The Future of Medtech
The Nation’s Newest Life Sciences Hub.
The Charlotte Region has established itself as the nation’s newest life sciences hub, with medtech poised to be its next frontier. Anchored by The Pearl innovation district and a cost-competitive environment, the region supports companies from early-stage startups to commercial manufacturers.
life sciences companies
manufacturing & health care workforce
average cheaper operating costs than traditional life sciences hubs
“Big enough to do great things. Small enough to have a sense of community.”
Eugene A. Woods
Chief Executive Officer of Advocate HealthThe Pearl: Charlotte’s innovation district
The Pearl unites leading medical education, pioneering research, and innovators in health tech and life sciences — driving collaboration, economic growth, and solutions for Charlotte and beyond.
The Pearl
REGIONAL ADVANTAGES
The Charlotte Region’s life sciences companies span a diverse industry mix, with the strongest concentrations in medical device manufacturing, small molecule pharmaceuticals, nutrition and nutraceuticals, and contract manufacturing. With close proximity to the renowned Research Triangle Park, the Charlotte Region offers a unique opportunity to translate research into production at costs well below traditional life sciences markets. Companies benefit from a multimodal logistics network anchored by the seventh busiest airport in the world, connecting them to suppliers, partners, and customers with speed and efficiency.
life sciences companies
suppliers and service providers
One of the fastest-growing regions in the country, the Charlotte Region offers a deep and expanding talent base. Ten community colleges and UNC Charlotte produce graduates across manufacturing, biology, and chemistry, creating talent ranging from process technicians to automation engineers. Concentrations in chemical and precision manufacturing further strengthen the pipeline for life sciences recruitment in Charlotte.
life sciences workforce
higher education institutions providing training programs specific to life sciences
The Charlotte Region offers a diverse set of research & testing organizations, from universities to materials and food innovation centers to the nation’s newest innovation district.
is a rapidly-growing ecosystem of startups and surgical technology companies. Its connectivity to Atrium Health’s care network and patient base offers a rare combination of research access and real-world application.
is a 350-acre scientific campus focused on innovations in biotechnology, nutrition, and health research.
is a specialized research center focused on the intersection of genomics, environmental health, and artificial intelligence.
is headquartered in Charlotte and is the nation’s most inclusive, streamlined clinical trial network.
The strength of the Charlotte Region’s life sciences sector lies in its existing companies who are shaping the future of the industry.
$1 billion
$177 million
$30 million expansion
