CIRE

Welcome

The Center for Industry Research and Engagement performs high-quality applied research in business practice, drawing on the expertise of the faculty of the Bryan School of Business and Economics. Our goal is to use sound and objective research to serve the Triad community and to assist in the sustainable development of our region.

Custom Research & Business Consulting 

The Bryan School’s faculty conduct applied research that helps organizations make better decisions, identify opportunities, and address complex challenges. Through the Center for Industry Research and Engagement (CIRE) and faculty-led projects, we partner with companies to deliver objective, evidence-based analysis. 

• Faculty-led research and consulting projects
• Market, customer, workforce, and operational analysis
• AI and business innovation initiatives
• Economic impact studies and industry-specific research
• Student-faculty project teams that bring fresh perspectives to complex challenges 

Helpful Links

Economic Development Organizations

• Piedmont Triad Partnership
• High Point Economic Development Corporation
• Winston-Salem Business, Inc.
• Downtown Greensboro, Inc.
• Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership
• Action Greensboro
• Piedmont Triad Research Park
• Gateway University Research Park
• East Market Street Development Corporation
• Small Business and Technology Development Center
• Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship

Economic and Business Data

• North Carolina Economic Data
• State of North Carolina
• Economagic’s Economic Data
• Wells Fargo Economic Commentary

Regional Media

• The Business Journal of the Triad
• Greensboro News & Record
• High Point Enterprise
• Winston-Salem Journal

Contact Us

Dr. Erick T. Byrd
Director, Center for Business and Economic Research
Associate Professor
(336) 334-4471
etbyrd@uncg.edu