Top 5 State for New Business Start-ups: NC Shines in 2022

Thriving Business Scene in Eastern North Carolina

The business arena in Greenville, North Carolina, exemplified by the increasing number of ‘coming soon’ signs, is experiencing a rejuvenation. Forbes Advisor even ranks North Carolina among the top five best states to start a business in the US.

Boosting Main Street Economies

Emily Yeager, the ECU Crisp Small Business Resource Director, highlights a renewed investment in smaller communities, particularly in their main street economies. This is facilitated through government-approved grants and incentive programs aimed at revitalizing these regions.

Building the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

As the Small Business Resource Director, Yeager’s role involves connecting aspiring entrepreneurs with a multitude of resources to help establish or grow their businesses, thus nurturing what Yeager refers to as the ‘entrepreneur ecosystem’.

Injoy Thrift Store’s New Location

One such business benefiting from this entrepreneurial environment is the Injoy Thrift Store. Already with several locations in Eastern Carolina, the organization is set to open its fourth store in the region and is currently accepting donations. David Stewart, the General Manager, shares their journey of finding the perfect location for their new outlet.

Job Opportunities and Business Resources

With the addition of new businesses like Injoy Thrift Store, job opportunities in the area are also set to increase. Moreover, aspiring business owners can take advantage of a wealth of free resources. For instance, ECU’s Small Business Technology and Development Center offers free one-on-one guidance, alongside an upcoming series focused on launching art-related businesses, hosted by ECU.

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