Launch Your Business
Ready to build something of your own? Starting a business in Surry County isn't just possible—it's actually set up for you to succeed. Between free business counseling, affordable commercial space, strong referral networks, and a community that genuinely supports local businesses, you've got advantages here that would cost you tens of thousands of dollars elsewhere.
Businesses Thriving Here
What Works Well in Surry County
Success Stories
Entrepreneurs Who Made It Work
"The Small Business Center Saved Me Thousands. They Helped Me Write My Business Plan, Connect With A Lender, And Avoid Expensive Mistakes. I'm Profitable In Year Two Because I Had Good Guidance From The Start."
Success Stories
Entrepreneurs Who Made It Work
"The 'Buy Into Surry' Thing Is Real. I Opened My Shop Downtown, And The Chamber Did A Ribbon Cutting. Local Businesses Referred Customers To Me Before I Even Officially Opened. The Community Genuinely Supports You Here."
— Kevin, Retail Shop Owner
Success Stories
Entrepreneurs Who Made It Work
"I Can Access Charlotte Clients In 90 Minutes But Run My Business At A Fraction Of The Cost. My Employees Love Living Here, So Retention Is High. Strategic Location Is Everything."
— Sarah, Manufacturing Business Owner
Success Stories
Entrepreneurs Who Made It Work
"I Moved My Consulting Business From Raleigh To Mount Airy And My Profit Margins Increased Immediately. My Office Rent Dropped From $600 To $200 At InterWorks, My Cost Of Living Dropped 40%, And I Could Offer My Team Better Quality Of Life. We're Growing Faster Here Than We Ever Could Have In The City."
Networking & Business Support
What Works Well in Surry County
Coworking Offices
What They Offer:
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Flexible desk memberships – Use as needed
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Dedicated desks – Your own desk in shared space
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Private offices – Lockable office space for teams
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Meeting rooms – Book for client meetings or calls
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High-speed internet – Enterprise-level connectivity
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Professional amenities – Printer, scanner, kitchen, coffee
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Community – Network with other entrepreneurs and professionals
Go-To Resources
for Starting or Growing a Business
Blake Moyer
President, Surry County Economic Development Partnership
190 Virginia Street,
Mt. Airy NC 27030
PO BOX 7128
Lesa C. Hensley
Director, Small Business Center
Surry Community College
SBC@InterWORKS
190 Virginia Street
Mt. Airy, NC 27030