In a strategic initiative to relocate their manufacturing production back to the United States, GMAX Industries, Inc., a manufacturer of disposable medical products, has chosen to locate its base of manufacturing operations in Winston-Salem. The company is headquartered in New York. GMAX Industries, Inc. is looking to purchase a facility on 5th Street where it… Read More »
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Medical Products Manufacturer GMAX Industries, Inc. to Locate in Forsyth County
Q2 Mid-Year Report
As we reach the midway point of 2025, economic development activity remains strong with 89 active projects and continued growth in investment and job creation. Local manufacturer Polyvlies expansion has generated $31 million in investment and 28 new jobs this quarter. Our efforts to advance the next generation of talent include a Forsyth Works partnership… Read More »
Winston-Salem Ranked a Best Place to Live
A list showcasing the nation’s most vibrant and livable small to mid-sized cities ranks Winston-Salem among the 2025 Top 100 Best Places to Live, by Livability.com. Livability’s algorithm evaluates nearly 100 data points across eight key categories: economy, housing and cost of living, amenities, transportation, environment, safety, education and health. Over 2,000 cities with populations… Read More »
Senior Academy Graduates Prepare for Next Chapter at Forsyth Tech
Forsyth Technical Community College is proud to announce that graduates from Senior Academy– a mentorship program for students – have been invited to continue their educational journeys at Forsyth Tech upon graduation from high school. This exciting news highlights the effective collaboration among Greater Winston-Salem Inc., Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, and Forsyth Tech, through Forsyth Works… Read More »
Reynolds American Inc. to Expand Production and Add Jobs in Forsyth County
We are excited to congratulate the Reynolds American organization, one of Forsyth County’s largest employers, as it expands production and adds jobs at a local facility that manufactures multiple categories of tobacco and nicotine products. Hundreds of new jobs will be added at the Reynolds Operations Center in Tobaccoville to accommodate for the increased production… Read More »
Setting the Pace for 2025
Winston-Salem’s momentum continues to build in 2025 as we set the pace strong in the first quarter. With 81 active economic development projects and a 30% growth in project intake this quarter, our community is attracting new opportunities and investment. Our region’s strong business climate is reinforced by a recent ranking finding North Carolina as… Read More »