Greensboro Economic
Development Alliance
342 North Elm Street
Greensboro, NC 27401

Office: (336) 387-8302
Toll-free: (888) 693-6939
Fax: (336) 510-0295

greensboroeda@greensboro.org

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Building business is what we do in Greensboro. It's in our DNA. Our well educated workforce, convenient location, and quality of life make Greensboro the ideal place for a diverse range of businesses to thrive. Check out the links below to learn why Greensboro is the right place to build your business then, contact Greensboro Economic Development Alliance for a customized proposal.

Available Real Estate
Recently ranked as the lowest cost location for FORTUNE 500 corporate headquarters among 30 major U.S. metro areas, Greensboro offers businesses a comfortable home at an affordable price.

developersCommercial Real Estate Developers
Greensboro/Guilford County is home to many full-service commercial real estate development firms dedicated to serving the building needs of every client.

Community Profile
 Welcome to Greensboro, North Carolina, a progressive Southeastern city located midway between Charlotte and Raleigh along the bustling I-85/I-40 corridor, a mega regional market of 5.5 million people.

Demographics
With a regional population of 1.4 million people of all races, ages and religions, Greensboro has a talent pool with the knowledge, business skills, and entrepreneurial spirit that fosters growth.

Education
Twelve colleges and universities in and around Greensboro annually contribute thousands of well educated, well-rounded individuals to the area's existing workforce. Many of our graduates have remained here to become the business and community leaders we know today.

Existing Business Services
 The Greensboro Economic Development Partnership has established an outstanding Business Retention and Expansion program to meet the needs of businesses and industries in Greensboro and
Guilford County.

Incentives
The City of Greensboro, Guilford County, and North Carolina offer a variety of incentives to businesses that relocate to the community. Learn how you can take advantage of the "pro-business" attitude that exists here.

Internet Backbone
Originally, our mid-Atlantic location and available rail lines paved the way for the fiber-optic networks that established Greensboro as regional headquarters for major telecom companies and worldwide customer service centers. Today, Greensboro offers direct ties to the Tier 1 Internet backbone that provides universal connectivity and access to the world.

Labor Force
Almost 750,000 people make up the labor force in Greensboro and the surrounding areas. They are passionate, committed people with a breadth of experiences and backgrounds. Just imagine what they could do for your business.

Major Companies
Greensboro has a proven ability to nurture business and foster corporate success. Take a look at the many well-known businesses that either began here or relocated to Greensboro on their way to success.

Taxes
At all levels of government, Greensboro is committed to maintaining a healthy business climate. Committed to investing in education and workforce training.

Transportation Infrastructure
The intersection of two major interstates and several major highways. An easily accessible international airport. Any way you approach it, Greensboro has the transportation infrastructure to give your business the advantage.

Related Web Sites
More than two-dozen links to local and statewide information are right here at your fingertips. Discover all there is to know about operating a business in Greensboro.