For more than 150 years, many companies have found success in Alamance County.  The benefits of the Haw River and North Carolina Railroad led to the development of the textile industry starting in 1837 with the leadership of the Holt family, owning 22 cotton mills, which became Burlington Industries.  Now more than 5,000 businesses and approximately 300 diverse industries in manufacturing, services, and distribution call Alamance County home.  The prevailing, growing, and accessible location in North Carolina and the eastern United States makes Alamance County a community of choice.  

If you are interested in relocating or expanding your company here, you can communicate with the Alamance County Area Chamber of Commerce’s economic development effort for assistance.  View a list of the Major Employers, International Firms, Headquarter companies, and other relevant documents for companies already operating in the area.