After months of anticipation, North Carolina has officially adopted its 2026-27 state budget. We are grateful that lawmakers came together to deliver a budget that invests in the priorities that matter most to our communities and our economy. We especially want to thank our local delegation in the North Carolina General Assembly for their work… Read More »
Category: Advocacy
Investing in Our Future: What the State Budget Means for Winston-Salem and Forsyth County
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. Receives Clean Energy Champion Award
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. has received a Clean Energy Champion Award for its advocacy supporting consistent, common-sense energy policies and its instrumental role in attracting clean energy industry investments. The organization partnered with regional leaders to welcome Toyota Tsusho America, a recycling and waste-handling company that will support the region’s growing automotive and battery manufacturing sectors.… Read More »
2025 Elected Officials & Legislative Agenda
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. congratulates all of the incumbents and newly elected leaders representing Winston-Salem and Forsyth County following this General Election. As GWSI works towards our vision to make Winston-Salem/Forsyth County the top mid-sized city in the Southeast, a more equitable community, and the best place to raise a family, our elected officials are important… Read More »
NC House Releases Proposed Budget
The NC House released HB259– its $29.7 billion proposed budget. Our state has a budget surplus, which is great news. However, there are critical staffing shortages in every industry. Teachers, state workers, and hospitality jobs are some of the most glaring vacancies this budget attempts to address. It is important to note that the House’s… Read More »
2023 Legislative Priorities
At our inaugural Legislative Breakfast presented by Forsyth Tech, we heard from elected officials representing Winston-Salem on the federal, state, and local levels about their efforts to foster a strong business climate. Representatives from the US House, NC Legislature, City, County, Sheriffs Office, and School Board shared input on collaborating for economic progress. 2023 Legislative… 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 »