2020 Trailblazers in North Carolina
Trailbalzers recognizes enterprising business owners and professionals under the age of 40 who operate in N.C. cities and towns that have fewer than 100,000 residents.
As pandemic crushes small businesses, state needs a plan, N.C. rural leader says
State needs to find ways to aid small businesses.
Soaring Latino population fortifies North Carolina’s growth prospects
North Carolina’s Latino population soars, though gains in business and political influence remain elusive.
Small Business of the Year finalist: Fayetteville’s Holmes Security
With a fourth generation on deck, a Fayetteville family secures a promising future in the protection trade.
Small Business of the Year finalist: Ekos keeps craft brewers on track
Two beer and software enthusiasts partnered to create a leader in designing craft-beverage workflows.
Small Business of the Year: Outdoor gearmaker attracts happy campers
Air Force veteran Judy Gross’ passion for lengthy treks ignited a business that helps take a load off weary hikers.
PNC forecasts strong economic outlook for N.C.
PNC Chief Economist Gus Faucher says North Carolina has reason to be more optimistic in the near-term than the rest of the nation.
Pillars of North Carolina: Mitchell Gold makes a mark in furniture, civil rights
Mitchell Gold, a New Jersey native, saw treasure in rural North Carolina, where he’s created a thriving furniture company while fighting for civil rights.
U.S. Small Business Administration names Thomas Stith III to head N.C. district
The U.S. Small Business Administration has named Thomas Stith III, a Durham native and former Chief of Staff to Governor Pat McCrory, as the new North Carolina District Director.
Columbus County claws its way back from Florence’s strike
Businesses in a hard-hit inland county are slowly scratching back from ruinous hurricanes.