What Makes North Carolina #1 for Business?

North Carolina just clinched the top spot in CNBC’s 2025 ranking of America’s Best States for Business. That’s not just a headline, it’s a green light for professionals, investors, and companies looking for serious opportunity. But while the whole state is getting applause, let’s be real: Raleigh is where much of the magic is happening.

Whether you’re eyeing the Research Triangle Park, expanding your business, or just testing the waters of relocation, Raleigh is leading the way in talent, tech, and livability. Here’s why this city deserves your attention—and why Revisn is the perfect place to land while you explore everything it has to offer.

A Magnet for Talent and Innovation

Raleigh has become a brain gain powerhouse. CNBC’s report noted that North Carolina ranks third in the country for its influx of college-educated workers. Much of that brainpower lands right here in the Triangle, thanks to top-tier universities like NC State, Duke, and UNC-Chapel Hill. Companies know it too. Tech, biotech, and clean energy firms are expanding here fast to tap into this growing pool of talent.

If you’re a consultant, startup founder, or remote-first worker, moving to this kind of environment can be incredibly strategic. Raleigh gives you the connections and the momentum to grow your career or business.

Infrastructure That Works for Business (and for You)

Raleigh is as functional as it is smart. With steady infrastructure investment, a growing airport, and transit options like the downtown R-Line (recently back in service), getting around is easy whether you’re commuting to meetings or exploring after hours. Plus, downtown Raleigh offers the best of both worlds—modern amenities wrapped in Southern charm.

That balance is what makes Revisn such a standout. Our fully furnished executive apartments are situated in the heart of the action, just steps from restaurants, shops, and nightlife. You get all the energy of downtown without sacrificing comfort or convenience.

A Soft Landing for a Bold Move

Raleigh may be booming, but making a big career or business move still comes with a lot of unknowns. Where will you live? Will your short-term stay feel like home? How do you keep your routines intact while you settle in?

That’s where Revisn comes in. Our all-inclusive, fully serviced apartments are designed to make transitions smooth, whether you’re staying for a few weeks or a few months. Think hotel-level service with the space and feel of a modern apartment. Utilities, Wi-Fi, premium furnishings, even weekly cleaning—it’s all taken care of.

So if CNBC’s #1 ranking has you thinking about your next move, start with Raleigh. And start with Revisn. We’ll help you hit the ground running in a city that’s built for what’s next.