August 2015
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Family business
When Susan DeVore sees a doctor, she’s an observant patient. “I will watch to...
Premier position
As hospitals face pressure to trim costs while serving more patients, Susan DeVore prepares her purchasing group to make the process hum.
A political bromance
By Lee Pace
When Goldman Sachs executive Ken Brody asked Erskine Bowles for a political...
Erskine’s web
More than 20 years after leaving his investment bank, Erskine Bowles still influences dozens of former colleagues in the finance industry.
Tough climb
Economic-development prospects for North Carolina's mountain region face steeper odds as the state shifts its industry-recruitment strategy.
Statewide: Western region, August 2015
Monthly report of business news from the Western region.
Statewide: Triad region, August 2015
Monthly report of business news from the Triad region.
Statewide: Charlotte region, August 2015
Monthly report of business news from the Charlotte region.
Statewide: Triangle region, August 2015
Monthly report of business news from the Triangle region.
Statewide: Eastern region, August 2015
Monthly report of business news from the Eastern region.
Statewide: Private equity’s public appeal
Business development companies are filling a lending niche for higher-interest business loans.
NCtrend: Taking stock of the jocks
15 top-paid athletes will earn nearly $147 million this year — excluding endorsements.
NCtrend: Bullish on the sock market
Marty Nester spins U.S.-made hosiery targeted at bikers, hikers and other thrill-seekers.
NCtrend: Hunger gains
Gaurav Patel, 32, wastes no time developing a lineup of trendy Triangle restaurants.
Name that boon
Two North Carolina Republicans played vital roles in promoting tax reform, best known as supply-side economics, that endures despite bipartisan criticism.
Lumber thrills
Fair Bluff thinks slicker marketing of its tasty watermelons can sweeten long-term prospects for the small river town.