NEX Connect Network
Join NEX Connect
Five quick steps. Tap the cards that fit — it takes about two minutes.
One shared picture of the local economy.
NEX Connect connects local businesses, entrepreneurs and institutions into a network that can be measured, strengthened and invested in.
Who Should Join
Who NEX Connect Is For
Everyone with a stake in the local economy has a place in the network.
Local Businesses
- Get counted in the Main Street Market Index so leaders can see your impact.
- Build capital and procurement readiness with tools made for Main Street.
Entrepreneurs
- Move from inspiration to activation with Genesis Bridge.
- Plug into mentors, resources and the people who can open doors.
Institutions & Partners
- Municipalities, universities, lenders and foundations working from one shared picture.
- Find investment-ready and bid-ready businesses in your region.
Why Join
Why Join NEX Connect?
We don't sell software. We build partnerships. Joining makes your business visible, measurable and investable.
Visibility
Your business appears on the regional map that governments, lenders and buyers actually use.
Capital Readiness
Capital Connections measures and tracks your readiness to qualify for funding.
Procurement Readiness
Bridge2Bid connects qualified suppliers with local buyers.
Real Connections
NEX Connect links businesses, entrepreneurs and institutions into one measurable network.
Economic Intelligence
See how your neighborhood economy is doing through the Neighborhood Economy Index.
Cape Fear First
The pilot starts in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties, with room to grow statewide.
How Joining Works
How to Join
Tell Us Who You Are
Pick the cards that describe you, your goals and your industry.
Get on the Map
Your business is added to the NEX Connect network and the Main Street Market Index.
Start Your Readiness Journey
The team follows up with next steps for capital, contracts or launch support.
Grow With the Network
Attend events, meet partners and track your progress over time.
Ready to Get Connected?
Better information. Better decisions. Better communities. Get your business on the map today.
Join NEX Connect