Greater Winston-Salem Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of the BioNest Fund, a strategic initiative designed to attract and grow life sciences companies in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Greater Winston-Salem Inc. has partnered with the Whitaker Park Development Authority to launch and fund the program. The BioNest Fund will provide up to $25,000 per… Read More »
Category: Economic Development
BioNest Fund Seeks to Accelerate Life Sciences Development in Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem Ranked #4 in the Nation for Food Manufacturing
Winston-Salem has earned national recognition as a top location for the food manufacturing industry, ranking #4 in the United States according to a new report by Global Location Strategies (GLS). The GLS report looks at key trends and market updates in the sector, while ranking more than 300 US metros on their desirability as a… Read More »
Innovation Quarter Acquires Linden Center on Research Parkway
Innovation Quarter has announced the acquisition of the Linden Center, a 190,000-square-foot former operations facility in downtown Winston-Salem. Located at 401 N. Research Parkway and situated on a 2.4-acre site, the three-story building – previously home to Wells Fargo — will be repurposed as flexible laboratory and biomanufacturing space, designed to meet growing regional demand… Read More »
Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter and Regenerative Medicine Sector Gain Global Recognition
Winston-Salem’s growing reputation as a global hub for regenerative medicine and life sciences innovation was reinforced this week as a Japanese delegation visited the city to explore its world-class research, commercialization, and startup support assets. The group of 20 delegates, representing 16 Japanese companies as well as government and investment organizations, was hosted by Greater… Read More »
Textile Manufacturer Polyvlies to Expand in Forsyth County
A nonwoven textiles company with an existing location in Winston-Salem is announcing a local expansion. Polyvlies USA currently operates a textile manufacturing facility on Business Park Drive. To support growth in the North American market, the company has announced the purchase of a nearby greenfield site to facilitate a company expansion. Polyvlies is a global… Read More »
State of the Economy with NC Governor Josh Stein
Greater Winston Salem Inc. was honored to host a sold-out crowd of over 650 of Winston-Salem and Forsyth County’s business and community leaders at the State of the Economy, proudly presented by Reynolds American Inc.! The room was energized as North Carolina Governor Josh Stein took the stage to share thoughtful insights on our state’s economic… Read More »