The Piedmont Triad Partnership is the economic development organization that markets the 12-county region as a world-class business location.
One of the Triad’s greatest strengths is its labor force, which is highly skilled in traditional manufacturing. The region’s labor force is productive and resilient having made the transition to advanced manufacturing in a variety of industries including advanced materials, aviation and life sciences.
FedEx operates two major hubs in the center of the Piedmont Triad: A 1,000,000 sq ft Mid-Atlantic Air Hub at the Piedmont Triad International Airport and a 400,000 sq ft Ground Hub in Kernersville.
The Piedmont Triad’s 11 four-year colleges and universities have a total enrollment of nearly 63,000 while nine community colleges serve an additional 34,500 students through degree programs, continuing education and industry training.
North Carolina’s Customized Training Program provides education, training and support services for companies creating jobs in North Carolina.
The Piedmont Triad International Airport is a regional employment center with approximately 8,600 jobs on its campus. PTI is also a leader in cargo service, with total annual processed freight of 303,500 tons. Major employers at PTI include FedEx, Honda Aircraft Company and HAECO Americas.
The Piedmont Triad offers a lower cost of doing business than many other metropolitan regions in the United States. Average wages in the Piedmont Triad are typically 16% below the U.S. average.
Location
North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad comprises 12 counties in central North Carolina surrounding the cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. The region is also centrally located on in North Carolina, on the I-85 corridor between Raleigh and Charlotte. The Piedmont Triad’s mid-Atlantic location makes the region the perfect location for your business.
Industry
The Piedmont Triad has long been recognized as a national center for manufacturing and distribution; the region is also home to growing companies in every industry sector, with particular growth in the health care and financial services sectors.
Lifestyle
The Piedmont Triad offers the vibrant cities for culture and commerce, suburban neighborhoods perfect for families and a countryside full of southern charm. A lower cost of living makes anything possible.