Entrepalooza, a two-day conference hosted by Wake Forest University’s Center for Entrepreneurship, will be held April 4 and 5. Events are free and open to the public. Diana Kander, innovation catalyst and author of the New York Times bestseller, “All in Startup,” will deliver Entrepalooza’s keynote speech on Thursday, April 4 in Brendle Recital Hall… Read More »
Category: Economic Development
Wake Forest Celebrates Entrepreneurship with ‘Entrepalooza’
Shindigs Celebrates Grand Opening
New Custom Event Planning Operation From Industry Veterans Opening March 5, 2019, Sarah and Brian Efird bring their 20 plus years of event planning expertise to their hometown of Winston-Salem. Located at 1130 Burke Street, SHINDIGS provides consultation, in-house design, curated supplies, unique rentals, and event execution. SHINDIGS offers a sliding scale of services from… Read More »
New Airport Board Hears About Aerotropolis Task Force at its First Meeting
The new Smith Reynolds Airport Board held its first meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 19, and was briefed on the recent efforts conducted by an Aerotropolis Task Force that is co-chaired by County Commissioner Chair David Plyler and Winston-Salem Mayor Allen Joines. The Task Force was formed after a study was conducted by Dr. Jack Kasarda… Read More »
Salem One Acquires Postmark Inc.
Brands Unite to Strengthen Regional Commitment Salem One Inc., one of the largest print-based corporate communication companies in the Southeast, has announced the acquisition of Postmark Inc., a full-service direct marketing company also based in Winston-Salem. Salem One and Postmark have been trusted business partners and friendly competitors for years, with similar innovative, client-focused corporate… Read More »
City of Winston-Salem Launches 5th Annual Small Business Plan Competition
Small Business Plan Contest The City of Winston-Salem’s Office of Business Inclusion and Advancement is devoted to promoting the growth of small businesses in Winston-Salem. The office provides entrepreneurs with assistance in writing business plans and the steps involved in starting a business. The department will host its fifth Business Plan Contest. The informational kick-off… Read More »
Wake Will Lead Campaign Surpasses $900 Million Milestone
Wake Forest University has raised more than $900 million in gifts and commitments to invest in students, faculty, and facilities as part of the Wake Will Lead campaign. President Nathan O. Hatch launched the Wake Will campaign publicly in 2013 with the desire to create opportunity, educate the whole person and inspire excellence. The campaign… Read More »