Residential Real Estate

How to be Resilient and Adapt to Shifting Economic Conditions

The notion of resiliency has been tossed around a lot, particularly in light of the challenges that most entrepreneurs and businesses have experienced as a result of the pandemic.  The word ...

Ea Ruth - Cape Fear REALTORS® | Aug 24, 2022
Technology

Wide Open Tech Awarded Top Software Developers 2022 by Clutch

We're honored to receive another award from Clutch, a platform of in-depth client reviews, data-driven content, and vetted market leaders. Our team has spent the last 20 years perfecting our proce ...

Mel Beasley - Wide Open Tech | Aug 23, 2022
Insightful Discussions

10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy Storms

This article is authored by Rick Jones, Service Department Manager, Highland Roofing Company. It’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especia ...

David Grandey - Highland Roofing Company | Aug 23, 2022
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The Governing Documents of an HOA: What Boards and Owners Need to Know

Homeowners associations (HOAs) are a vital part of many neighborhoods as they provide benefits to their residents, including maintaining common areas, enforcing rules and regulations, and ensuring tha ...

Mike Stonestreet - CAMS (Community Association Management Services) | Aug 19, 2022
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Simplifying An Estate by Living & Dying Debt-Free

As a possible recession looms over the American economy, financial planners often tout the same advice: reduce debts and cut spending.  That advice resonates with estate planning attorneys ...

Insights On - | Aug 19, 2022
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What is a Last Will and Testament?

Proper estate planning includes the creation of multiple documents including a Last Will and Testament.  A Last and Will and Testament is important for making sure that your loved ones are take ...

Insights On - | Aug 19, 2022
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What Do I Need to Know Before I Make My Will?

Generally, an estate plan starts with a discussion of where you want your assets to go after you pass away.  Most people have a general idea of who they want to have their property after they p ...

Insights On - | Aug 19, 2022
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Inflation Reduction Act: A BFD for Medicare Beneficiaries

What feels like 100 years ago, when in my early 20s, I had my first “big” job working in the state office of Senator Joe Lieberman. I handled health and human services issues, which means ...

Michealle Gady - Atromitos | Aug 18, 2022
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Genesis Block Automating Supply Chain Resiliency: What is DiCE?

Genesis Block is honored to have been selected by the Diversity in Clean Energy (DiCE) Coalition to build an online platform that promotes diverse-owned businesses in the clean energy industry. The pu ...

Girard Newkirk - Genesis Block | Aug 18, 2022
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Genesis Block Academy Launches September 2022

Genesis Block is announcing the launch of the Genesis Block Academy in September 2022. The mission of Genesis Block is to build the entrepreneur class and the launch of the Genesis Block Academy enabl ...

Girard Newkirk - Genesis Block | Aug 18, 2022
Other

How to Remove “I Can’t Retire” From Your Planning Mindset

There’s a big difference between not wanting to retire and not being able to retire. Even business owners who intend to die at their desks can appreciate the safety net of financi ...

Dallas Romanowski - Cornerstone Business Advisors | Aug 17, 2022
Other

Quarter-cent Sales Tax For Public Transportation in New Hanover County

When ballot boxes open for the upcoming 2022 elections, our community will be asked to answer a question – Is improved mobility and access to public transportation something our citizens have a ...

Chris Coudriet - New Hanover County Government | Aug 17, 2022
Other

The Latest Solar Scams and What You Can Do to Help Stop Them

Solar is a popular home and business improvement. There are many reasons to go solar today—saving on electricity costs, taking advantage of the current federal tax credit, and helping the enviro ...

Robert Parker - Cape Fear Solar Systems | Aug 16, 2022
Other

What Homeowners Wish They Knew Before Becoming Landlords

It’s all but guaranteed that most homeowners, at one point or another, have thought about or seriously considered becoming landlords. After all, they know how to maintain their home, pay their m ...

Dave Sweyer - Sweyer Property Management | Aug 15, 2022
Other

Is this a Recession?

This article is contributed by Davis Byrd, Financial Planning Associate.  Are we in a recession? What technically is a recession? These two questions have gripped economists, academics, and po ...

John B Zachary - Pathfinder Wealth Consulting | Aug 12, 2022
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The Role of the Community Manager: Responsibilities and Benefits

Community managers are an important part of homeowners' associations (HOAs). They are responsible for a wide variety of duties that keep the community running smoothly. While some people might thi ...

Mike Stonestreet - CAMS (Community Association Management Services) | Aug 9, 2022
Commercial Real Estate

How to Build for Tomorrow, Today

To explain our tagline, you must start with our humble beginnings. Brawley was founded right here in Wilmington in 1992. And for the past 30 years, Brawley has been right here. During this time, w ...

Insights On - | Aug 8, 2022
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Good to Grow: Compliance and Cultural Considerations for Small Businesses

Growing a company looks different or every small business owner but hiring and keeping the right employees are consistent challenges. Each step from a small, like-minded group of collabora ...

Insights On - | Aug 8, 2022
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Surpassing Incompetence and Going Beyond

If you own a growing business you will recognize this cycle …. Growth spurt … oh no, I have no idea how to run a business at this level …try a lot of things that don’t work ...

Reggie Shropshire - ActionCOACH | Aug 8, 2022
Other

Love Can’t Be Blind: Preparing for a Business Transfer to Children or Insiders

Successful business owners do a lot of things well, and they make it look easy. This is often a sign of well-running processes and years of discipline. However, it can also be a trap for successful bu ...

Dallas Romanowski - Cornerstone Business Advisors | Aug 3, 2022
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Cape Fear Collective

, Cape Fear Collective
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Jeffrey Bourk

A.A.E., Airport Director , Wilmington International Airport
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Senior Vice President - Wealth Management Financial Advisor, UBS Decision Point Wealth Consulting
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Owner & Director, School of Learning Arts
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President and CEO, New Hanover Regional Medical Center
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Andy Basinger

Managing Director, Live Oak Private Wealth
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Rob Beale

Vice President, Carolinas Division, W.M. Jordan Company
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Mel Beasley

Creative Director, Wide Open Tech
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Suzanne Black

NC Coastal Associate State Director for Advocacy and Community Outreach, AARP
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Dick Blouse

Interim President, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
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Cassidy Boone

Broker / REALTOR®, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Carolina Premier Properties
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Lannin Braddock

Broker & COO/Co-Founder, The Braddock Group, LLC
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Laura Bransfield

Owner, Summerfield Custom Wellness
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Katie Braskett

Director of Marketing, MegaCorp Logistics
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Becky Brown

Owner, KBT Realty
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Will Brown

Owner, Will Brown Insurance Agency LLC
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Bo Burch

Chief Executive Officer, Human Capital Solutions, Inc.
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Robert Burrus

Dean , Cameron School of Business - UNC-Wilmington
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President & CEO, Majestic Kitchen & Bath Creations
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Rosalie Calarco

Associate State Director, Coastal Region, AARP
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Jaron Cayton

President, Team Logic IT
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Marty Cayton

President & Owner, TeamLogic IT of Wilmington & Fayetteville
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Michelle Clark

Realtor/Broker, Intracoastal Realty
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Derek Cohen

Senior Vice President of Commercial Banking , Bank of America Merrill Lynch
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Bill Coleman

Managing Director and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Live Oak Private Wealth
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Chris Coudriet

County Manager, New Hanover County Government
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Thom Cross

General Manager, MarineMax Wrightsville Beach
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Katherine Daniel

Principal & Founder , Montani Consulting
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Robin Davis

Director of Operations and Member Experience, Corning Credit Union (CCU)
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Sabrina Davis

President and Owner, Port City Signs & Graphics
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Steve DeBiasi

Chief Executive Officer, OrthoWilmington
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John Devaney

Chief Executive Officer, Cape Fear Clinic
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Rob Duggan

Director of Technology Risk Advisory Services , Earney & Company
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Mike Duncan

CEO and Creative Director, Sage Island
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Karen Durda

President, Enrolled Agent, Century Accounting and Tax Services, Inc.
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Director of Communications, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Cee Edwards

President/General Manager , Markraft Cabinets, Inc
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Jim Ellis

Vice President, Account Director, Signal
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Tyson Emery

Owner, KBT Realty
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Natalie English

President & CEO, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
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Kelly Erola

Chief Medical Officer, Lower Cape Fear LifeCare
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Jeffrey Feldstein

Regional Manager and Claims Representative, Metro Public Adjustment
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Lindy Ford

Registered Dietitian and Owner, Lindy Ford Nutrition & Wellness, LLC
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Michealle Gady

Board of Directors Member & Chairwoman, Fund Development Committee, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Michealle Gady

Founder and President , Atromitos
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Craig S. Galbraith

Executive Director of the UNCW Research Foundation, UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Kara Gansmann

Attorney, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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Anne Gardner

CEO, Cape Fear REALTORS®
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Robbie Garner

President and CEO, Atlantic Computer Services
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Deedee Gasch

Attorney, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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Chris George

Senior Vice President , PNC Bank
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Kelly Goss Sechrist

Chairwoman of the Fund Development Committee, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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David Grandey

Sales and Marketing Manager, Highland Roofing Company
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David Grange

President and CEO , Osprey Global Solutions
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Gary Greene

President, Greene Resources, Inc.
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June Gunter

Co-Founder and CEO, TeachingHorse
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Catherine Hanley

Vice President & Head of Marketing, Alcami
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Charles Hardy

Founding Dean and Professor, UNCW College of Health and Human Services
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Mike Harrington

CEO & Owner, Carolina Retreats
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Tony Harrington

2020 President, Cape Fear REALTORS®
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Creighton Hayworth

Associate Financial Advisor, Ameriprise Financial
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Ron Hewett

Facilitator , Academy Leadership
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Michael Higgins

Family Service Manager, Dignity Memorial
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Dave Hoff

Chief Operating Officer and Executive VP of Leadership Development, EASI Consult
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Denver Hollingsworth

Director of Marketing, Epproach Communications
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Daniel Hughes

Senior Fiduciary Advisor and Co-Director of Operations, Live Oak Private Wealth
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Bill Hunter

President & Creative Director, Wilmington Design Company
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Jeff James

Chief Executive Officer, Wilmington Health
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Neal Johnson

Licensed Real Estate Broker , Network Real Estate
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Scott Johnson

Chairman, Cape Fear Economic Development Council (CFEDC)
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Frank Jolley

Managing Director and Co-Chief Investment Officer, Live Oak Private Wealth
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Chris Jones

Managing Partner, Green Dot Heating & Air
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Rob Kaiser

Publisher, Greater Wilmington Business Journal
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Connor Keller

Managing Director, Live Oak Private Wealth
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Patrick Kelly

Family Service Manager, Dignity Memorial
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PJ Kelly

Vice President, Logan Homes
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Fred Kumpel

Owner, Strickland's Home
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Lisa Leath

SHRM-SCP, President, Leath HR Group
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Corey Lewis

Founder, Owner and President, Cape Fear Jobs
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Geoffrey Losee

Partner, Rountree Losee LLP
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JC Lyle

Executive Director, Wilmington Area Rebuilding Ministry
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Alexandra Lysik

Agency Owner, Cavik Insurance
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Connie Majure-Rhett

Former President and CEO , Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
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Joe Marston

President, Wilmington Winlectric
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John Martin

Professional Liability and Medical Malpractice Defense Attorney, CSH Law
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Vanessa Marttinen

Founder, American Marketeur
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Chris McAbee

Owner of Wilmington Performance Lab, Live Oak Bank Wellness Coordinator, Wilmington Performance Lab
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David McGowan, III

Executive Director , N.C. Petroleum Council; American Petroleum Institute-NC
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Randy McIntyre

Partner, McIntyre, Paradis, Wood & Co.
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Kevin McKoy

Broker, Network Real Estate

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Retiree and Member of the UWCFA Campaign Cabinet , United Way of the Cape Fear Area
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Heather McWhorter

Director, UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Patrick Mincey

Criminal Defense Attorney, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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Caroline Montgomery

Tax Manager, Partner, Adam Shay CPA, PLLC
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Merrette Moore

Managing Partner, Tidewater Investment Company
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Founder and Chairman, The Forté Institute, LLC
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Jim Morton

President, Cape Fear Community College
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Chris Nelson

President, United Way of the Cape Fear Area
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Girard Newkirk

Co-founder & CEO , Genesis Block
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Eddie Nowell

President, South Atlantic Capital Management Group
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Russell Nugent

Attorney, The Humphries Law Firm
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Michael Olender

State Director, AARP North Carolina
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Andrew Olsen

Elder Law Attorney, CSH Law
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Shaun Olsen

Founder, CloudWyze
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Robert Parker

COO, Cape Fear Solar Systems
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Lee Patterson

Director of communications, Wells Fargo Championship
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Paul Patterson

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management Financial Advisor, UBS Decision Point Wealth Consulting
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Erin Payne

Director of Fund Development , Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Alan Perry

President, Perry’s Emporium
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Alan Perry

President, The Wedding Dress Shoppe
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Alyce Phillips

Marketing Director, Old North State Trust LLC
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Gabrielle Plumez

People and Culture Consultant, Leath HR Group
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Jessie Powell

CEO, Wide Open Tech
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W. Grayson Powell

Broker, Managing Partner, Coldwell Banker Commercial SunCoast
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Sherri Pridgen

2019 President, Cape Fear REALTORS®
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Kirk Pugh

Broker and Realtor, KBT Realty
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Julie Rehder

Marketing and Public Relations Administrator, The Davis Community
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Robert Rickert

Founder/President, Robert J. Rickert, CPA, PC
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Jim Roberts

Executive Director, UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Lauren Rogers

ESL Program Director, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Dallas Romanowski

Managing Partner, Cornerstone Business Advisors
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Kandra Romeo

Director of Community Relations , Excite Credit Union
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Jon Rosborough

Airport Director, ILM
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Ea Ruth

2022 President, Cape Fear REALTORS®
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Danielle Saintard Valiente

Board Member, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Dane Scalise

General Counsel , GriffinEstep Benefit Group
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Devon Scott

Founder, Solutions Engineer, Blue Fission Enterprise Technology
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Al Sharp

Project Director, FOCUS
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R. Todd Shaver

Doctor of Chiropractic , Shaver Chiropractic & Natural Medicine
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Adam Shay

Managing Partner, Adam Shay CPA, PLLC
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Earl Sheridan

Councilman, City of Wilmington
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Reggie Shropshire

Business Coach, ActionCOACH
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Brooke Skipper

Co-Owner, Salt Air
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Ryan Skuce

Partner, Earney & Company, LLP
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Beck Smith

Consultant, GriffinEstep Benefit Group
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Colin F. Smith

President, The Retirement Company
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Donis Smith

Senior Vice President – Wealth Management, UBS Decision Point Wealth Consulting
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Drew Smith

Director of Communications, Copiers Plus
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Dani Somers

Assistant Director of Admissions, North Carolina Wesleyan
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Steve Spain

Executive Director, Cape Fear Habitat For Humanity
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Cindy Stancil

President , Liberty Senior Living Management Services, LLC
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Joey Stone

General Manager and Vice President , Teleco

Sarah Stone

Director of Retail Experience, Excite Credit Union
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Sarah Stone

Director of Retail Experience, Excite Credit Union
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Mike Stonestreet

Co-Owner/Founder, CAMS (Community Association Management Services)
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Patrick Stoy

Mortgage Consultant/Owner, Market Consulting Mortgage
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Dave Sweyer

Owner and Broker, Sweyer Property Management
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Tommy Taylor

CEO, United Way
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Kyle Thorpe

Vice President of Operations, Infinity Payment Systems
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Yasmin Tomkinson

Executive Director, Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Jeremy Tomlinson

Owner, Enfuse Technology Solutions
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Benton Toups

Attorney, Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP
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Brett Tushingham

CFP®, CCFS®, Managing Member & CCO, Tushingham Wealth Strategies
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Neil Underwood

Partner, Canapi Ventures
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Ron Vetter

Associate Provost of Research, Dean of the Graduate School, University of North Carolina Wilmington
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Aswani Volety

Dean, UNCW College of Arts and Sciences
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Richard Walsh

Director, Swain Center for Executive Education & Economic Development
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Jade Watts

Digital Marketing Manager, MegaCorp Logistics
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Jonathan Weiss

Managing Partner, City Club of Wilmington, LLC
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Margaret Weller-Stargell

President and CEO , Coastal Horizons Center, Inc
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Christy West

Co-Owner, Roof Rescue of Wilmington LLC/Roof Maxx
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Jason Wheeler

CEO, Pathfinder Wealth Consulting
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Lynn Whitesell

Managing Partner, Harris Whitesell Consulting
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Chuck Whitlock

Interim Executive Director, UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
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Susan Willett

Director of Trust Services, Old North State Trust, LLC
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Julie Wilsey

Director, Wilmington International Airport
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Nancy Woolley

Adult Literacy Director , Cape Fear Literacy Council
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Chad Wouters

Partner, Earney & Company, LLP
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John B Zachary

Wealth Advisor, Pathfinder Wealth Consulting

Business Journal INSIGHTFUL DISCUSSIONS

INSIGHTFUL DISCUSSIONS allows executives to share their perspective and position their organizations as industry leaders to the Business Journal audience. Participants have the opportunity to respond to industry-specific questions and are featured in a special, sponsored content section of the Business Journal.

Aug 23, 2022

10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy Storms

This article is authored by Rick Jones, Service Department Manager, Highland Roofing Company. It’s never too early to think about preparing your facility for heavy storms – especially now that our region is in the heart of hurricane season.  Following is a 10-step action plan to ensure that your facility is ready for heavy storms.   Be sure to check that your roof, gutters, and roof drains are clear of items that could damage the roof or block the flow of water ...

May 4, 2022

The Luncheon for Literacy: More than a Meal

On Thursday, May 19, 2022, the Cape Fear Literacy Council will celebrate the return of our signature event and fundraiser, the annual Luncheon for Literacy, after a two-year hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many aspects of post-pandemic living, a few things are different. This year we will gather outdoors at the Watermark Marina overlooking the Cape Fear River, with guests seated under a spacious tent. Attendees can expect an empowering atmosphere, breathtaking vi ...

Mar 30, 2022

Scams Are Soaring – Keep Up Your Guard

The numbers are in. The Federal Trade Commission released its annual compendium of fraud reports from last year, and the news is shocking. Over the past three years, reported losses to consumer fraud has tripled, coming in at a reported $5.9 billion in 2021.    Nearly six million US consumers reported a scam last year and the median loss was $500. But the FTC can only tell us about fraud that was reported – we know the losses and number of victims is far higher.    ...