are heard. The purpose of the Government Affairs Committee is to serve the interests of our 1,800 plus business members in the public arena.
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The Chamber’s newsletters and event notices keep you up to date about the latest happenings at the Chamber and around
Winston-Salem.
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RESEARCH CENTER
In today's knowledge-based economy, information is an increasingly valuable commodity. Use the power of the Chamber's
Research Center to give you the tools to target new customers, discover unique opportunities, identify the perfect new location and succeed in our rapidly changing business climate.
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