For months, our healthcare industry workers, public service workers, front-line employees, and businesses of all sizes in our community have faced incredible challenges with strength and resilience. With COVID-19 vaccines arriving in Forsyth County this week, there is light at the end of the tunnel. As a community, we are prepared to embrace new opportunities… Read More »
Category: Greater Winston-Salem, Inc. News
Quarterly Report Looks Ahead to Opportunities in 2021
Enhancing Workforce and Talent Development through Internships
Internships are an important aspect of learning outside the classroom. They offer valuable real-world experience for students, allowing them to explore different career paths and learn job responsibilities. They can also be extremely beneficial for your business – enhancing community connections and bringing fresh perspectives to your company. Last school year, Greater Winston-Salem, Inc announced an internship program for WS/FCS… Read More »
Outdoor Dining Considerations for Restaurants
It has been a challenging year for restaurants and small businesses everywhere as we all work to promote public health and slow the spread of COVID-19. Current government mandates that limit occupancy within establishments may have you considering your options for offering more seating outdoors. With colder weather arriving, that likely also means options that… Read More »
Winston Under 40 Leadership Award Recipients
Each year, Winston Under 40 recognizes 20 of the community’s outstanding leaders under 40 in the annual Leadership Awards. Congratulations to this year’s recipients, who are excelling in their field, contributing to the community, and demonstrating strong leadership for Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Meet the Recipients Jessica Aveyard, Director of Ballpark Experience and Branding, Winston-Salem Dash … Read More »
LEAP@Forsyth Tech Recognizes National Apprenticeship Week
As Forsyth Tech commemorates National Apprenticeship Week, November 8-14, Forsyth Tech recognizes all apprentices in the Learn and Earn Apprenticeship program (LEAP@Forsyth Tech). The new apprentices are: Stephen Hendrix, Titus Brannan, Justin Howes and Logan Adcock signed with Clarios, as Industrial Maintenance Technicians; Cance Cardwell signed with Herbalife as an Industrial Maintenance Technician; and Travis… Read More »
Dash City Dines
The Winston-Salem Dash will reward residents who support participating downtown restaurants with their patronage on Saturday, November 21. Customers will receive two complimentary ticket vouchers for a Dash game during the 2021 season. The offer is applicable for all dine in, takeout and delivery orders. The full list of participating restaurants is available here. Restaurants have… Read More »