Economic Development
The Economic Development program markets Guilford County and the Piedmont Triad Region to facilitate area development. Emphasis is placed on retaining and expanding existing industry and attracting new business opportunities in emerging sectors. As part of its economic development strategy, the county supports area economic development agencies that share the county’s economic development goals of promoting substantial capital investment, high-paying job creation, and special industries that feature advanced technologies, environmental sustainability, and downtown Central Business District investment.
View Economic Development Investment Guidelines
For more information contact Manager of Special Projects Heather Schaffer at hschaffer@guilfordcountync.gov or 336-641-7541.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship Department (SBED)
The Guilford County Small Business and Entrepreneurship Department (SBED) advocates for small businesses and provides equal access to opportunities to participate in all aspects of the county’s contracting and procurement programs, including professional services, goods and other services, and construction. The Guilford County SBED is dedicated to the success of small businesses in our community.