Winston quickly established itself as a major producer of textiles, furniture and tobacco products. In 1875, Richard Joshua Reynolds moved here from Virginia to start a tobacco factory, and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company was born. Winston-Salem, located in Forsyth County , is part of the Piedmont Triad, an area which also encompasses Greensboro to the east and High Point to the south. The city continues to accommodate increasing demands for municipal services while maintaining a strong financial condition. Winston-Salem joins only a handful of cities in the U.S. with a AAA rating.
Career opportunities are bright here.
Winston-Salem actively recruits business and industry through an aggressive economic development program. A community development plan called Common Vision is spearheaded by a very involved group of government and business leaders. Each year, thousands of visitors from around the world return home with pleasant memories of Winston-Salem's rich offerings. Our city is filled with friendly people who make it their mission to serve you with our well-known Southern hospitality. Winston-Salem has superb convention facilities and overnight accommodations as well as diverse historical sites, tourist attractions, and recreational facilities.