Greensboro Chamber of Commerce

Applications are now open for our Scale to Excel program! Get the executive education, management know-how and business support system you need to grow your established, minority-owned small business. Apply by January 19: https://lnkd.in/dZypNyek #gsochamber #greensborobusiness #cityofgreensboro #minorityownedbusiness

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our last Coffee & Conversation of the year! We had a great presentation by our partners at Cone Health and by our own Marvin J. Price, who shared our Economic Development efforts throughout 2024. We’ll see you all when Coffee and Conversation returns in February 🙌 #gsochamber #greensborobusiness #cityofgreensboro #businessnetworking

We’re beyond proud of the entrepreneurs who took the stage and shared their innovative ideas with us at this year's Demo Day. The pitches were nothing short of impressive, and it was clear that hard work and dedication were behind each one. 🙌 ✨ A huge congratulations to our winners!✨ Boulder Bears Gummies took home the top prize with their outstanding pitch, showcasing a truly innovative and impactful idea. But in our eyes, every entrepreneur who participated is a winner. The feedback, connections, and growth experienced today are invaluable. 💡 This year’s Demo Day wasn’t just about the competition, it was about fostering a community of driven, passionate founders ready to make their mark. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and made this event a huge success! 🙏 We can’t wait to see how these amazing entrepreneurs continue to grow and succeed. Stay tuned for the next LaunchLab Growth that begins in just a few months!

Realtor.com just announced it's top 20 cities forecasted to see the biggest year-over-year increase in existing-home sales in 2025...and Greensboro comes in at #8! 👏

For our last On the Go this year, we’re ending on a sweet note - join us this afternoon for networking, chocolates and karaoke at Loco for Coco! 🍫 Best song wins a box of chocolate! Members and prospective members can register now at https://lnkd.in/enx6hEva

Calling employers and workforce leaders for our Second Chances, Big Rewards: Building Your Reentry Talent Efforts webinar! Tomorrow, join us for an informative session showcasing the resources and support available to employers for recruiting, retaining, and developing reentry talent. 🔸 Learn valuable tools and strategies from organizations like SHRM, the Department of Commerce, the Department of Corrections, and other key agencies 🔸Discover how you can build a structured and successful reentry talent pipeline that benefits both your business and the community. No matter where your organization is in the second-chance hiring journey, this webinar will provide the tools, resources, and inspiration you need to succeed! Register now at https://lnkd.in/eK7V4vUK

For newcomers and longtime residents alike, navigating through all the layers of Greensboro can be challenging and even overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. That’s why we’re excited to host Experience Greensboro in 2025, an opportunity to unlock the treasures of our city and learn the inner workings of the community! The 6-week program highlights city government, economic development, arts/entertainment, healthcare and nonprofit organizations, while exposing participants to civic programs and volunteer opportunities available in Greensboro. Applications are open now until January 15! Visit https://lnkd.in/ecSTCy5M to learn more and how to apply.

As a part of Leadership Greensboro’s Lunch with Leaders series, Bennett College President Suzanne Elise Walsh shared her insightful view on leadership and how the power of saying “yes, and” can positively impact your professional journey, even if you’re unsure of the next step. Thank you Suzanne for taking the time to join us! #gsochamber #greensborobusiness #cityofgreensboro #professionalnetworking

We are deeply saddened by the passing of City Councilmember Yvonne Johnson, a true Greensboro icon. Her incredible impact on our community will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time.

We have not one, but two ways to network with us this week! Tomorrow morning, members and prospective members can join us at Greensboro Sports Performance at 8:30 am. Then later at 5:30 pm, young professionals can join SynerG and Greensboro Jaycees for On Tap at Painted Grape! Enjoy drinks, connections and even a holiday craft. Register for On the Go: https://lnkd.in/e2tSbQP5 Register for On Tap: https://lnkd.in/edhUE2ZB #gsochamber #greensborobusiness #cityofgreensboro #professionalnetworking