The most powerful location to develop, relocate, and retain a superior workforce.

Campus Ridge Rd, Matthews, NC 28105

Welcome to Acceleration, a world-class Advanced Manufacturing Campus located in the community of Matthews, North Carolina. The 200-acre campus is on Charlotte’s I-485 belt loop, one of the Southeast’s largest and most vibrant metropolitan areas.

North Carolina offers an advanced manufacturing workforce without equal anywhere in the United States. Setting the national standard for business development, the state consistently scores in the top five in key areas, such as skilled labor, economy and technology. In fact, the Carolinas rank as the most manufacturing-friendly region in the U.S.

The quality of life in the Charlotte area is unmatched, and features an exceptionally favorable cost-of-living. With award-winning restaurants and nightspots, professional and collegiate sports, museums and cultural attractions, a variety of shopping and entertainment venues, and convenient access to the mountains and coast, it’s annually recognized as one of “The Best Places to Live” by U.S. News & World Report.

As a global financial center and the region’s premier logistics hub, the Queen City also offers some of the most attractive business amenities in North America. Notably, it is home to Charlotte-Douglas International, a world top-10 most connected airport that provides non-stop service to more than 180 domestic destinations and over 35 countries.

But for businesses, what truly sets our location apart is people. The superior workforce and talent development resources available locally provide a comprehensive mix of skills and capabilities that fuel the investments being made by smart companies. The advantage is staggering when it comes to attracting and training highly-qualified employees. The fully accredited Central Piedmont Community College is right next door. And six R1-level research universities are located within a 125-mile radius.

Welcome to the Acceleration Advanced Manufacturing Campus. If talent fuels your business, we can and will deliver. Learn more about us here.