October 2019
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Picture this: Dutch immigrants grow a giant greenhouse empire
Over the last half-century, a Charlotte area family business has planted its stake as one of the largest suppliers of flora to big-box retail giants.
Elopement specialist keeps wedding costs in check
With elopements on the rise, a photographer helps thrifty couples looking to save on their big day.
Fast facts of the N.C. wine industry
North Carolina’s wine industry has been growing in production, value and popularity.
DealCloud tracks deals’ twists, turns
A Charlotte tech firm helps clients track every turn of the screw in the transaction process.
Columbus County claws its way back from Florence’s strike
Businesses in a hard-hit inland county are slowly scratching back from ruinous hurricanes.
Prescriptions for success from NC Chamber’s new chief
The NC Chamber looked nationally for a new leader, then chose the in-house candidate, Gary Salamido, to lead the Raleigh-based business advocacy group.
Opinion: N.C. is ground zero on climate change
North Carolina is ground zero in efforts to confront global warming.
Opinion: Closing time for big malls
It’s sunset for some big malls that dominated retailing for 50 years in north Raleigh and across the state.
Town Square: Monroe maintains charm
Monroe maintains its small-town charm while embracing its growing aerospace sector.
Business gets schooled in neurodiversity
Businesses across the state are teaming up with local schools and teachers to give students a glimpse into potential careers and provide opportunities to neurodiverse populations.
NC Portraits: Family-Owned Businesses
Family-owned businesses across the state have found the sweet spot, leveraging their personal relationships with one another to create a welcoming environment for employees, provide an intimate experience to customers and leave a legacy for future generations they hope will take over.
Continuing education spans from college to career
Community colleges provide workforce development and enhance economic development, while graduate business schools offer tailored programs.
Forsyth invests in its future
Forsyth invests in its future with new developments at the Wake Forest Innovation Center, Business I-40 Construction and the refurbishment of the 500 W 5th building.