Startup entrepreneur Andrea Eastman-Mullins knew she had a smart solution for educators when she launched her company, West End Learning – a digital platform to match digital learning sources to college courses. She had no idea how timely her idea would be when she launched just months ago. Her platform matches vetted learning materials like videos, podcasts, articles, and more to course requirements and syllabi.… Read More »
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West End Learning Prepares for Beta Launch
Statement on Racial Injustice
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. stands with all Black community members affected by systemic racism and injustice. Everyone has the right to be safe and be heard. We have taken the last several days to listen and learn through open and honest discussions. We are proud of the Winston-Salem community’s peaceful dialogue, and know that together, we… Read More »
Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. Announces Senior Vice President of Economic Development
Following a nationwide search, Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. is pleased to announce Laura Johnson Lee as the organization’s Senior Vice President of Economic Development. Laura will lead a division whose charge is to recruit new business and industry, develop new businesses, and support existing businesses with retention and expansion needs. Laura will serve as a member… Read More »
Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act
United States Senators passed the Paycheck Protection Flexibility Act (PPFA) on Wednesday to give small businesses more wiggle room in how they spend federal loan dollars. The funds were given as part of previous CARES Act provisions through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), but had several restrictions that made it difficult for some businesses to… Read More »
WSSU Career Services Secures $1.1 Million Job Corps Grant
Winston-Salem State University Job Corps Scholars Program (WSSU-JCSP) has secured a U.S Department of Labor Job Corps Scholars grant for $1,186,900. The grant will allow the university to enroll 40 students per year in an intensive two-year career preparation program. In the first year, students will receive a certification in career readiness, non-profit leadership, or… Read More »
Restart Winston-Salem Campaign
With the support of Winston Salem Mayor Allen Joines and Forsyth County Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough, Soy Emprendedor and the Cumi Group presents the Restart Winston Salem: One Tile Campaign. Businesses and individuals are invited to purchase a virtual tile to make a donation to local small businesses. Small businesses may apply to receive a grant… Read More »