Action Greensboro Initiatives

Small business is the backbone of the American economy.  Most of the paychecks in America are issued by small businesses, which also create the majority of new jobs.  A vibrant and growing small business community is the foundation for a strong regional economy.

To see how Action Greensboro is encouraging small business development and entrepreneurship, click here.

The seismic changes that have reshaped American business over the last 20 years continue to affect the economic health of Greensboro.  Traditional industries that have been the lifeblood of the region's economy - especially textiles and furniture - face heightened global competition and pressure to reduce costs.  With a few notable exceptions, the high-tech industries that fueled the economic boom of the late 1990s have bypassed Greensboro.

Greensboro's future economic health depends on retaining and strengthening its traditional industries while recruiting new employers.

To learn about a novel way Action Greensboro is encouraging retention of jobs in Greensboro, expansion of existing businesses, and recruitment of new ones, click here.

There is no crystal ball that shows who will be leading Greensboro 20 or 30 years down the road.  But it's a sure bet that the majority of the city's future civic, business and governmental leaders are in today's pool of young professionals who are settling into their careers right here in Greensboro.

To check out how Action Greensboro is supporting the attraction and retention of young talent in Greensboro, click here.

What is Greensboro's greatest single attribute?  Could it be the city's cultural diversity?  The friendly business environment?  The presence of a strong faith community?  The five colleges and univerisities?  A wide range of facilities for recreation and sports and conventions?

Picking a thing that characterizes Greensboro is difficult, if not impossible.  The city has a wealth of desireable characteristics, but none stands out to overshadow the rest.

To learn how Action Greensboro is working to connect the great attributes of our community, click here.

A strong public school system is critical to retain the businesses and indutries we have and to recruit new ones.  While great strides have been made in improving the Guilford County Schools, more can always be done.

Action Greensboro has made a committment to support our public schools.  Learn more.

A city's downtown is the most public and noticeable indicator of its overal economic health.  Does it have a mix of retail stores and professional offices?  Is it alive just during daytime business hours or after-hours, too?  Do people live downtown?  Do city residents as well as visitors flock to the downtown area to take advantage of all it offers?

Action Greensboro envisions a dramatically reshaped downtown Greensboro that offers new opportunities for living, working and playing.  The Center City of tomorrow will build upon existing strengths, such as the Museum District, and add features and attractions that will act as magnets for people and activities.

To see what is happening in Greensboro's Center City, click here.