Small Business Center at Forsyth Tech

09/07/2026

Tomorrow! Time to network Anthony Ingram Expande University - Helping Latino Business Thrive Piedmont Federal Bank Lewisville-Clemmons Chamber of Commerce Winston-Salem Women’s Business Center Center for Creative Economy Winston Salem Black Chamber of Commerce Triad Business

09/04/2026

Marti Larson yall Visit Winston-Salem! Downtown Winston-Salem

09/04/2026

JOBS:
PEA is hosting its 3rd annual Green Job Fair on September 24th at Forsyth Tech Community College in Winston-Salem. Sponsored by NC A&T State University’s STEPS4GROWTH program, this year’s fair will connect job-seekers with green employers, local sustainability leaders, and specialized training and certification programs. Industries represented include clean energy, electric vehicle and battery repair, environmental advocacy, and corporate sustainability. Click here to see the full list of exhibitors.

The future of clean energy and other green careers in the Piedmont Triad is brighter than ever. We see strong demand for clean energy professionals, a growing need for corporate sustainability managers, and competitive salaries matching or exceeding those in traditional sectors.

Solar adoption in North Carolina is rising once again
Green Job Fair exhibitor NC Solar Now recently reported a record-setting month for solar installations, thanks to new leasing and battery options for customers. Meanwhile, tax credits for commercial solar projects continue through 2027, helping PEA partners like Goodwill and The Arts Based School realize major solar projects of their own. Demand remains high for skilled solar installers and technicians, and solar workforce training programs, across the Triad. The work of organizations that promote the adoption and implementation of clean energy, like job fair exhibitors NC Clean Energy Technology Center, Bright Spaces, and Grindvine Consulting, is more crucial than ever.

Electric Vehicle Purchases
Rising fuel costs and affordable pre-owned electric vehicles are helping EV ownership grow in North Carolina. In Forsyth County, new EV registrations jumped from just 5 in February 2026 to 93 in May 2026 (after the war on Iran), a 1,780% increase. Across the state, EV registrations grew 570% between May 2021 and May 2026. NC now ranks second nationwide behind New Hampshire, recording 581 registered EVs per 10,000 residents. There are more than 150,000 zero-emission vehicles on the road in NC!

This is good news for North Carolina. Our state is a hub for EV manufacturing, with over 16,000 positions statewide supported by technical training at regional colleges and universities. Additionally, regional clean school bus initiatives are expanding with the 2026 relaunch of the Clean School Bus Program, helping accelerate zero-emission fleet conversions and supporting High Point based Thomas Built Buses. At this year’s Green Job Fair, job-seekers will be able to connect with local public transit employers, like Winston-Salem Transit Authority (WSTA), and EV, electrical, battery training opportunities, like FTCC’s Rivian Technical Trades program.

Will you join us at Forsyth Tech Community College on September 24th? Drop in any time between 10:00 am-1:00 pm. Click here to RSVP and check out the full list of exhibitors. Forsyth Tech

09/01/2026

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08/27/2026

Posted for a partner:
We will discuss how to use AI and AI Assistants to turn ideas into income streams. Complete beginners are welcome, and no coding experience is required. There will be no selling or solicitation.

I've programmed on Unix and Linux systems since 1981 and have used and written AI software since ChatGPT's public release in November 2022. AI is the fifth major technology revolution I've worked through, and I have practical knowledge and experience to share.

If it fits your policies, would you share the attached invitation and Eventbrite link with Small Business Center clients and advisors who may benefit?

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-and-ai-assistants-using-ai-for-fun-and-profit-tickets-1998937512911

08/24/2026

A client is looking for a salon space available for lease. Provide details below. Thank you.

08/22/2026

Personal Finances for Small Business. Thank you, ’net Adams!
Triad Business Expo

08/22/2026

Great Un-networking session! Saya Hillman

08/22/2026

Good morning! We are here Benton Convention for the summit and expo. Walk ins welcome at no charge!

08/21/2026

Mark your calendars! The Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) is excited to offer a free in-person workshop at our office in Kernersville on Tuesday, October 6th from 9 AM till 12:30 PM as part of the Growing Food Finance Technical Assistance Hub. These workshops are open to food retail and food enterprise (food hubs, farmers markets, farm stores, corner stores, grocery stores, mobile markets, cooperatives, distributors) in the Piedmont Triad Region.
Overall, the workshop will focus on how to “Scale Beyond Startup”. We will be addressing profitability, expansion, building relationships with consumers, producers, and volunteers and making community connections for impacts and funding. As we prepare, we ask that you take 5 minutes to give us feedback about your current interests and needs. The survey will be open for responses through COB on August 28, 2026.
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