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Financial
The Hidden Drivers of Enterprise ValueWhen business owners start thinking about the value of their company, the conversation almost always begins with EBITDA. That's where valuation discussions usually start fo ... |
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Economic Development
A New Investment Model for Workforce Housing in New Hanover CountyHousing affordability is not a new challenge in New Hanover County, and there is no single solution to it. For several years, New Hanover County made significant direct investments to he ... |
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Health Care
The Advocate You Never Knew You'd NeedWhen life is going well, most of us don't spend much time thinking about navigating the healthcare system. But when a hospital stay, unexpected diagnosis, or medical crisis happens, ... |
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Legal Issues
Good Communication Is Good BusinessThe following column was contributed by J.D. Fisher. Mixed-use communities are increasingly common. Restaurants, breweries, retail stores, entertainment venues, and professional offices often ... |
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Other
Avoiding Selective Enforcement in HOAs: How Boards Can Enforce Rules Fairly and ConsistentlyOne of a homeowner’s association (HOA) board’s most important duties is to enforce the association’s governing documents in a fair, consistent, and impartial manner. ... |
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Marketing & Sales
Every Business Says They're Different. Very Few Can Explain Why.Ask a business owner what makes their company different, and they'll usually have an answer within seconds. Ask a potential customer the same question, and you'll often get a very different ... |
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Technology
AI is Driving Up Rates--and Battery ValueHas your electric bill felt higher lately? You're not imagining it. Three things are changing at once for&n ... |
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Other
Designing for ValueOne of the biggest misconceptions about hiring an interior designer is that you need a huge budget to create a beautiful, functional space. The truth is, every project has a budget. Whether& ... |
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Other
Corporate Safety Training & Team Building: Building Stronger Teams Before a Crisis OccursEvery organization wants a safe workplace. Most companies invest significant time creating policies, procedures, emergency action plans, and employee handbooks designed to protect their people and red ... |
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Business Growth
The Strategic Advantage of Diverse PerspectivesDiverse perspectives aren’t just a “nice to have” in business — they’re a strategic advantage that sharpens thinking, strengthens decisions, and expan ... |
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Economic Development
The Ripple Effect of the Ocean Innovation ConferenceThis article was contributed by Lydia Thomas, UNCW CIE Program Manager, and Vivian Yuditsky, Executive Assistant of Veterans Memorial Reef. In 2023, Founder and CEO of Wilmingt ... |
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Economic Development
ILM Insights – Part 2: Construction Update: Building ILM for the FutureThis Insights article was co-written with Erin McNally, Marketing, Air Service Development, & Public Relations Manager. In 2025 and so far in 2026, Wilmington International Airport (ILM)& ... |
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Technology
What I Learned Building Software for My BusinessOver the past year, I have spent a significant amount of time developing custom software for my business using AI-assisted coding tools. What started as an effort to solve a few operational p ... |
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Human Resources
Reintroducing Leath HR Group: Strategic HR Leadership Built for Today's WorkforceAs the workplace continues to evolve, so should the role of Human Resources. At Leath HR Group, we believe HR should be more than compliance, it should be a strategic driver of organizationa ... |
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Education
UNCW Business School Students Travel to Prague for Real-Life Consulting ExperienceThis article was contributed by Kestrel Smoot, International Programs Coordinator for UNCW’s Cameron School of Business. During the most recent spring semester, 33 upper-leve ... |
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Financial
Stepping Away Without Losing YourselfA funny thing happens when business owners finally get what they’ve been working toward. They may have successfully sold or transferred their business, but then they wa ... |
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Economic Development
Strong Families Build Strong Communities—and a Stronger WorkforceWhen people hear the name Coastal Horizons, a lot think of substance use treatment. That work remains central to our mission, but it represents only one part of a much broader continuum of care. Ac ... |
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Marketing & Sales
The Best Brands Are Easier to Understand, Not More CreativeWhen business growth slows, marketing often becomes the first place leaders look for answers. The conversation usually starts in familiar places. Maybe the website needs to be refreshed. Maybe the ... |
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Education
Understanding the School Bond Referendum and What Your Vote MeansEvery community eventually faces decisions about replacing aging schools, accommodating school growth patterns, and investing in facilities that will serve students for decades. This November, New Han ... |
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Education
Building for the Next Generation: K-12 Construction in the Greater Wilmington RegionEducation has been a cornerstone of Monteith's work for more than two decades. During that time, we've partnered with school districts across the Carolinas to deliver new schools, ca ... |
10 Steps To Prepare Your Facility For Heavy StormsIt’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 rapidly draining off the building. Be sure the roof vent covers are in place and firmly affix ... |
Straight Talk on Tech: Implementing IT in Health CareDear Reader, Atrómitos is honored to have sponsored the Insightful Discussion “Straight Talk on Tech: Implementing IT in Health Care." We are grateful to the panel that participated in this critical and timely discussion. It is no longer enough for physicians and other health care providers to only rely on their hard-won clinical expertise and experience in delivering care. As the health care system moves (in some cases gets dragged, pushed, or pulled) towards va ... |
The Luncheon for Literacy: More than a MealOn 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 ... |
