Durham Economic Development

We are a program of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce. Our mission is to create and sustain a healthy economic climate for the Durham community by coordinating economic development efforts and activities between businesses and State, County, City, and other local officials and entities. Durham Economic Development is the premier conduit for business connections and economic growth in Durham County. With a robust talent pipeline, a thriving ecosystem of technology, life sciences, manufacturing, and other industries, spanning Research Triangle Park, Durham is the ideal place to grow your business. We are an agent of Durham County and the City of Durham. As such, we are the lead entity for economic development in Durham. We perform all the following and more.