ABOUT US

GCEDA: The Alliance Behind the Greensboro-High Point Advantage

The Guilford County Economic Development Alliance (GCEDA) brings together the full strength of Greensboro, High Point and Guilford County to help companies find their edge in North Carolina’s most connected and competitive region. We make growth possible by aligning local government, business leaders and economic development partners to support companies that want to invest, expand and succeed here.

Greensboro-High Point is where business gets done. GCEDA helps make that possible by guiding companies through site selection, incentives, talent solutions and community partnerships. Our team works directly with employers to turn opportunity into action and to ensure Guilford County remains a place where industries thrive.

WHAT WE DO

GCEDA provides coordinated support for companies that are locating or expanding in Greensboro-High Point and Guilford County. We:

  • Assist with site evaluation and due diligence
  • Guide companies through incentives and local approvals
  • Connect employers with workforce programs and talent pipelines
  • Support expansions and retention across key industries
  • Promote the region to national and global audiences
  • Strengthen community prosperity through strategic economic development

OUR TEAM

Brent Christensen
President & CEO
Greensboro Chamber
336-387-8303
bchristensen@greensboro.org

Peter Bishop
Director
High Point Economic Development
336-883-3385
Peter.bishop@highpointnc.gov

Marvin J. Price
Executive Vice President
Greensboro Chamber
336-387-8310
mprice@greensboro.org

Brent Christensen
President & CEO
Greensboro Chamber
336-387-8303
bchristensen@greensboro.org

Tristan Bailey
Manager
High Point Economic Development
336-883-3330
Tristan.bailey@highpointnc.gov

Meridith Berger
Existing Industry Services
Greensboro Chamber
336-387-8329
mberger@greensboro.org

Brantley Craft
Manager
High Point Economic Development
336-883-3370
Brantley.craft@highpointnc.gov

Melissa Smith
Workforce Development
Greensboro Chamber
336-387-8309
msmith@greensboro.org