What Carla Franklin Is Fighting For ?
Carla Franklin is fighting for a safer, more prosperous Guilford where every neighborhood has access to strong public safety, good-paying jobs, and reliable city services that uplift families and strengthen our community.
A proven leader. A voice for Guilford.
Carla brings decades of experience in business, tech, and public service to her campaign for Guilford County Commissioner. As a mother, entrepreneur, and advocate, she’s ready to lead with heart and action.
Working for You, Fighting for Guilford County
Community Safety
Supporting police and addressing root causes of crime through mental health and addiction services.
Economic Growth
Creating middle-class jobs by attracting tech companies and innovation to Guilford.
Quality Education
Investing in schools and after-school programs to give every child a strong start.
Affordable Housing
Promoting housing solutions that work for families of all income levels.
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Born and raised in Greensboro, Carla Franklin first left the city for college at Duke University. Post graduation, she ended up working as a programmer and then in the world of consulting. After getting married and living in New York for 12 years, Franklin and her husband moved back to Greensboro.
“I found that they couldn’t instruct him well, I had to pull him out. His private school was able to teach him. He’s actually reading, and doing math at a second grade level. He’s starting to talk. He is making progress he could never make in Guilford County Schools,” said Franklin, Executive Director of Mothers of Color for School Choice.
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