Wilkes County offers a strategic location, a business-friendly environment, and a skilled workforce to help your business thrive. The Wilkes EDC team along with our extensive resources are ready to help.
Wilkes EDC has built strong relationships with local and regional organizations, government agencies, and community leaders. Through these partnerships, businesses can access a vast network of resources, potential collaborators, and support services.
The team at Wilkes EDC is dedicated to assisting businesses, regardless of their size, in numerous ways. Whether it’s linking business owners with resources for planning and strategy or aiding operators in snow removal for their staff, the EDC team possesses the networks to address any business challenge you face.
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Yes, there are several training programs and workshops available for business development and skill enhancement in our area. The Wilkes Community College Small Business Center is a prominent resource that offers a range of programs designed to support businesses at every stage of their development. They often conduct workshops on topics such as marketing, financial planning, and operations management, among others.
We also collaborate with other local resource partners who provide training tailored to the needs of businesses in the region. These partners often have specialized expertise in certain industries or business topics and can provide valuable insights and guidance to local entrepreneurs. We strongly recommend reaching out to these organizations directly to get details on their upcoming training sessions and workshops, ensuring that you stay updated and well-equipped to tackle the dynamic business environment.
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Our Resource Library houses a collection of pertinent studies and reports about the region, encompassing topics from housing and childcare to retail and labor insights.
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Our mission is to facilitate the creation of new jobs and capital investment in Wilkes County through the retention and expansion of existing businesses, recruitment of new businesses, and real estate development for county growth.
Wilkes EDC’s team of professionals offers expert guidance at every stage of the business creation and expansion process. Connect with us today to learn more about opportunities in Wilkes County.