Greater Winston-Salem Inc. has awarded $50,000 in Entrepreneurial Catalyst Grants to eight Winston-Salem-based organizations that directly serve early-stage companies, helping create jobs, support innovation, and spur investment in Forsyth County. The grants are distributed through the ESO (Entrepreneurial Support Organization) Development Fund, which supports organizations whose programs, services, and resources strengthen the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.… Read More »
Category: Entrepreneurship
Eight Organizations Receive Grants to Fuel Entrepreneurial Success
Innovation Quarter Partners with Winston Starts to Empower Biotech Startups
The Innovation Quarter (iQ) has launched a strategic partnership with Winston Starts, a non-profit startup accelerator, to provide memberships for iQ entrepreneurs and startup companies in the biotechnology, life sciences, and regenerative medicine industries. Eligible companies must demonstrate scalability, commercial potential, and a commitment to Winston-Salem. This initiative aims to foster innovation and economic growth… Read More »
North Carolina Ranked Best Place to Start a Business in 2025
North Carolina is frequently recognized as one of the best states for business, and a recent ranking by B2B Reviews confirms the state’s vibrant economy and welcoming business environment. The analysis ranked North Carolina as the best state to start a business in 2025, based on several factors including its high business growth and survival… Read More »
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. and VisionToVenture Announce Partnership to Boost Entrepreneurship and Small Business Growth
Greater Winston-Salem Inc. (GWSI), recently named ACCE National Chamber of the Year, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with VisionToVenture, an organization dedicated to energizing ecosystems and empowering idea and early-stage entrepreneurs. Together, they aim to strengthen Winston-Salem’s entrepreneurial community and drive economic growth, innovation, and regional vitality. In today’s dynamic business landscape, visionary… Read More »