Announcements:

Poly Vinyl Creations opens manufacturing / distribution facility
HIGH POINT, NC , July 15, 2010 - Poly Vinyl Creations has opened a manufacturing / distribution facility at 921 Inlet Ave. in southern High Point. The company fabricates extruded vinyl, aluminum, and steel products for use outdoors – for fencing, decking, railing, arbors, trellises, and garden products.  "More ..."
Dedication held for newest runway
At Piedmont Triad International Airport
HIGH POINT, NC , June 13, 2010 - High Point officials joined others from across the region in dedicating the new third runway at Piedmont Triad International Airport. Construction of the runway was the last of three major simultaneous projects, along with the building of the FedEx Mid-Atlantic Hub and the relocation of Bryan Boulevard.  "More ..."
IMMI opens High Point manufacturing plant
To serve Thomas Built Buses’ needs
HIGH POINT, NC , June 10, 2010 - IMMI, a leading provider of school bus seats with lap-shoulder belts, will open a manufacturing plant at 1141 Corporation Dr. The facility will offer just-in-time deliveries to a nearby school-bus manufacturing facility of Thomas Built Buses.  "More ..."
High Point ranks among the lowest-cost U.S. manufacturing sites
According to a study conducted by The Boyd Company
HIGH POINT, NC , June 9, 2010 - The High Point/Greensboro area is among the 10 lowest-cost locations for furniture manufacturing. Seventy-two areas in the United States and Canada were surveyed.  "More ..."
American Express to build $600 million data center
Local area may be best place in US for data centers
GUILFORD COUNTY, NC , May 28, 2010 - American Express will locate a more than $600 million data services center in eastern Guilford County. The company will build two buildings in separate industrial parks. More than 150 jobs may be created.  "More ..."
Inmark opens distribution center in High Point
Company supplies wide range of packaging needs
HIGH POINT, NC , March 31, 2010 - Inmark, Inc., is opening a 24,000-square foot distribution center at 4193 Eagle Hill Dr. The company supplies both specialized and general packaging products.  "More ..."
High Point is “Celebrating Successes, Tackling Challenges, Investing in our Future”
More than 1,405 jobs created / announced in 2009
HIGH POINT, NC , March 17, 2010 - The High Point Economic Development Corp. has released its 2009 annual report, “High Point: Celebrating Successes, Tackling Challenges, Investing in our Future.” The annual report – by being comprehensive, professional, creative, and easy-to-read – is the main marketing piece of the High Point EDC.  "More ..."
Uniters North America opens distribution facility
Company makes furniture and home care-related products
HIGH POINT, NC , March 9, 2010 - Uniters North America has opened a distribution facility at 4500 Green Point Dr. The company analyzes and develops new products for the care and cleaning of all types of materials – including leather, fabric, wood, glass, plastic, marble, and steel.  "More ..."
The Best of Everything Fine Upholstery opens in High Point
Up to 17 employees hired initially
HIGH POINT, NC , January 20, 2010 - The Best of Everything Fine Upholstery, a new upholstered furniture manufacturer, has opened its factory at 227 Berkley St. The company will make custom furniture for hotel and residential designers.  "More ..."
High Point’s metro area earns Forbes’ “Best Bang” accolades
Ranked #30 for affordability
HIGH POINT, NC , December 7, 2009 - The Greensboro-High Point metro area is ranked at #30 on Forbes’ “Best Bang-for-the-Buck Cities” for affordability. The list ranked 100 cities on their affordability by analyzing information such as the overall housing market and affordability, real estate taxes, travel time to work, job forecasts, and unemployment rates.  "More ..."
Harland Clarke brings 350 jobs to High Point in 2009
Company is leading provider of solutions for 13,000 financial institutions
HIGH POINT, NC , November 23, 2009 - In 2009, Harland Clarke Corp. and its check manufacturing / fulfillment facility made a big impact on High Point. The company opened in May at 4475 Premier Dr. – moving 200 employees in phases from its previous facility nearby in the Piedmont Triad region. Today, Harland Clarke has 350 jobs at its High Point location.  "More ..."
High Point again wins national “distribution / warehousing” award
2nd year in a row from Expansion Solutions Magazine
HIGH POINT, NC , November 19, 2009 - For the second year in a row, the City of High Point and its High Point Economic Development Corp. have won a national award for its distribution / warehousing industry sector. Expansion Solutions Magazine named High Point a winner of its 2009 Awards of Excellence – in the distribution / warehousing category. The awards in 2009 and in 2008 recognize areas that have “made exceptional progress in economic development by successfully recruiting, retaining, and growing businesses” in that industry sector.  "More ..."
Guilford Tech’s Don Cameron elected High Point EDC chairman
Following Owen Bertschi’s two-year term
HIGH POINT, NC , November 19, 2009 - Don Cameron, president of Guilford Technical Community College, has been elected chairman of the board of the High Point Economic Development Corp. Other 2009-2011 officers are Charles Cain, first vice chair; Leah Price, second vice chair; and Ken Smith, treasurer / secretary.  "More ..."
Polo Ralph Lauren to move children’s wear division to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , November 10, 2009 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. will move an out-of-state operation to one of its two major High Point facilities. The Ralph Lauren children’s wear division will move its distribution center operations to 4100 Beechwood Dr. “This is a strategic business decision for us,” says a spokesman with the company’s headquarters in New York. Moving the division to High Point “will provide us with the opportunity to provide better customer service overall.”  "More ..."
Andes International opens High Point distribution center
To “easily and economically” distribute its furniture domestically
HIGH POINT, NC , October 26, 2009 - Andes International, a furniture manufacturer known for its unique hand finishing processes, has opened a distribution center at 1914 Alleghany St. The company makes furniture for bedrooms, home offices, dining rooms, and living rooms at its factory in Chile.  "More ..."
High Point University adds 108 jobs
And anticipates creating 50 additional jobs next year
HIGH POINT, NC , October 12, 2009 - Thanks to the exponential growth of High Point University, in 2009 alone, 108 new jobs have been created. That brings the total number of employees to 750, double of what it was just three years ago.  "More ..."
High Point receives “Excellence in Economic Development” award
HPEDC annual report wins for 8th year in a row, 2nd time this year
RENO, NV , October 6, 2009 - For the eighth year in a row, an annual report of the High Point Economic Development Corp. has won a major award. In fact, in 2009, HPEDC’s annual report has won two awards. On October 6, the High Point annual report won the “Excellence in Economic Development” award at the annual conference of the International Economic Development Council held in Reno, Nevada. In August, that annual report also won an award from the Southern Economic Development Council at its annual conference in Point Clear, Alabama.  "More ..."
High Point participates in state financial services event in NYC
Seminar held at the New York Stock Exchange
NEW YORK, NY , September 30, 2009 - Governor Beverly Perdue, Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco, and other state and local officials hosted a New York Stock Exchange event, which featured NC financial services executives. Those executives – including Mark Hanson of High Point’s Bank of America customer service facility – spoke to New York City colleagues about the business strengths of the High Point/Greensboro/Winston-Salem region and the state.  "More ..."
Fowler, Holcombe join High Point EDC board
Appointments made by High Point City Council
HIGH POINT, NC , September 14, 2009 - The board of directors of the High Point Economic Development Corp. has gained two new members: Steve Holcombe of TransTech Pharma and Phil Fowler of Geneva Corp. / Covington Power Services.  "More ..."
High Point receives ElectriCities’ award of excellence
For the 2nd year in a row
RALEIGH, NC , August 27, 2009 - The City of High Point received the “Public Power Award of Excellence” for its economic development successes. The award was presented by ElectriCities, the organization representing municipalities that own electric distribution systems.  "More ..."
Harland Clarke Corp. holds grand opening, adds 80 employees
Company opens new High Point check manufacturing facility
HIGH POINT, NC , August 11, 2009 - Harland Clarke Corp. has recently added 80 jobs to its local workforce, is still adding positions, and currently has 280 employees in High Point. The company’s new High Point check manufacturing facility opened in May 2009 at 4475 Premier Dr. Harland Clarke is the nation’s leading provider of solutions for approximately 15,000 financial institutions.  "More ..."
High Point EDC represented at Canada / Southeast US conference
Canada is North Carolina’s #1 trading partner
HIGH POINT,NC , July 27, 2009 - Piedmont Triad representatives attended an international trade and economic development conference in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. The second annual Southeastern United States / Canadian Provinces Alliance (SEUS / Canada) conference attracted more than 200 delegates from businesses, governments and economic development agencies. The program included discussions and site visits around topics in Advanced Manufacturing, Energy, and Port and Ocean Technologies.  "More ..."
Wema Americas opens High Point distribution facility
Norway-based company joins more than 70 other internationally-based businesses
HIGH POINT, NC , June 24, 2009 - Wema Americas has opened a 15,880-square foot distribution facility at 4501 Green Point Dr., in the Piedmont Centre office / industrial park. The company supplies sensors for the automotive, marine, agricultural, and construction equipment industries.  "More ..."
Thomas Built Buses unveils new line of smaller vehicles
Leading to job creation in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , June 4, 2009 - Thomas Built Buses – North America's leading bus manufacturer and a division of Daimler – has announced a new “multi-function student activity bus.” MyBus, a vehicle for groups of 10 to 30 people, was created for groups such as YMCA’s, churches, and service organizations. The new line is sustaining the company’s current employment levels and should create new jobs in the future.  "More ..."
Center for Global Logistics planned
Construction to be completed in 2011
HIGH POINT, NC , May 29, 2009 - Guilford Technical Community College, 18 other area colleges and universities, and several businesses will play a role in the Piedmont Triad Center for Global Logistics. The center will be located at GTCC’s planned Northwest Campus on N.C. 68 near Piedmont Triad International Airport. The center will aid businesses in the distribution / logistics industry sector and bring together resources for workforce training.  "More ..."
High Point EDC represented at Biotechnology Industry Organization’s annual conference
Participating in the North Carolina Pavilion
HIGH POINT, NC , May 18, 2009 - Two Piedmont Triad Partnership representatives – including the president of the High Point Economic Development Corp. – attended the 2009 Biotechnology Industry Organization’s annual convention. Recognized as the world's largest biotechnology gathering, BIO 2009 drew more than 18,000 biotech executives, investors, journalists, policy makers, and scientists from more than 60 countries.  "More ..."
FedEx Hub to spur growth in transportation, distribution, logistics
HIGH POINT, NC , May 2, 2009 - The long-awaited opening of the FedEx Corp. cargo hub next month has geared up efforts to position High Point and its Piedmont Triad region as a distribution focal point for the East Coast. The Piedmont Triad Partnership announced it will lead a new regional initiative intended "to position the Piedmont Triad as the global logistics center" on the East Coast.  "More ..."
High Point’s furniture market marks 100th year
Market boosts North Carolina’s economy by $1.15 billion annually
HIGH POINT, NC , April 25, 2009 - Over the past century, the furniture market has put High Point on the map. The semiannual event, which marks its 100th anniversary, has turned High Point into an international destination, dominated its downtown with acres of showrooms and pumped billions of dollars into the local economy. In the process, what is now called the High Point Market has evolved into the largest furniture industry show in the world and become what some consider the state’s most lucrative event ever.  "More ..."
RalphLauren.com celebrates double-digit, unprecedented success during first year
Company applauds partnership with High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , April 17, 2009 - Roger Farah, president and chief operating officer of Polo Ralph Lauren, was in High Point to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the company’s RalphLauren.com fulfillment / contact center facility. In its first full year of operation, the facility has achieved unprecedented successes, far exceeding its first-year business expectations, with double-digit growth.  "More ..."
Schnadig opens new corporate HQ in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , April 15, 2009 - Upholstery and case goods importer Schnadig International Corp. has opened its new corporate headquarters here with a new management team. The company – a subsidiary of China-based Markor International – has closed its Chicago office and consolidated all of its U.S. administrative functions and services in High Point.  "More ..."
Antiques by Zaar moves to High Point
Company is importer of Chinese furniture, accessories
HIGH POINT, NC , March 27, 2009 - Antiques by Zaar, an importer of refurbished antique Chinese furniture and accessories, has relocated from New England to High Point. The company’s new High Point operations center is at 400 Mandustry St.  "More ..."
Job diversity aids local economy
Industry sectors demonstrate “quality and diversity”
HIGH POINT, NC , March 12, 2009 - The High Point Enterprise editorializes that “because of work that has been done by the High Point Economic Development Corp., High Point is better situated to rebound economically than a lot of other communities in North Carolina and throughout the Southeast.”  "More ..."
High Point University has $367 million economic impact
HIGH POINT, NC , March 6, 2009 - High Point University was named the City of High Point’s "Project of the Year" because of the university’s significant boost to the local economy. During 2008, HPU brought in $367 million into the city's economy -- thanks to impressive expansion plans, dramatic job growth, and more than 58,000 HPU-related visitors to the city.  "More ..."
High Point demonstrates “Extraordinary Success in Extraordinary Times”
More than 2,167 jobs created / announced
HIGH POINT, NC , March 4, 2009 - The High Point Economic Development Corp. has released its 2008 annual report, “High Point: Extraordinary Success in Extraordinary Times.” The report details High Point’s economic development successes and the accolades the city received in 2008, despite the national economic downturn.  "More ..."
Hörmann opens distribution center in High Point
German company is global supplier of doors
HIGH POINT, NC , February 20, 2009 - Hörmann, a major global supplier of garage and other kinds of doors, will open a 24,000-square-foot warehouse and distribution center in High Point. The company will open its facility in the Eagle Hill Business Park in Piedmont Centre, with up to 10 employees.  "More ..."
Schnadig International to expand in High Point
Furniture company to create 70 jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , February 6, 2009 - Schnadig International Corp. will both consolidate and grow its operations in High Point. Its new facilities will house the company’s corporate headquarters, warehousing, and manufacturing operations. The company will create 70 new jobs.  "More ..."
Pay-Tel Communications moves to High Point
Bringing 58 existing jobs, more to be added
HIGH POINT, NC , January 9, 2009 - Pay-Tel Communications is relocating to High Point. The company is moving into 50,000 square feet of space on Beechwood Dr. in northern High Point. Pay-Tel was founded in 1986 and currently has 58 employees, including about a dozen hired over the past year.  "More ..."
SunGard Public Sector creating 50 jobs
Company develops public safety software
HIGH POINT, NC , December 22, 2008 - SunGard Public Sector is adding 50 employees. The High Point company – which provides software that law enforcement, fire departments, and rescue agencies use for 911 dispatchers – currently has 135 employees at its 4000 OSSI Ct. facility.  "More ..."
TriQuint Semiconductor expanding
Adding 25 new employees
HIGH POINT, NC , December 11, 2008 - TriQuint Semiconductor is growing. The company is doubling the size of its design center and adding more than 25 new employees. The High Point facility designs TriQuint’s latest GSM/EDGE/WEDGE solutions, which support the company’s handset business for mobile phone manufacturers.  "More ..."
Graphic Printing Services expands again, changes name
High Point company offers its customers an extensive portfolio of visual solutions
HIGH POINT, NC , December 4, 2008 - Newly-renamed Graphic Visual Solutions is adding up to 10 jobs and investing $2 million in new technology and equipment. Formerly called Graphic Printing Services, this is Graphic’s 10th major expansion since its beginning in 1985.  "More ..."
Harland Clarke to open check manufacturing facility
200 jobs moving to High Point, 20 new jobs to be created
HIGH POINT, NC , December 3, 2008 - Harland Clarke is moving to High Point in the spring of 2009. As one of the nation’s leading providers of solutions to approximately 15,000 financial institutions, Harland Clarke will more than double its check manufacturing footprint in the Piedmont Triad region when it opens a new facility at 4475 Premier Drive.  "More ..."
Furniture industry workforce training program created
Sponsored by the “CRAFT” team
HIGH POINT, NC , December 3, 2008 - A new furniture industry-driven training program is being created by the CRAFT Team -- Combining Resources for Advancement of the Furniture Trade. The workforce training initiative will focus on upholstery and sewing training as a pilot program. Funding for the project is provided through the federal WIRED grant, which is administered by the Piedmont Triad Partnership. In-kind contributions also came from the Guilford County Workforce Development Board, Guilford Technical Community College, and High Point furniture manufacturers.  "More ..."
State commerce secretary lauds High Point's prosperity
JAMESTOWN, NC , November 26, 2008 - According to N.C. Secretary of Commerce Jim Fain, High Point’s successes in economic development are due to several factors, chief among them leadership. “My impression from afar is that your civic, public, and private sector leadership has always held itself accountable for making economic development a top priority,” he said, “and it shows. This type of accountable leadership is what makes High Point the great place to live and work that it is.”  "More ..."
High Point is in enviable competitive position
Region can capitalize on its economic development strengths, successes
HIGH POINT, NC , November 23, 2008 - High Point and the Piedmont Triad region are in an enviable competitive position in economic development, even during slower times in the nation. Committed leadership, partnerships, building a positive atmosphere for business, quality education, and infrastructure all contribute to High Point’s economic development success.  "More ..."
State official praises High Point
Secretary of Commerce Jim Fain touts city’s diversification
HIGH POINT, NC , November 21, 2008 - N.C. Secretary of Commerce Jim Fain – who spoke at the High Point Economic Development Corp.'s annual meeting – praised High Point community leaders for successfully diversifying the city’s economy over the last several years. "You have made this a great place to work and live," Fain said. "High Point has adapted."  "More ..."
High Point wins 2008 Award of Excellence for “distribution / warehousing”
National award received from Expansion Solutions Magazine
High Point, North Carolina , October 23, 2008 - The City of High Point and its High Point Economic Development Corp. have been selected as one of five national recipients of Expansion Solutions Magazine’s 2008 Awards of Excellence -- in the distribution / warehousing category. The award recognizes areas that have “made exceptional progress in economic development by successfully recruiting, retaining, and growing businesses” in that industry sector.  "More ..."
High Point EDC wins international award
For “High Point: Leading the nation in attracting new industry”
ATLANTA, GA , October 21, 2008 - For the seventh year in a row, an annual report of the High Point Economic Development Corp. has won a major award. The latest HPEDC Annual Report – entitled “High Point: Leading the nation in attracting new industry” – won the award at the annual conference of the International Economic Development Council.  "More ..."
Anco-Eaglin to build manufacturing facility
For food-processing equipment sold around the globe
HIGH POINT, NC , October 10, 2008 - A manufacturer of industrial-sized tanks, cylinders, and equipment used by food-processing companies – both in the United States and abroad – plans to expand in High Point. Anco-Eaglin Co. will build a 65,000-square foot manufacturing facility on a 10-acre site off Lorraine Ave., in southeast High Point.  "More ..."
Merz Pharmaceuticals to add substantial number of jobs
New neurology division to be launched in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , September 26, 2008 - Merz Pharmaceuticals, a German drug maker, will expand its operations in High Point. The company will be launching a new neurology division locally. Merz has more than 2,000 employees worldwide and had $785 million in sales last year.  "More ..."
High Point University’s economic impact is impressive
Over $320 million annually
HIGH POINT, NC , August 26, 2008 - High Point University’s annual economic impact has jumped from $206 million to $320 million. During the 2007-08 school year, HPU brought a total of 57,468 visitors to the city -- amounting to significant dollars spent in the community on 5,350 room nights in local hotels, restaurants, retail shops, car rentals, and more.  "More ..."
Packrite to create 30 jobs in High Point
Company specializes in microflute and paperboard packaging
HIGH POINT, NC , August 23, 2008 - Packrite, a manufacturer of state-of-the-art packaging products for corporate customers, will set up an operation in eastern High Point, initially creating 30 jobs.  "More ..."
TransTech Pharma creates High Point Pharmaceuticals
Name thanks City of High Point for its continued support
HIGH POINT, NC , August 15, 2008 - Biotech company TransTech Pharma has created a new company -- High Point Pharmaceuticals -- to manage the development of drugs to fight diabetes and obesity. Dr. Adnan Mjalli says the new company’s name is a gesture of gratitude to the City of High Point for its unwavering support over the years.  "More ..."
High Point’s population reaches 100,000 milestone
HIGH POINT, NC , July 12, 2008 - High Point's population has passed the 100,000 threshold, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. High Point is located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina – the nation’s 37th largest metro area with a population of 1.6 million.  "More ..."
Smith, Tyson Jett, and Wear join High Point EDC board
Appointments made by High Point City Council, High Point Partners
HIGH POINT, NC , July 10, 2008 - The board of directors of the High Point Economic Development Corp. has gained three new members: Ken Smith of Smith Leonard; Annie Tyson Jett of B&C Associates; and Ralph Wear of RalphLauren.com.  "More ..."
High Point selects Core City director
Wendy Fuscoe to work to revitalize important focus area
HIGH POINT, NC , June 30, 2008 - Wendy Fuscoe has been selected to be the first executive director of High Point’s Core City office. The Core City is defined as downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, commercial / industrial areas, and gateway corridors.  "More ..."
Extraordinary growth occurring at High Point University
Expanding campus by 52%, staff by 20%
HIGH POINT, NC , June 3, 2008 - High Point University is growing by leaps and bounds, but not just in building size. The physical size of campus has greatly expanded, and HPU now has 551 full-time employees.  "More ..."
Stiles opens new equipment distribution facility
HIGH POINT, NC , June 2, 2008 - Stiles Machinery – the nation’s largest supplier of advanced equipment for the woodworking industry -- is opening its second High Point facility. The new 100,000-square foot distribution center is located at 640 Pegg Rd. The facility will serve as the primary point of distribution for Stiles woodworking equipment in the United States.  "More ..."
Polo Ralph Lauren officially opens fulfillment, distribution center
RalphLauren.com creates 215 jobs – ahead of schedule
HIGH POINT, NC , May 30, 2008 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corp. officially opened its RalphLauren.com fulfillment and contact center facility in High Point. Company leaders and more than 215 newly-hired employees were joined by Lt. Governor Beverly Perdue, other state officials, and representatives from the City of High Point, Guilford County, and the High Point Economic Development Corp.  "More ..."
Piedmont Triad Partnership named Top 10 economic development group
High Point’s successes helped propel region to top spot
HIGH POINT, NC , May 5, 2008 - Site Selection magazine – in its May 2008 edition – named the Piedmont Triad Partnership as one of the “Top Economic Development Groups” for 2007. The City of High Point is one of the PTP’s regional partners, and both the City and its High Point Economic Development Corp. are investors in the regional group.  "More ..."
Aetna brings 300 new jobs to High Point
Company added 120 jobs last year
HIGH POINT, NC , April 11, 2008 - Aetna will be adding 300 jobs in High Point, after creating 120 new jobs in 2007. Aetna is one of the nation’s leading diversified health care benefits companies. It currently has 820 employees in High Point.  "More ..."
Home Meridian creating 40 jobs in High Point
Company formed from the merger of Pulaski Furniture, Samuel Lawrence Furniture
HIGH POINT, NC , April 8, 2008 - Home Meridian International – one of the nation’s Top 20 furniture suppliers – is adding another 40 jobs in High Point. The company chose High Point in 2007 to locate its corporate headquarters and state-of-the-art marketing and design centers.  "More ..."
Glaston North America relocates to High Point
Finland-based glass technology company has 40 local employees
HIGH POINT, NC , March 18, 2008 - Glaston North America has opened operations at 4523 Green Point Dr. Based out of Finland, Glaston is an international glass technology company and global market leader in glass processing machines. It is appropriate the company chose High Point, which is known as North Carolina’s International City™ -- with more than 70 internationally-owned companies from 20 countries on five continents.  "More ..."
3,100 jobs created or announced in High Point in 2007
HIGH POINT, NC , March 5, 2008 - Nearly 3,100 jobs were created or announced in High Point in 2007 – five hundred more than in 2006. High Point’s job creation came from a diverse group of industry sectors.  "More ..."
High Point continues to lead the nation in attracting new industry
Earns #1 national designation for second year in a row
HIGH POINT, NC , March 3, 2008 - Site Selection magazine and N.C. Governor Mike Easley announced High Point’s metro area is ranked #1 in the nation for attracting new and expanded business for 2007, just as it had done in 2006. High Point’s success gave the region its #1 ranking each year.  "More ..."
TransTech Pharma will expand in High Point
Along with sister company PharmaCore
HIGH POINT, NC , December 20, 2007 - TransTech Pharma and PharmaCore will be staying and expanding in High Point. The sister homegrown biotech companies announced today that they will: add 205 new jobs within the next five years, at an average salary of $ 96,000 (including salary and bonuses); plan to invest over $23 million; increase High Point’s tax base by a minimum of $15.2 million; and retain the current 125 high paying jobs and the current tax base in High Point.  "More ..."
Trinity Pension Group expanding, relocating
HIGH POINT, NC , December 14, 2007 - Trinity Pension Group is expanding its square footage and workforce in High Point. The company provides third party administration for employer-sponsored retirement plans.  "More ..."
Cleantechnics to begin assembly operations
Up to 10 jobs to be created
HIGH POINT, NC , December 14, 2007 - Cleantechnics International -- a High Point startup company with a fuel-filter technology that can cut truck-fleet operation costs dramatically -- will begin assembling its products locally next month. The operation could add as many as 10 employees during the next year, depending on demand.  "More ..."
Bindagraphics will expand in High Point
Creating 21 new jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , December 3, 2007 - Bindagraphics will be expanding in High Point. The company will add 21 new jobs to its current workforce of 35. It will also add approximately $1 million to the High Point tax base. Bindagraphics is the largest trade bindery and finisher on the East Coast and the sixth largest in the country.  "More ..."
La-Z-Boy opens divisional HQ in High Point
“We wanted to move to High Point. The furniture capital of the world is where we want to be.”
HIGH POINT, NC , November 27, 2007 - La-Z-Boy, Incorporated, has opened its new division corpo­rate office at 4310 Regency Dr. The project will add $3.1 mil­lion to High Point’s tax base.  "More ..."
Three new board members join High Point EDC
HIGH POINT, NC , November 19, 2007 - The board of directors of the High Point Economic Development Corp. has gained three new members: Maurice Hull, Marketplace Management; Brian McGhee, High Point Radisson Hotel; and Royster Tucker, III, North State Communications. Four members of the High Point EDC board have been reappointed: Charles Cain, Banner Pharmacaps; Harvey Lowd, Kao Specialties Americas; Dr. Adnan Mjalli, TransTech Pharma; and Ruffin Price, Ruffin Price Insurance.  "More ..."
HPEDC annual report wins award
For the sixth year in a row
LITTLE ROCK, AR , November 7, 2007 - The 2006 HPEDC Annual Report – entitled “The Keys to the City of High Point” – has been recognized by the Southern Economic Development Council. The award-winning annual report focuses on High Point's economic development projects of 2006 and those attributes that make High Point successful in economic development:  "More ..."
High Point University investing $225 million in transformation
Dramatic changes occurring over five years
HIGH POINT, NC , October 8, 2007 - High Point University is doubling its investment in academic programs, student life, scholarships, and construction of new facilities -- from $110 to $225 million. HPU has recently completed construction of five new buildings and two stadiums, renovated 16 buildings, and acquired 40 acres of land. Approved for construction are four new residence halls, a parking deck, new restaurants, and a tennis complex.  "More ..."
Cornerstone Health Care to build new facility
HIGH POINT, NC , October 3, 2007 - Cornerstone Health Care held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new 105,000-square foot outpatient medical facility, located on 15 acres of land on Westchester Drive. Cornerstone Health Care is High Point’s 9th largest employer with approximately 800 employees.  "More ..."
Quantum Group will create 60 jobs
Specialty textile com­pany expanding building too
HIGH POINT, NC , September 28, 2007 - The Quantum Group is creating 60 additional jobs and constructing a 55,680-square foot addition to its plant on National Center Dr. The company manufactures fabrics, producing woven and knitted mate­rial for a range of industrial uses.  "More ..."
High Point leads region in life sciences companies
Nine of the Top 25 are based in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , September 21, 2007 - The City of High Point has more of the region’s largest 25 life sciences companies than any other city. Piedmont Triad companies were ranked by the total number of employees a company has in the 12-county region.  "More ..."
New Filcas of America opens High Point facility
For its HQ / distribution center
HIGH POINT, NC , August 31, 2007 - New Filcas of America – a manufacturer and marketer of gift wrap, gift bags, boxes, tissue, party goods and related products – is moving its North American headquarters and distribution center to High Point. The company will lease 48,000 square feet of space from Liberty Property Trust at 4183 Eagle Hill Dr.  "More ..."
Marquis Seating will create 100 new jobs
Company also moves more than 100 current jobs to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , August 24, 2007 - Marquis Seating, a hospitality and contract furniture maker, has opened a manufacturing facility in High Point. Marquis acquired the former Miller Desk building on South Rd. and has expansion plans to create 100 new jobs within the next two years.  "More ..."
$8.25 billion: the furniture industry’s impact on High Point
While providing 69,000 jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , June 28, 2007 - A landmark High Point University study proves that High Point is indeed the Home Furnishings Capital of the World.™ The study shows that the home furnishings industry has a $8.25 billion impact on High Point and the four counties in which the city lies. “The High Point Market and the enormous industry surrounding it are thriving and growing,” said High Point Mayor Becky Smothers. Hosts of furniture-related companies continue to move here because “the entire array of industry resources they need are right here.”  "More ..."
Polo Ralph Lauren to open “Global Data Center” in High Point
Second announcement from company in six months
HIGH POINT, NC , June 15, 2007 - Polo Ralph Lauren will locate a “Global Data Center” at its existing High Point facility on Beechwood Dr. The center will handle all of the corporation’s technical support and help desk activities around the world. This expansion in High Point is in addition to the under-construction distribution center of Polo.com, its sister company, on N. Pendleton St.  "More ..."
Home Meridian International selects High Point
For its new corporate headquarters
HIGH POINT, NC , May 30, 2007 - Home Meridian International – one of the nation’s Top 20 furniture suppliers – will locate its corporate headquarters in High Point. The facility will serve as a world-class design, sourcing, and marketing center for each of the company’s strategic marketing units. The company was recently formed by the merger of Pulaski Furniture and Samuel Lawrence Furniture.  "More ..."
High Point earns its title as Home Furnishings Capital of the World™
HIGH POINT, NC , May 24, 2007 - Everyday in and around High Point, furniture’s incomparable and talented creative class is actively involved in designing, marketing, manufacturing, transporting, sourcing, financing, and warehousing furniture and home furnishings. Key trade publications and important industry associations are home in High Point.  "More ..."
TransTech Pharma gets state award
At the international biotech annual meeting
HIGH POINT, NC , May 7, 2007 - High Point’s TransTech Pharma is being recognized by North Carolina's economic development community for its economic impact on the region and state. TransTech has recently entered into two major multi-million dollar deals: a $173 million out-license to Pfizer of compounds for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease and diabetic disorders; and an exclusive license from Novo Nordisk for several clinical projects including a clinical enzyme program to help diabetics control their glucose levels.  "More ..."
Graphic Printing Services expanding for seventh time
Company to invest $4.5 million, create 10 new jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , April 12, 2007 - Graphic Printing Services is again expanding and making a significant investment in High Point. The company is adding $4.5 million to High Point’s tax base and creating 10 additional jobs. GPS will have a total of over 90 employees with annual sales of approximately $16 million.  "More ..."
High Point announces 2,610 jobs in 2006
One reason High Point has #1 national ranking
HIGH POINT, NC , March 8, 2007 - More than 2,610 jobs were created or announced in High Point last year, according to the 2006 annual report of the High Point Economic Development Corp. The report is entitled The Keys to the City of High Point and is posted on the HPEDC website.  "More ..."
10 City employees receive business-friendly award
HIGH POINT, NC , March 7, 2007 - High Point City Manager Strib Boynton announced the creation of a new award for city employees: the “Can-do / Make It Happen” Business-Friendly award. The award will go annually to those city employees who particularly assisted the City of High Point and the High Point Economic Development Corp. on economic development projects and who consistently demonstrated a business-friendly approach.  "More ..."
High Point tops the nation in attracting new industry
In Site Selection magazine’s annual Governor’s Cup ranking
HIGH POINT, NC , March 1, 2007 - High Point / Greensboro leads the nation for attracting new industry. The #1 ranking is for all regions in the United States with a population of 200,000 to 1 million.  "More ..."
HondaJet selects Piedmont Triad International Airport
For its world HQ and manufacturing operations
HIGH POINT, NC , February 9, 2007 - Honda Aircraft Company, Inc. -- a subsidiary of Honda Motor Co. -- has selected Piedmont Triad International Airport for its HondaJet world headquarters and manufacturing facilities. Honda will invest up to $100 million in this project and will, over five years, create 300 jobs that pay an average of more than $70,000 per year.  "More ..."
High Point University’s economic impact exceeds $290 million
Which is a 40 % increase from the previous year
HIGH POINT, NC , January 9, 2007 - High Point University will have an economic impact of more than $290 million in 2006-2007. In addition to the positive impact on the community from HPU’s operating budget, student spending, and visitor spending, underway is $91.8 million in construction, renovation and remodeling projects.  "More ..."
High Point sees business boom in 2006
Business­-friendly city government was one reason why
HIGH POINT, NC , January 6, 2007 - New companies flocked to High Point in 2006. Polo.com chose High Point for its ma­jor fulfillment and distribution center while TriQuint Semiconductor opened a research and development center here. Other existing companies – including Future Foam, Lifestyle Enterprises, Thomas Built Buses, and Tyco – announced sig­nificant expansions.  "More ..."
Smith Leonard acquires local BDO Seidman office
Local accounting firm established in 1930
HIGH POINT, NC , December 21, 2006 - The High Point practice of BDO Seidman, LLP, will be purchased by Ken Smith, Darlene Leonard, Jon Glazman, and Mark Bulmer. The new firm, Smith Leonard PLLC, will acquire the business effective January 1, 2007.  "More ..."
Thomas Built Buses to make $10.3 million upgrade
Company is a subsidiary of Freightliner / DaimlerChrysler
HIGH POINT, NC , December 13, 2006 - Thomas Built Buses -- the leading manufacturer of school buses in North America -- has announced a multi-million dollar renovation to its 1408 Courtesy Rd. plant in High Point. The $10.3 million improvement plan will start later this month and will be completed in January 2008.  "More ..."
Lodging by Liberty chooses High Point for divisional HQ
Brown Jordan subsidiary will create 53 new jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , December 12, 2006 - Lodging by Liberty – a subsidiary of Brown Jordan International – has selected High Point for its divisional headquarters and furniture manufacturing operations. Brown Jordan is a well-known, highly regarded designer, manufacturer and marketer of fine furnishings and accessories to residential and commercial customers worldwide. Its Lodging by Liberty subsidiary makes furniture for the hospitality industry.  "More ..."
PhazeTek opens in High Point
In the “N.C. Nanotech Accelerator”
HIGH POINT, NC , December 8, 2006 - PhazeTek, formed from a partnership of High Point’s QuarTek Corp. and another company in the region, will specialize in using "phase change technology" to make more efficient batteries and improve manufacturing techniques.  "More ..."
E. Greene & Company relocates to High Point
Company prints and manufactures specialized items for the banking industry
HIGH POINT, NC , December 7, 2006 - E. Greene & Company has chosen High Point for its printing and manufacturing operations. The company will be hiring 10 employees initially. “We found in High Point both a business-friendly city and a perfect building for our company,” said Jed Firestone, president of the company.  "More ..."
Samet Corp. constructing showroom for Art & Frame Direct
HIGH POINT, NC , December 5, 2006 - Art & Frame Direct, a marketer of antique reproductions and decorative accessories, is working with Samet Corp. to construct a new home furnishings showroom in downtown High Point.  "More ..."
NASCAR’s Bill Davis Racing adding 50 employees
Due to its close and growing ties with Toyota
HIGH POINT, NC , December 1, 2006 - Bill Davis Racing, which has spent 20 successful years in NASCAR, is adding 50 employees. The company is becoming a bigger part of the Toyota racing team, as it enters the Nextel Cup series in 2007.  "More ..."
French Heritage moves its facilities to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , November 29, 2006 - French Heritage, a maker of fine furniture, will be moving its distribution / warehouse facility to an 80,000-square foot building in High Point. French Heritage already has a showroom in High Point at 442 N. Wrenn St.  "More ..."
Graphic Printing Services acquires company
While also investing a half million dollars in new equipment
HIGH POINT, NC , November 27, 2006 - As it has done every 3-4 years, Graphic Printing Services is growing again. It will be investing an additional half million dollars in new flexographic printing equipment. In addition, GPS has acquired a nearby company and will shift its 10 employees to High Point.  "More ..."
2006 has been outstanding year for High Point
Polo.com is latest in string of community catches
HIGH POINT, NC , November 20, 2006 - It has been a banner year for eco­nomic development in High Point, and there is still more to come. Several companies have announced they will be investing more than $76 million and bringing at least 837 new jobs to town. At least three more announcements are pending.  "More ..."
La-Z-Boy selects High Point
HIGH POINT, NC, and MONROE, MI , November 15, 2006 - The board of directors of La-Z-Boy, one of the world’s leading residential furniture producers, approved the move of its divisional offices to High Point. The relocation will take place in September 2007.  "More ..."
High Point authorizes incentives for POLO.COM
For its $40 million distribution / fulfillment center
HIGH POINT, NC , November 9, 2006 - The High Point City Council voted unanimously to authorize up to $1.4 million in incentives for POLO.COM. The project would add at least $40 million to High Point’s tax base and create up to 250 jobs.  "More ..."
La-Z-Boy may move divisional HQ to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , November 6, 2006 - La-Z-Boy, Inc, one of the world’s leading residential furniture producers, is considering moving its divisional headquarters to High Point. If the company picks High Point, it would move more than 100 employees to 4310 Regency Dr. The project would add $3.1 million to High Point’s tax base.  "More ..."
POLO.COM chooses High Point for major facility
Adding $40 million to the tax base, creating 250 jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , October 26, 2006 - Ralph Lauren Media will open a major fulfillment / distribution center facility in High Point for its POLO.COM operations. RLM is a joint venture among the Polo Ralph Lauren Corp., the National Broadcasting Company (NBC), and ValueVision Media, Inc.  "More ..."
Wal-Mart Supercenter coming to southern High Point
To open by the middle of 2007
HIGH POINT, NC , October 25, 2006 - Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., has purchased land from Marketplace Part­ners to develop its new Supercenter in south High Point. Earlier this year, the High Point City Council approved a land sale and an amendment to the development ordi­nance to induce Wal-Mart to build the facility.  "More ..."
Lifestyle Enterprises making $11.655 million investment
HIGH POINT, NC , October 17, 2006 - Lifestyle Enterprises – the largest importer of Asian home furnishings – is planning to expand again in High Point. The company will construct a combined furniture showroom / office building. The value of that new building will be at least $10 million.  "More ..."
High Point’s Foreign Trade Zone to expand
375 acres to be added
HIGH POINT, NC , September 7, 2006 - High Point’s portion of the region’s Foreign Trade Zone will expand to include Piedmont Corporate Park, Premier Center Business Park, Lowell's Run, Eagle Hill Business Park, Federal Ridge Business Park and the Green Point Business Park.  "More ..."
Future Foam will expand in High Point
For its home furnishings-related operations
HIGH POINT, NC , August 17, 2006 - Future Foam is expanding its foam manufacturing facility at 1300 Prospect St. in southern High Point. With the expansion, the company will make a $3.8 million capital investment; build a 24,000-square foot addition to the existing 336,000-square foot facility; add new equipment; and create 12 new jobs.  "More ..."
Master Design Fur­niture moves HQ to High Point
Will also open new distribution center, showroom
HIGH POINT, NC , July 13, 2006 - Master Design Fur­niture has relocated its corpo­rate headquarters to High Point and plans soon to open a showroom and large distribution center. “It’s a fairly significant commit­ment to the community,” a company spokesman said. “We feel like we are putting a punc­tuation mark on the importance of High Point.”  "More ..."
TriQuint Semiconductor to open in High Point
Company cites business-friendly city government
HIGH POINT, NC , June 27, 2006 - TriQuint Semiconductor is opening a design / research and development center at 4050 Piedmont Parkway in High Point. The company will invest approximately $1.8 million in the upfit of the facility, over a four-year period. It will also hire 25 employees in that same time frame, with the average wage being in the $85,000-100,000 range.  "More ..."
Legacy Classic Furniture chooses High Point
For its distribution center / corporate offices
HIGH POINT, NC , June 22, 2006 - Legacy Classic Furniture will construct a major facility in High Point. The company will build a 347,000-square foot distribution center, invest more than $18 million, and move 120 positions to High Point.  "More ..."
Stroheim and Romann, Simpson Strong-Tie open in High Point
50 jobs created for their respective distribution centers
HIGH POINT, NC , June 8, 2006 - Liberty Property Trust has announced two tenants for its new Eagle Hill IV building in High Point: Simpson Strong-Tie, a structural connection company, and Stroheim and Romann, an upscale fabric company.  "More ..."
Ashley Furniture to open distribution center
Fifty jobs to be created
HIGH POINT, NC , May 19, 2006 - Russell Turner, a retail licensee of Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc., will open a 60,000 square foot distri­bution center at 4224 Tudor Lane. The facility will support retail furniture stores planned throughout High Point’s Piedmont Triad region and southern Virginia.  "More ..."
Tyco expands, adding plating operations
Up to 80 jobs to move to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , April 6, 2006 - Tyco Electronics plans to expand its High Point manufacturing plant by at least 25,000 square feet. The expansion will allow the company to upgrade equipment and make the High Point plant a fully integrated connector facility.  "More ..."
High Point’s largest employers named
High Point Regional Health System is again the city’s largest employer
HIGH POINT, NC , March 1, 2006 - High Point’s 20 largest employers collectively provide work for more than 17,000 Piedmont Triad residents.  "More ..."
Dairy Fresh opens facility in High Point
Dean Foods is one of the nation’s leading food and beverage companies
HIGH POINT, NC , February 18, 2006 - Dean Foods has opened a facility for its Dairy Fresh division at 1350 W. Fairfield Road. Initially, the company will hire 30 employees.  "More ..."
New Breed’s HQ moves to High Point
Company is distribution services / supply chain mgt. global leader
HIGH POINT, NC , November 15, 2005 - New Breed has acquired 4043 Piedmont Parkway in High Point for its new national headquarters. The company will invest $8 million and bring 225 employees to High Point.  "More ..."
Liberty Property Trust constructs warehouse space
Eagle Hill IV to have 150,000 square ft.
HIGH POINT, NC , November 11, 2005 - Liberty Property Trust will break ground this month on Eagle Hill IV. The Class A warehouse building – featuring 30-foot clear ceilings – will be ready for occupancy in April of 2006.  "More ..."
International firms eye High Point
More than 70 foreign-based companies have year-round operations
HIGH POINT, NC , November 4, 2005 - High Point has seen growing interest from foreign companies, in large part because of the global reputation for its twice-annual furniture market. Sixteen internationally-based companies either relocated to or expanded in High Point in 2004, compared with 10 such companies two years earlier.  "More ..."
Dell opens manufacturing facility
Only five miles from the High Point city limits
Winston-Salem, NC , October 5, 2005 - Dell Chairman Michael Dell, North Carolina Governor Mike Easley, and community leaders opened the company's third U.S. manufacturing site today. The 750,000-square foot plant reflects a Dell investment of more than $100 million. The plant will employ about 700 people in its first year of operation and grow to 1,500 employees within five years.  "More ..."
Showplace deal among High Point’s largest transactions
Investment attests to strength of International Home Furnishings Market
HIGH POINT, NC , September 14, 2005 - Capstone Property Group plans to purchase Showplace, one of High Point’s premier furniture showroom facilities. The transaction includes 101 South Main -- a commercial office building that will become a showroom building named Showplace West -- and three nearby high-end furniture showroom buildings.  "More ..."
High Point University investing $60 million
In six months, $31 million was raised
HIGH POINT, NC , September 13, 2005 - High Point University President Dr. Nido Qubein has announced a two-year plan on how $60 million will be invested on campus. The monies will provide for academic buildings and programs, new residential facilities, an outdoor athletic complex, an aesthetic fence around campus, a student center, renovations and furnishings, student aid, and communications.  "More ..."
World Wide Technology opening in High Point
Samet Corp. to lease space to Dell supplier
ROUND ROCK, Texas , August 25, 2005 - Dell has selected World Wide Technology for supply-chain management of components used in computer systems manufactured at Dell’s new facility in the Piedmont Triad. WWT will locate on Pegg Road in High Point.  "More ..."
Dell facility nears completion
High Point officials tap into Dell's limelight
WINSTON-SALEM, NC , August 22, 2005 - Dell is a month away from opening its third U.S. computer manufacturing plant, five miles from the High Point city limits.  "More ..."
Huntington Furniture expanding to 80,000 sq. ft.
For its headquarters, distribution, and warehousing operations
HIGH POINT, NC , July 13, 2005 - Huntington Furniture Industries will move into Liberty Property Trust’s Eagle Hill Three building in August. Approximately 15 employees will work in the new High Point location.  "More ..."
American Express adding 300 jobs
New travel-related call center in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , June 11, 2005 - American Express will open a new call center in northern High Point by mid-September 2005. The company has signed a five-year lease for the center, which will serve its business travel services division.  "More ..."
Mickey Truck Bodies growing by 85 jobs
High Point’s automotive-related industry cluster continues to grow
HIGH POINT, NC , June 10, 2005 - Mickey Truck Bodies – which makes specialty truck bodies and trailers – has hired almost 60 new manufacturing employees this year and is seeking to add another 25 positions.  "More ..."
Sunrise Medical to open distribution facilities in High Point
Company is manufacturer of homecare and extended care products
HIGH POINT, NC , April 21, 2005 - Liberty Property Trust has announced that Sunrise Medical HHG, Inc. will be the first tenant to move into Liberty’s new Eagle Hill Three industrial building, 4193 Eagle Hill Drive.  "More ..."
National author praises High Point
For effectively diversifying its economy
HIGH POINT, NC , April 12, 2005 - High Point reinvented itself over time and did long-term planning – resulting in today’s successes.  "More ..."
Successfully diversifying is top priority
2004 saw 144 economic development projects, more than 1,300 jobs created
HIGH POINT, NC , March 3, 2005 - The High Point Economic Development Corp. is boasting that we are "successfully diversifying High Point's economy." High Point's EDC can back up its business and industry diversity claims.  "More ..."
Spectrum expands, Adplex Rhodes returns
In Piedmont Centre's Federal Ridge Business Park
HIGH POINT, NC , February 23, 2005 - Liberty Property Trust announced that Spectrum Laboratory Network will expand its operations in High Point and that Adplex Rhodes will renew its lease.  "More ..."
Kao Specialties Americas expanding
Japanese company doubles capacity
HIGH POINT, NC , February 8, 2005 - Kao Specialties Americas dedicated its new $13 million polyester resin manufacturing facility. The company is a leading U.S. supplier of specialty chemicals for the reprographics, personal care, concrete additives, petrochemical, food/fermentation, and plastics markets.  "More ..."
Governor awards grant for Transportation Systems Solutions
High Point manufacturer adding 90 jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , January 13, 2005 - Transportation Systems Solutions will begin manufacturing operations in February, following the awarding of incentives from the state, the City of High Point, and Guilford County. The company will make composite transportation panels for companies producing truck bodies, mobile storage units, recreational vehicles, and trailers.  "More ..."
Dell coming to Winston-Salem
Site is five miles from High Point city limits
HIGH POINT, NC , December 22, 2004 - Following the announcement today that Dell will build its manufacturing plant at a site in the Alliance Science & Technology Park, the City of High Point and the High Point Economic Development Corp. offered congratulations to Winston-Salem, Forsyth County, and Winston-Salem Business, Inc., and expressed support for making it a success.  "More ..."
Incentives benefit existing businesses, too
Freud America is cutting and power tool maker
HIGH POINT, NC , December 22, 2004 - The High Point City Council awarded $47,600 in incentives to Italian-based Freud America, which has been in High Point for almost 30 years. Such investment in local businesses can pay additional, perhaps unexpected, dividends as evidenced by the recent experience with Thomas Built Buses.  "More ..."
World’s leading school bus manufacturer is in High Point
Thomas Built Buses is a DaimlerChrysler / Freightliner company
HIGH POINT, NC , December 16, 2004 - Thomas Built Buses has experienced significant market share growth in the last six years. The company has increased its share of the U.S. and Canadian school bus markets from 33% to 39%.  "More ..."
High Point stakes its claim as state's international city
At High Point EDC Annual Meeting
HIGH POINT, NC , November 24, 2004 - "North Carolina's International City" boasts more than 60 internationally-based companies and welcomes 10,000 foreign visitors each year.  "More ..."
Dell chooses High Point's Piedmont Triad region
RALEIGH, NC , November 9, 2004 - Dell Inc., will build a computer manufacturing facility in the Piedmont Triad region, creating at least 1,500 jobs and investing $100 million during the next five years. Total employment at the facility, including strategic partners, is estimated to be about 2,000.  "More ..."
Transportation Systems Solutions expanding in High Point
Creating 90 jobs, adding $1.8 million to tax base
HIGH POINT, NC , October 27, 2004 - Transportation Systems Solutions will open a manufacturing facility in southern High Point this year. The company will produce composite panels used by motor vehicle-related companies.  "More ..."
High Point is commercial photography hub
Eleven studios with more than 100,000 sq. ft. each
HIGH POINT, NC , October 17, 2004 - Furniture's historic presence in the city has made High Point a commercial photography hub. According to David Christenson, chief creative officer for Kreber, "There's more studio space in High Point than in New York City."  "More ..."
HPEDC partnering with Piedmont Triad Entrepreneurial Network
HIGH POINT, NC , October 7, 2004 - The High Point Economic Development Corp. will host the first offices of the newly-formed Piedmont Triad Entrepreneurial Network (PTEN). Lisa Blakley, the new CEO for PTEN, has accepted the High Point EDC’s offer for free temporary office space for 3-6 months as she looks for permanent office space and hires a staff.  "More ..."
Southern Film Extruders continues to grow
HIGH POINT, NC , September 27, 2004 - Southern Film Extruders, one of the leading producers of high quality polyethylene film for the packaging industry, will be creating up to 50 new jobs and adding $1.8 million to High Point’s tax base. The news comes on the heels of the company adding 25 jobs and investing $6 million in a new facility over the past year.  "More ..."
Liberty Property Trust unveils new building
Eagle Hill Three has 104,000 square feet
HIGH POINT, NC , September 22, 2004 - Liberty Property Trust will host local dignitaries, media, economic development representatives, and invited guests at an open house on Thursday, September 23, 2004, for its newest building in Piedmont Centre -- Eagle Hill Three.  "More ..."
High Point to host N.C. Economic Development Board
Group is state's top economic development policy advisory body
HIGH POINT, NC , September 16, 2004 - The N.C. Economic Development Board -- comprised of some of the state's premier leaders from business, workforce, education, and tourism -- will be holding its next meeting in High Point on November 9-10, 2004. The board’s visit will be co-hosted by the High Point Economic Development Corp. and the International Home Furnishings Market Authority.  "More ..."
TransTech Pharma, Merck sign deal
For $26 million drug discovery collaboration
HIGH POINT, NC and RAHWAY, NJ , September 8, 2004 - High Point's TransTech Pharma has announced a research collaboration with Merck & Co., Inc. TransTech Pharma could receive payments of just over $26 million for the discovery, development, and marketing approval of small-molecule pharmaceuticals.  "More ..."
High Point EDC & Chamber support Amendment One
HIGH POINT, NC , September 1, 2004 - The High Point Economic Development Corp. and the High Point Chamber of Commerce are asking citizens to vote this November in favor of Amendment One, which authorizes the use of self-financing bonds in the state. Projects which the bonds will support include commercial development in inner cities, industrial parks, the re-use of abandoned plants, and affordable housing.  "More ..."
High Point’s biotech growth featured
High Point EDC to host prominent state officials
HIGH POINT, NC , July 28, 2004 - N.C. Secretary of Commerce Jim Fain and Dr. Leslie Alexandre, President of the NC Biotechnology Center, will be coming to High Point on Wednesday, August 4, as guests of the High Point Economic Development Corp. Their joint visit will focus state attention on High Point's biotech successes.  "More ..."
High Point joins entrepreneurial efforts
Piedmont Triad Entrepreneurial Network to promote regional growth
PIEDMONT TRIAD, NC , July 22, 2004 - High Point, Winston-Salem, and Greensboro leaders have announced the formation of the Piedmont Triad Entrepreneurial Network (PTEN), a new comprehensive entrepreneurial support organization designed to stimulate economic development -- through the creation and growth of high-growth companies in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina.  "More ..."
Biotechnology committee inventorying Triad resources and facilities
HIGH POINT, NC , July 17, 2004 - The Advisory Committee for Biotechnology in the Piedmont Triad will pick a local university to complete an inventory of biotech-related resources and facilities in the region: companies, number of employees, revenue, biotech education programs, research & development efforts, and investor capital.  "More ..."
Premier Center office park doubles in size
As construction begins on Premier One, its first building
HIGH POINT, NC , July 16, 2004 - High Point's Premier Center, one of the newest office parks in the Piedmont Triad, announces construction of its first building. In addition, the park is doubling in size to over 150 acres.  "More ..."
High Point EDC participates in BIO 2004
As part of Piedmont Triad Partnership delegation
HIGH POINT, NC , June 2, 2004 - The BIO 2004 Annual International Convention, the world's largest biotechnology event, takes place June 6-9. More than 16,000 biotech executives, investors, journalists, policymakers, and scientists from more than 55 countries are expected to attend.  "More ..."
High Point is "Where Technology & Tradition Thrive"
New banners welcome business officials, visitors
HIGH POINT, NC , May 12, 2004 - "High Point USA -- Where Technology & Tradition Thrive" is featured on 75 new 6-foot banners on display downtown, at Piedmont Centre and other locations throughout the city.  "More ..."
Eagle Hill Business Park expanding
Liberty Property Trust constructing third of four planned industrial buildings
HIGH POINT, NC , April 8, 2004 - Liberty Property Trust has broken ground on a new 104,000-square foot warehouse building at Eagle Hill Business Park.  "More ..."
High Point participates in state's European mission
The Piedmont Triad region is home to more than 220 internationally-based companies -- 62 of which are located in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , March 25, 2004 - Four Piedmont Triad economic developers will participate in the N.C. Department of Commerce’s European Mission to Britain and Germany -- including Watts Carr, Chairman of the Piedmont Triad Partnership, and Loren Hill, President of the High Point Economic Development Corp.  "More ..."
High Point drawing high-tech companies
Officials have done a good job focusing on research & development companies and attracting higher-tech companies
HIGH POINT, NC , March 25, 2004 - A startup technology company may locate in north High Point, an area fast becoming popular for both high-technology and biotechnology companies. The company could become the fourth high-technology company to receive incentives from High Point in the past month.  "More ..."
Nanotechnology company locating in High Point
“Where Technology & Tradition Thrive" is not only on paper but also in practice
HIGH POINT, NC , March 24, 2004 - QuarTek International, Inc., a start-up nanotechnology company, will invest $3-4 million dollars in state-of-the-art facilities and equipment over the next 2-3 years. The company plans to hire 10 people initially at an average salary around $70,000 per year -- with plans to add another 10-20 employees.  "More ..."
Three High Point biotech companies expanding
High Point earning reputation as biotech magnet
HIGH POINT, NC , March 10, 2004 - MWG Biotech, TransTech Pharma, and PharmaCore -- three existing biotech companies in High Point -- are planning expansions. The High Point City Council will hold back-to-back public hearings on Monday, March 15, 2004, at 5:30 p.m. to consider incentives for these companies.  "More ..."
High Point’s International Home Furnishings Market is state’s largest economic development event
Estimated at over $1 billion
HIGH POINT, NC , March 4, 2004 - The semiannual International Home Furnishings Market pumps about $1.07 billion into the region’s economy, according to preliminary findings of a new economic impact report released Wednesday by the market’s organizers.  "More ..."
Citicorp picks Guilford County
HIGH POINT, NC , March 1, 2004 - Citicorp will expand its operations in Guilford County, adding 900 jobs and $35 million in investment to the region, Gov. Mike Easley announced late Monday. "It is great news for High Point and the Piedmont Triad region that Citicorp will locate its new facility here and add so many jobs," said Loren Hill, president of the High Point Economic Development Corp.  "More ..."
High Point: good relations between government & and the business community
And exceptional leadership characterized by “can-do” attitudes
HIGH POINT, NC , February 8, 2004 - High Point should build on its strengths. That's advice gleaned from a marketing plan delivered to High Point leaders last week by The Sanford Holshouser Business Development Group of Raleigh.  "More ..."
Business expands in 2003
HPEDC Annual Report unveiled
HIGH POINT, NC , February 5, 2004 - Cooperation between High Point officials and local business leaders is the community's greatest economic-development strength.  "More ..."
Globaltec opening adhesives plant
Canadian manufacturer secures site
HIGH POINT, NC , January 14, 2004 - A group of Canadian investors has signed a $1.1 million land deal in High Point, with plans to open a new adhesives manufacturing facility on the site later this month.  "More ..."
Team Emergent moving to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , January 7, 2004 - Team Emergent, specializing in the manufacturing of plastic injection molded parts, insert molded parts, and light assemblies, is leasing 36,000 square feet of space from Liberty Property Trust.  "More ..."
Kao Specialties Americas to build $13 million plant in High Point
Company to expand its production of toner binder resins used in toner for copiers, printers, and fax machines
HIGH POINT, NC , December 18, 2003 - Kao Specialties Americas LLC announced today that construction will soon begin on a new $13 million state-of-the-art polyester resin manufacturing plant at its headquarters in High Point, North Carolina. This new facility is expected to double current manufacturing capacity. Kao Specialties Americas LLC is a leading USA supplier of specialty chemicals for the reprographics, personal care, pulp and paper, agricultural, petrochemical, food / fermentation, and plastics markets.  "More ..."
City's business climate helps create more jobs
High Point officials commended for making business a top priority
HIGH POINT, NC , November 23, 2003 - John O'Leary of Thomas Built Buses, Gary Gore of Bank of America and Mary Lawton of Polo Ralph Lauren described the benefits of working in High Point and commended city officials for cooperative relations.  "More ..."
Polo Ralph Lauren adds 150 jobs
And Bank of America has 100 positions to fill
HIGH POINT, NC , November 20, 2003 - Polo Ralph Lauren has added 150 new jobs in the last six months at its High Point distribution center as part of a project to renovate 450,000 square feet of space in the Piedmont Centre facility.  "More ..."
Viewpoint Studios Continues To Grow
Combined Studio and Warehouses Leases Total 158,120 Square Feet
HIGH POINT, NC , November 17, 2003 - Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:LRY), the real estate investment trust that owns and manages more than 2.5 million square feet of office and industrial properties in North Carolina, today announced that Viewpoint Studios will expand into an additional 16,000 square feet of warehouse space to be built at Federal Ridge Business Park in High Point.  "More ..."
Package Crafters may hire 30 within year
Corrugated container maker opens facility
HIGH POINT, NC , October 31, 2003 - A father/son partnership has purchased a building in High Point and is ready to begin production of corrugated containers with hopes of employing nearly 30 employees within 12 months.  "More ..."
Western & Southern relocates to High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , October 28, 2003 - The district office of Western & Southern Financial Group has relocated to 1301 Eastchester Drive, Suite 203, High Point, NC 27265. The new office telephone number is (336) 882-4500.  "More ..."
Thomas Built Buses to showcase new plant / new bus
HIGH POINT, NC , October 15, 2003 - Thomas Built Buses is nearing completion on its $39.7 million Type C school bus manufacturing facility in High Point, N.C. Scheduled to open for pre-series production in November 2003, the 275,000 square foot plant will be the company’s center for building its all-new conventional school bus, which will be marketed as the Thomas Saf-T-Liner® C2.  "More ..."
TV show shines on local economy
Statewide public television highlights High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , October 9, 2003 - From its manufacturing roots and credentials as the furniture capital of the world to a growing role in bioscience and technology, the unique nature of High Point will be feature material tonight when WUNC-TV presents the first segment in a documentary series on North Carolina's changing economy.  "More ..."
Liberty Property Trust & Paychex break ground
Paychex to relocate to the 31,310-square foot Streamside II Class A office building in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , September 26, 2003 - Liberty Property Trust which owns and manages 2.5 million square feet of space in the Piedmont Triad, today hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction on Streamside II in High Point. When completed in the second quarter of 2004, Paychex Inc., a leading national payroll processing company  "More ..."
Carolina Container to double in size
Corrugated carton maker started in High Point in 1928
HIGH POINT, NC , August 29, 2003 - Carolina Container Co., which makes corrugated cartons for companies to use in packaging, is doubling its size in High Point by purchasing the former Continuum furniture building.  "More ..."
Market seeks grant from Golden Leaf
HIGH POINT, NC , July 31, 2003 - Furniture market organizers are asking for $250,000 in tobacco trust funds to help publicize the semiannual event.  "More ..."
Business expansions boost city's economy
HIGH POINT, NC , July 22, 2003 - The economy has been in a slump, but High Point still provides a good business climate for a broad diversity of companies.  "More ..."
Bank of America creates 350 new jobs at its Triad Center
High Point, NC , July 1, 2003 - Joined by city, county and state officials, Bank of America today announced it will immediately add up to 350 positions to support its consumer real estate loan servicing operations housed at its Triad Center in High Point.  "More ..."
OSSI chooses High Point
Liberty Property Trust sells to tech company
HIGH POINT, NC , June 19, 2003 - Liberty Property Trust today announced that it has sold a 50,000 square foot Class A office building in High Point to Open Software Solutions, Incorporated (OSSI). Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The building, located at 4000 Lifestyles Road, was built in 1991 for MASCO Home Furnishings and became known as the Lifestyles Building.  "More ..."
High Point called biotech player
Has rich mixture of researchers, labs, workers, community leaders
HIGH POINT, NC , June 5, 2003 - If its disparate communities continue to work together, the Triad has what it takes to attract more biotechnology companies, a biotechnology executive told High Point Economic Development officials Wednesday.  "More ..."
Mannington Mills Expands High Point distribution center
HIGH POINT, NC , May 6, 2003 - Mannington Mills will host an event that will serve to recognize and dedicate a 107,000-square-foot addition to the existing distribution center, which has doubled the building’s square footage. In addition, sixteen new full time employees were hired. Mannington expects more employment opportunities to become available over the next year.  "More ..."
High Point, Triad best for Fortune 500 HQ’s
High Point, NC , April 14, 2003 - The Boyd Company of Princeton, N.J., recently ranked the Greensboro / Winston-Salem / High Point metropolitan area -- which is known as the Piedmont Triad -- as the lowest cost location for Fortune 500 corporate headquarters among 30 major U.S. metropolitan areas. The Piedmont Triad, with a population of more than 1.5 million, is the nation’s 36th –largest metropolitan statistical area.  "More ..."
High Point company adds 300 jobs
HIGH POINT, NC , March 7, 2003 - A High Point company has been adding 300 new jobs to its already sizeable workforce. RMH joined the High Point business community in late 2002 when it began managing a large call center at 4336 Federal Drive in High Point’s Piedmont Centre  "More ..."
Graphic Printing Services Expands Again
HIGH POINT, NC , December 12, 2002 - Graphic Printing Services, Inc. (GPS), is again expanding and making a significant investment in High Point. The company, located at 4301 Waterleaf Court in High Point’s Piedmont Centre, is adding $4.5 million in additional printing, prepress, and finishing equipment, 15,000 square-feet of warehouse space bringing total facility space to 70,000 square-feet, and creating at least 10 additional jobs.  "More ..."
FedEx Mid-Atlantic hub is now official
Company signs 25-year lease with Airport
HIGH POINT, NC , October 11, 2002 - FedEx Corp. has signed, sealed and delivered its lease commitment to build a $300 million hub at Piedmont Triad International Airport. The 25-year lease agreement was approved by a 6-0 vote and signed Thursday by members of the Piedmont Triad Airport Authority.  "More ..."
Pharmagraphics moves world headquarters to High Point
Company prints for the health care, pharmaceutical industries
HIGH POINT, NC , October 4, 2002 - Land is being cleared for the new High Point headquarters for Pharmagraphics, a pharmaceutical and health care packaging printer. The new headquarters will be at 1072 Boulder Road, at the edge of Piedmont Centre. Pharmagraphics is expected to move into the new building by February, the company announced Thursday. Ground has been broken on the 63,000-square-foot building.  "More ..."
High Point, Piedmont Triad ranked third nationally
As “Top 40” real estate market
HIGH POINT, NC , September 4, 2002 - A leading corporate executive magazine has given the Triad its third economic vote of confidence in the past year. The August edition of Expansion Management magazine rated the Triad as having the third best real-estate market for economic development in 2002. It also was ranked third in 2001.  "More ..."
Banner Pharmacaps Expands in High Point
Will Add 100 Jobs at World Headquarters
HIGH POINT, NC , August 22, 2002 - As part of a concerted plan to increase productivity, Banner Pharmacaps has announced the consolidation of all domestic manufacturing operations at its High Point facility on Premier Drive. Banner Pharmacaps is a leader in the development and manufacture of prescription, over-the-counter pharmaceuticals, and nutritional supplements sold in softgels and Soflet™ gelcaps. The company expects to add close to 100 positions to its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in High Point, and make it the center of all domestic operations by March 31, 2003. The move entails bringing manufacturing for the firm’s nutritional division to High Point, and the closure of the Los Angeles-area plant.  "More ..."
Thomas Built Buses investing $40 million in High Point
School bus manufacturer is a DaimlerChrysler / Freightliner company
HIGH POINT, NC , June 3, 2002 - /PRNewswire/ -- Thomas Built Buses announced today its plan to invest $39.7 million to build a new school bus manufacturing plant in High Point, NC. Freightliner LLC management approved the plan pending finalization of incentives proposals offered by state and local authorities. When complete in early 2004, the plant will be the company's state-of-the-art center for building conventional-style school buses.  "More ..."
Drexel Heritage locates headquarters in High Point
Company is major domestic furniture manufacturer
HIGH POINT, NC , May 17, 2002 - The Furniture Capital of the World soon will become the headquarters for a major furnishings company. Drexel Heritage Furniture Industries Inc., a subsidiary of Furniture Brands International, will shift its corporate office from Burke County to its facility on Eastchester Drive in High Point.  "More ..."
A HIGH-TECH TRIAD:
Technology-based companies are setting up shop in High Point
HIGH POINT, NC , March 29, 2002 - Starting a life-science company outside of the Research Triangle Park proved to be a happy circumstance for Adnan Mjalli, the president and chief executive of TransTech Pharma.  "More ..."
High Point EDC cites economic diversity
City had record $330.8 million capital investment
HIGH POINT, NC , March 7, 2002 - One of High Point's biggest selling points, as touted by city officials in recent years, has been the city's level of economic diversity. The theme is clearly demonstrated in the 2001 economic report of the High Point Economic Development Corp. released Wednesday.  "More ..."
High Point EDC to Host GTCC Small Business Center
HIGH POINT, NC , January 22, 2002 - The High Point Economic Development Corporation and Guilford Technical Community College are partnering to help small businesses in High Point. The HPEDC has made office space available for the GTCC Small Business Center so that it can have an office in High Point beginning this month.  "More ..."
U.S. Economy:Southeast Businesses Lay Groundwork for Recovery
Excerpts from a Bloomberg News article
HIGH POINT, NC , December 4, 2001 - The rattle and hum of construction equipment are beginning to harmonize with the chorus of staple guns in High Point, North Carolina, the self- proclaimed ``Furniture Capital of the World.''  "More ..."
TransTech Pharma expanding third time in 2 years
Average annual salary at pharmaceutical research company is $70,000
HIGH POINT, NC , October 19, 2001 - City Council approved a $37,000 incentive package Thursday designed to help a local pharmaceutical research company expand its offices and laboratories in north High Point. TransTech Pharma, a biotech company that started in High Point in 1999 with about 12 employees, has plans to expand its 24,000-square-foot facility in Mendenhall Business Park to about 33,500 square feet. City and company officials have been working on a plan to help offset the costs for almost six months.  "More ..."