“Century is a minority owned business that provides customized and innovative cleaning tools, safety supplies and recycled paper programs. Our goal has always been and continues to be to help our partners provide clean and safe environments while improving operational and labor efficiencies.”
“Greensboro is a gateway to entrepreneurial opportunity and provides the ideal location for our business to support both our local and global customers.”
“The Scullion Strategy Group specializes in bringing new innovations to market in the animal and human health industries.
We build custom teams of experts to evaluate new product opportunities, develop products through EPA, FDA or USDA approval and can help companies find commercial partners to successfully launch these new products.”
“There are 2 areas where the GSO Chamber has really helped me. The first is simply having a support system for advice or guidance if I needed it. That was very important to me in my early years starting a new business. The second is the fantastic facilities I have available to me to host client meetings or internal meetings. We are a virtual company with a team of 30+ consultants in the US, CA and EU, but with a 1/4 of the team is based in NC, having the ability to meet in person at the GSO Chamber offices downtown for critical project meetings or sharing our final presentations in person with are clients have been extremely valuable.”
“I have been a greater Greensboro resident since 2001 and built my career and family here, so when I started this consulting business it made sense to build it in the community that I knew well and with other Greensboro and RTP based-collaborators in my industry.”
“Encompass Solutions, Inc. is a business management and software consulting firm that specializes in ERP systems, EDI, and Managed Services. We work with US-based Manufacturing and Distribution businesses. With focus on serving small and medium-sized businesses since 2001, Encompass provides the tools and technology necessary to modernize operations and automates processes. Whether undertaking the full-scale implementation of new technologies and processes or renovation of existing systems, Encompass provides a specialized approach to every client’s needs. By identifying customer requirements and addressing them with the right solutions, we ensure our clients are equipped to match the pace of industry.”
“Business during COVID-19 has been interesting, to say the least. Initially, it seemed like everything ground to a halt and we were wading in the doldrums. With business as usual out of the question, few were offering concrete plans on how to proceed.
Shut down was the phrase on most people’s minds. Fortunately, this was a temporary state. As businesses evaluated what needed to change, we have been able to offer useful guidance and solutions for manufacturers and distributors all over the country.
Most recently, we have experienced an increase in new customers as part of their strategy to invest in ERP solutions now, so they can scale as things resume.
In an effort to address the requirement of smaller businesses needing ERP that is up and running more quickly, we developed a rapid implementation methodology. It adapts smoothly to a remote workforce and utilizes low/no travel consulting for the duration of the project.
Our Managed Services practice has been heavily utilized by customers, as well. With that, we are providing outsourced staffing in key office positions to supplement reductions in workforce.”
“Greensboro has been a longstanding center for manufacturing and distribution. Many of our senior staff were directly employed in these industries prior to joining Encompass. The area was known and we already had many potential clients who knew us and knew we could provide value to their their businesses. The practice has grown significantly over the last 20 years, which reaffirms we made the right choice.
As Greensboro continues to develop, we grow alongside it by making stronger connections and new relationships within our community. The Chamber has played a big part in that process. Many of our staff are active beyond our business membership with the organization and participate as volunteers, community leaders, and ambassadors.”
Encompass company dinner – November 2018
“Vivial is a Hyperlocal Digital Marketing Company. We do Reputation Management, Social Media Marketing, Search Directory Optimization, Live Shoot Online Video, Online Display / ReTargeting, Build Websites, Specialize in Search Engine Optimization & Search Engine Marketing (Paid Ads on Google).”
“Vivial is keeping COVID-19 top of mind. In order to keep everyone safe, our offices are closed until at least Labor Day. We are all working from home. We have offered our customers Double the SEO Hours, Discounted the Online Display Network and offered our clients to pause their marketing if their businesses are closed due to COVID-19. The company is by far the most Customer Service oriented company I have been privileged to work with.”
“Our company has had a local office in Greensboro for decades. Vivial is over 100 yrs old. We started as a Yellowpage Company.”
“Crossroads: Pathways to Success offers FREE workshops every other Saturday from 12pm-3:30pm during the academic school year on the following topics:
College Preparation Information (applications, financial aid, student life)
Impression management
Interview Skills
Dressing for Success
Proper Rules of Etiquette
Community Service
Technology trends in the 21st Century
Full Court Basketball Fitness
Community Service Events”
“Since the COVID-19 pandemic, Crossroads has had workshops via Zoom with the students in the program. These workshops have consisted of topics such as virtual college tours, guest speakers, and group discussions on various current events.”
“The founders of the organization grew up in Greensboro and after graduating from college they wanted to do something positive for the community that they grew up in. Both founders had tutored students while in college and based Crossroads on the same fundamentals they used to tutor students.”
“Xtern Software is a nearly 20-year-old software company, located entirely in Greensboro. Our specialty is software that businesses use internally — that is, software that the business itself uses and not what customers see. For example, we build a lot of databases for furniture companies, which they use to track their inventory, customize product orders, generate invoices, etc. We work with all sorts of companies, including non-profits and startups. And we also build websites, mobile apps, and train on digital marketing. “
“We have deep roots in Greensboro — some grew up here, some attended school here, and some are raising their families here. Greensboro is a great place for a small, entrepreneurial software company like ours. We have access to lots of talented young professionals given the number of colleges and universities in town, and there are a variety of organizations committed to fueling small business growth. .”
“We do all of our development on-site and are proud to share our newest product, HarmonyB2B. Right now, people are shopping online a lot. And many businesses have B2B websites that weren’t designed effectively. So we built a product that creates speedy and secure websites. The best thing about HarmonyB2B is that the content can be used on websites, mobile apps, digital kiosks, dealer portals, and more. The product can also be used for B2C or to create simple marketing websites. In fact, we just put our *own* website on HarmonyB2B.
We are family-owned and were recently honoredby the Triad Business Journal. We work with businesses that manufacture everything from jewelry to boats, along with nonprofits and startups. We’d like to offer local businesses and nonprofits the opportunity to learn how to transition their business online with a free, 45-minute consultation with our president, Keir Davis. As far back as 1996, Keir was setting up businesses to sell online, with secure sites that accepted credit cards. He’s savvy about the ecommerce world and wants to help fellow Greensboro businesses through this tough time.
If you are interested in setting up time to chat with Keir (no sales pitch, only advice), email emilyl@xternsoftware.com.”
