Center for Entrepreneurial Development
The Triangle
CED companies outperform their non-CED peers. In 2025, we learned that they raise 4.8x more capital , complete 3.6x more funding rounds , and have a 2.1x higher Dealroom signal . Our interdependent ecosystem of startups, investors and supportive community partners is bringing visionary ideas to life across North Carolina
We’re changing the trajectory of the startup ecosystem in North Carolina, making it one of the best places to build a high-growth company in the US. Read more about what we accomplished and our next investments in this latest report.
Meet the dynamic team serving North Carolina’s innovation economy. Get to know our people here.
Meet the dedicated founders, operators, investors, and business community members who champion our work and make us stronger.
Your investment and partnership propel North Carolina forward and allow innovation to thrive.
Programs
- GRO Incubator
- Strength in Numbers
- Workshops
cednc.org
