Many seniors carefully watch their finances and consult trusted advisors for guidance in timing retirement. However, careful planning doesn’t end with retirement. Seniors should ensure they ar ...
Atrómitos is honored to have sponsored the Insightful Discussion “There’s an App for That: Opportunities and Obstacles in Health Technology.” We are grateful to the ...
Our Beginning (1975 through 2000): In 1975, Norman Chambliss and Jim Rabil formed Chambliss & Rabil Contractors in Rocky Mount, N.C. Rocky Mount was a thriving business and banking hu ...
Woody White has over 26 years of experience as an attorney. He’s a native and longtime resident of southeastern North Carolina, serving clients in a variety of cases and our community as ...
Russell received his law degree from Georgetown in 2004. Russell helps individuals and businesses protect their innovations, creations and business information using strategies based in patent, trad ...
CELEBRATING OUR QUASQUICENTENNIAL For 125 years, Rountree Losee LLP has provided quality, client focused legal services in our region. Over these years, we have learned unequivocally that experie ...
The Rising Tide Team’s core values consist of choosing humility, building relationships, being people of integrity, willing to learn and grow, and adding value by being resourceful and communi ...
Catherine and her husband, Nick, are the co-owners of Balding Brothers. Catherine loves creating fresh, new spaces and assisting clients with the design process. Balding Brothers is an award-winning ...
Mr. Moore serves as the Executive Officer for the Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Association. Prior to this, Mr. Moore served as a Governmental Affairs Directors for (BASE) Business All ...
Anne Gardner has recently celebrated her first year as CEO of Cape Fear REALTORS®, the largest trade association in our region. She’s an active volunteer and serves on ...
Atromitos is honored to have sponsored the "Insightful Discussion on Medicaid Transformation." We are grateful to Dave Richard, NC DHHS Deputy Secretary, and Kelly Crosbie, Director of Q ...
How do I decide when to replace my home HVAC system rather than repair it? The age of equipment, efficiency, and repair costs are all factors in this decision. The average life of a traditional ...
How has Dosher Memorial Hospital’s sound financial strategy pre-pandemic impacted their ability to navigate the economic impact of COVID-19? Our focus at Dosher prior to the impact of the ...
COVID-19 has brought stressors on businesses that were unheard of just a year ago. What should business owners be thinking about strategically at this moment in time? Hank Harris: I think the o ...
What should I consider when making the choice to build a new building or renovate an existing commercial space? The decision to build or renovate can be complicated. When it comes to mak ...
How has the economy changed over the last year and how do we proceed with investing? Our economy and more importantly, the global economy is going through a rapid transformation to a &ldq ...
Owning a home is probably one of the biggest investments some of us will have in a lifetime; it is with this in mind that selecting a reputable contractor to take care of your property needs ...
What are the major components of a properly designed lighting system? Lighting is vital to our day to day lives. It creates an emotional component to how we experience the world around us ...
Continuous growth of the Cape Fear Region’s industrial sector is a vital component to making key advancements in our area and contributing to the global supply chain. Industrial projects hav ...
Discussing end of life arrangements for yourself or your loved ones can be difficult. While challenging emotions can arise from the thought of our last days, ensuring an end of life plan is in pla ...
How do you know when your business is ready for expansion? Since our company is in the construction business, I will address this question regarding business growth from the standpoint of the c ...
We are going to reopen as soon as the Governor lifts restrictions. What are the most important things I should be thinking about as a business owner? J ...
Business owners must make several decisions when structuring and executing their business plans, but carefully considering a legal arrangement that is customized to their needs may be most impor ...
The Wilmington region has been in growth mode and our real estate market is adapting to the changes from rapid expansion. Business growth, infrastructure challenges and affordable housing are under ...
According to the American Chiropractic Association, patients who visit their chiropractor to seek treatment for lower back pain have a 90% decrease in odds for both early and long-term opioid us ...
Today, many people are seeking balance in their lives. Whether it be balancing work, family, nutrition, or budgets, the art of balance ultimately brings harmony into our lives. But have you ever tho ...
No matter what size the business, it will not reach its full potential — nor in many cases even exist — without technology. Which technologies are impacting businesses today, and wh ...
Commercial real estate is a driving force in the Cape Fear region’s economy. Where are we today, and what challenges are we about to face in the future? We asked Norman and Yates Chambliss o ...
With the possibility of New Hanover Regional Medical Center being sold, the subject of health care is a hot topic in the Cape Fear region. Always a destination for retirees with unique health care ...
Commercial real estate is a driving force in the Cape Fear region’s economy. Where are we today, and what challenges are we about to face in the future? We asked local business professionals ...
There are a plethora of technologies employed in every office environment, whether a one person operation at home or in a brick-and-morter location with dozens of employees. Copiers Plus Director ...
Moving closer to the end of the road is not something any of us wants to think about. Still, leaving “at-need” arrangements to loved ones creates unnecessary burdens and stress, both e ...
This month the North Carolina Department of Commerce released projected job growth numbers for the next seven years which include the state’s fastest annual growth rate in Wilmington. New jobs ...
The U.S. is seeing the best manufacturing jobs growth of the last 30 years. With the Port of Wilmington ramping-up infrastructure projects to handle bigger ships and quicker cargo delivery, and the ...
One of the most difficult, stressful, and yet rewarding experiences in life is starting a business. Keeping it going is tough; one out of three don’t make it through the first two years. Those ...
For entrepreneurs, legal advice may not seem like a priority… until it becomes a necessity. Below, four local law experts discuss why ongoing counsel can not only protect a budding business b ...
All in all, 2018 was not the easiest year for homebuilders in the Cape Fear region. Between torrential summer rains, Hurricane Florence in September, ongoing labor shortages, and a sudden spike ...
Market fluctuations, changes to tax laws and political uncertainty can weigh heavily on day-today investment decisions. But considering a certain amount of ambiguity will always be a given, the best ...
The foundation for a lasting and thriving organization is most often built on the creation of a clear company culture that is embraced and practice by a dedicated team of employees. But sustain ...
Navigating the ever-changing landscape of health care can be challenging and, sometimes, a bit intimidating. Yet, understanding the various components of not just health, but also overall wellness, ca ...
Signs that business is booming in the Cape Fear region are everywhere you look these days – from the surge of hotels in downtown Wilmington’s burgeoning Convention District and storefr ...
The Cape Fear region has seen an explosion of growth in recent past, and it’s a vibrant community in which Scott Byers, President and CEO of Majestic Kitchen and Bath Creations, wants to ...
Technology continues to have a major impact on nearly every part of our daily lives and our interactions with others, including how we do business. Tech-savvy business leaders have adapted the way the ...
Women continue to make great strides – and achieve stand-out success – in the business world. But even with all the advancements, women still face hurdles. Female leaders and entrepreneu ...
When small business owners open up shop, they don’t always start with the end goal in mind. Yet, planning ahead for retirement, death or disability can mean the difference between a smooth tra ...
Death is an inevitability we all face, but the end of life can often be so overwhelming – or feel so far in the future – that people put off thinking of all the details, issues and dec ...
Signs of the greater Wilmington area’s real estate resurgence are everywhere, from a recent spike in luxury home sales to continued construction of lifestyle communities. The coastal clima ...
Manufacturing has remained a strong and resilient industry, even in the midst of economic downturn in recent past. Still, like any industry, manufacturing faces challenges, including keeping pace with ...
How does stress impact women’s health? Women are the caregivers in our society. When women have to deal with not only family and personal issues but also work-related issues, that puts add ...
How have recent advances in technology impacted women’s dental health? We searched high and low in designing our practice and selecting certain technologies to bring an elevated experience ...
For many, the legal system can be intimidating and difficult to navigate alone. But when you need an attorney – whether it be to help manage your business, guide you through a divorce or fa ...
Every entrepreneur wants to see his or her business venture succeed and grow. Yet, growth can come with its own unique challenges, especially when that growth comes quickly, unexpectedly or without ...
Continued economic growth and a mostly favorable economic forecast are good signs thus far in 2018. However, even in a stable market, it’s good practice to protect assets against any future vo ...
Today, technology is not only a helpful tool for a business’s day-to-day operations, it is also crucial to that business’s overall success. But with the benefits of technological advan ...
What federal and state tax changes should business owners be aware of when filing their 2017 taxes? If tax reform is not passed, there will be very little change for businesses on 2017 taxes. The ...
How could new federal tax cuts impact small business? The tax reform congressional conference report is 1,097 pages. There is no way to cover all the impacts here, but my goal is to provide an ove ...
What is virtual workspace? STAN TROFIMCHUK: In a nutshell, virtual workspace is your business computers and servers in the cloud. It is faster, more reliable and more secure IT for business. Fr ...
Within recent years, women have made great strides in the business world, both locally and across the country. They now hold a little more than half of all professional-level jobs in the United Stat ...
Without question, technology has changed so many aspects of our daily lives and interactions with others, including - to a large degree - how we research, shop for and purchase products and services ...
In the midst of proposed changes to “Obamacare," patients and medical providers alike continue to feel the impact of federal regulations on the availability of affordable care. But those ...
Let’s face it - death is a fact of life most of us don’t like to face. But the fact of the matter is, it is an inevitability for which we all should plan for and be prepared. And, in the ...
Entrepreneurs who start a business may face a challenging path. Nearly half fail within their first year, and roughly 65 percent make it their first two years. So, what sets those who survive and thri ...
Does a lower local unemployment rate increase competition for hiring and retaining employees? The lowered unemployment level does present challenges in attracting prospective employees. It does anyw ...
From construction on a mixed-use development - anchored by a movie theater - in midtown Wilmington and expansion at Mayfaire Town Center to a surge in apartment complexes and the arrival of new grocer ...
What are your predictions regarding the overtime rule halted by a federal judge late last year? While we don’t have a crystal ball, it seems likely the rule will be repealed, at least in ...
In a vast improvement over 2016, this year’s stock market is thus far strong, leading many to advance carefully but hopefully. While the fate of some current federal regulations has yet to be ...
After a sharp downturn in the real estate market, the local industry has been on the upswing the last several years, as the number and value of homes continue to increase for the Cape Fear region. But ...
More than ever, technology is a critical component of a company’s overall success. With ever-changing advancements and risks, it can be overwhelming for business owners to stay up-to-date on I ...
Following the rollout of the Affordable Care Act, the medical marketplace has remained a hot topic for business owners, employees and lawmakers alike, as they attempt to navigate new guide ...
As you talk to business owners around the region, what challenges stand out for companies? DEREK COHEN: Effective credit and treasury solutions are always important topics of discus ...
How do employers benefit from employees who return to college to earn degrees? KATIE FARRELL: A bachelor’s degree has personal and p ...
A frequently quoted statistic is that eight of 10 entrepreneurs who start businesses fail within the first year and a half. Knowing that, we ...
When it comes to hiring new talent, employers no longer have the upper hand. As the economy recovers, top candidates are receiving multiple offe ...
Commercial real estate is one topic in which nearly everyone has an interest. People want to know what’s being built near their homes, schools and workplaces. They also want t ...
Business owners and executives often try to save money by waiting to call an attorney. However, a modest investment in legal advice to prevent ...
This year began with a stunning stock market drop and continues with uncertainty around the presidential election and numerous other world event ...
With the real estate downturn increasingly distant in the rearview mirror, five real estate professionals tackled a range of topics on the local residential real estate market. Topics included how ...
Discussions about potentially drilling for oil and natural gas in the Atlantic Ocean picked up significantly in 2015 after Pres ...
For most people, January means tuning into the NFL playoffs, breaking New Year’s resolutions and dialing up an accountant. Executives and busine ...
Advancements in technology play a significant role in how companies set their direction. Successful growth strategies, cost efficiencies and securing data all hinge on making the right technology ...
A panel of business, government, education, non-profit and other community leaders devoted a recent morning to talk about the challenges and potential solutions to creating enou ...
Few, if any, industries affect all companies, employees and families like health care. And as the health care industry undergoes seismic changes on numerous fronts — new laws, new levels of ...
County OKs Use Of $1.9M For Affordable Housing Project
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City Council Candidate Q&A: Clifford Barnett
Staff Reports
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Wilmington City Council Proposes Grant For Film Workforce Training
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The Health Care Executive category honors an individual whose job performance is considered exemplary by people within their organizations,...
This category honors a nurse whose performance is considered exemplary by patients, peers and other health care providers....
Wilmington leaders and business owners are hoping to establish their own social district in the downtown central business district (CBD) soo...
The 2021 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.
