Charlotte enjoys a well-deserved reputation as a business leader. As the center of the nation's fifth largest urban region, the Queen City has the comprehensive transportation, service, support and labor resources that business require. Charlotte also brings with it another valuable advantage: the state of North Carolina. The Tar Heel State is well known for its strong commitment to business. Charlotte - the state's largest city - and its companies are both key contributors to the state's robust economy and key beneficiaries of it. Thanks to their convenient location, strong economy and progressive leadership, Charlotte and North Carolina are a strong team in today's economy. Together, they offer exceptional opportunities and unparalleled quality of life to companies that choose Charlotte for their new, expanding or relocating operations.
