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MADE: Great Goods from Greater Wilmington 

Produced by the Greater Wilmington Business Journal, MADE is a nomination-based competition seeking to spotlight makers, manufacturers, artisans, designers and small businesses in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender counties.

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With roots in an economy originally built on tobacco, textiles, and furniture, North Carolina is no stranger to the making of things. While its industries may have broadened over the years, the focus on locally made goods continues to hold strong. MADE was created to spotlight some of the innovations occurring in design and manufacturing originating in the tri-county area. Winners are selected by a judging panel and will be profiled in a special MADE section of the Sept.16 issue of the Greater Wilmington Business Journal as well as featured at the annual WilmingtonBiz Expo on October 6, 2022, at the Wilmington Convention Center.

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2022 MADE Winners:

Food & Beverage:

1. Acme Smoked Fish of North Carolina
2. N Sea Oyster Company
3. Kind Cultures

Arts:

1. Anchor Hardwoods
2. Savage Surfboards
3. The Wall Printer

Functional Products:

1. C3 Custom Golf
2. Port City Signs & Graphics
3. Polyhose Inc.

Manufacturers:

1. Rulmeca
2. Paperfoam Packaging
3. Cape Fear Customs

Exporter:

1. American Hammer

Supporter:

1. Cape Fear Manufacturing Partnership

 

As our region and country emerged in the past year from Covid restrictions, new challenges emerged in the form of inflation, employee shortages and stock market swings. Yet through it all, the Wilmington region has seen continued growth.

On October 6, we will take a look back and a look ahead with a national investment strategist, our regional economist and a panel of local leaders who represent some of our region’s biggest economic drivers. 

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Speakers include:

 

The National Outlook with Brian Daley, Head of Equity Strategy, Chief Investment Office, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank

Brian Daley is a Managing Director and Head of Equity Strategy for the Chief Investment Office (CIO) within Bank of America Corporation. In this role, Daley oversees and develops the individual equity and industry analysis investment strategy supporting Bank of America Private Bank.

Prior to joining Bank of America, Brian served in roles at Trident Investment Management, Conifer Securities, Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch in equity research, trading, and research sales positions. Brian earned his B.S. degree in Finance with a concentration in Economics from Villanova University.

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The Regional Outlook with Mouhcine Guettabi, Regional Economist, UNCW's Swain Center

Mouhcine Guettabi joined the UNCW in August 2021 and is serving as both an Associate professor as well as the area’s regional economist.

Before joining UNCW, he was an associate professor of economics at the University of Alaska Anchorage. On the academic front, he is an applied microeconomist, with his recently published research being found in some of the leading economic journals such as the Review of Economics and Statistics, Journal of Environmental Economics and Management, and the Journal of Regional Science. He earned his PhD in economics with an emphasis on Urban and Regional Economics from Oklahoma State University in 2012. 

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Outlook Panelists:

Jeff Bourk, Airport Director, Wilmington International Airport

Jeff Bourk is the Airport Director at Wilmington International Airport. Bourk has over 30 years of aviation experience, including 20 years focused on airport management. He has managed airports publicly and privately operated. He soloed his first aircraft at age 16 and received his pilot’s license at age 17 (the youngest the FAA permits). Bourk holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and an MBA from Daniel Webster College. In 2003, the American Association of Airport Executives designated Bourk as an accredited airport executive (A.A.E.), a prestigious honor within the industry.

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Brian Clark, Executive Director, North Carolina State Ports Authority

Brian Clark has served as Executive Director of the North Carolina State Ports Authority since January 2021. Under Clark’s leadership, NC Ports has completed several critical infrastructure improvements and during his tenure, the Port of Wilmington’s container terminal was recognized as the fourth most productive port in North America by the World Bank Group and S&P Global Market Intelligence.
 
Clark has more than 25 years of experience in the maritime industry, having worked in senior positions in port operation in several US locations. He is a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy and is also a graduate of Duke University Fuqua School of Business Executive Education Program.

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Lowell Davis, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs, University of North Carolina Wilmington

Lowell Davis joined the University of North Carolina Wilmington as Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs in May 2021. Prior to his tenure at UNCW, he held posts at Western Carolina University, University of Alabama, Indiana University and Hampton University.

In addition to his Vice Chancellor duties, Davis is also a member of the Chancellor’s cabinet; President of the North American Association of Summer Sessions Council; a member of the New Hanover County Commission for African American Heritage, History, and Culture; involved with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.; on the Council of Advisors for Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina; and extremely involved with national accreditation efforts through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Davis holds a Ph.D. from Indiana University in higher education administration and student affairs, a master’s in counseling and a bachelor’s in English arts-secondary education from Hampton University.

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Natalie English, President and CEO, Wilmington Chamber of Commerce

Natalie English began her role as president and CEO of the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce in 2017, after serving 11 years with the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, including as its chief public policy officer. She has served for over 20 years in a chamber of a commerce leadership role and has almost 30 years of experience monitoring legislative and regulatory issues locally, statewide, and at the federal level. 

Natalie received her B.A. in Communications from North Carolina State University and achieved her designation as a Certified Chamber Executive in 2012, one of only several hundred. Natalie has also been an active volunteer and board member for numerous nonprofit organizations in Wilmington, Charlotte and at the state level.

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Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 1:45 PM to 2:30 PM
Rob Duggan, Director of Technology Risk Advisory Services for Earney & Company, and Barrett Earney, Director of Information Technology at Earney & Company and CEO of Earney Consulting, which provides IT managed support services	Outsourcing IT? Crucial questions to ask your IT providers about cybersecurity and data privacy Companies need to ask the right questions to whoever is handing your IT. This session will cover critical elements in the contracting process, the importance of defining who-owns-what, evaluating your service team and controls you need to ensure are in place over systems and data. We will also look at privacy regulation updates and special considerations for healthcare, education and financial institutions. Earney & Co. Technology Risk Advisory has a highly experienced and credentialled team serving trusted Coastal Carolina organizations with a track record of success.	Earney & Company
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 1:45 PM to 2:30 PM
Nicole Case, Learning Partner, Catapult	Equipping Talent: What Your Future Leaders Want Your best employees are looking for advancement opportunities. It’s up to you to determine if that opportunity is at your company—or somewhere else. While it’s more cost- and culture-effective to develop talent internally than it is to recruit, many employers aren’t sure how to start conversations with employees about where they see themselves growing. Attend this session to be guided through the development of actionable, collaborative performance and career plans that ensure the right talent finds its optimal role. Our development experts will also teach you exciting ways to illuminate learning opportunities alongside your employees for greater retention, better performance and stronger engagement.	Catapult
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 1:45 PM to 2:30 PM
Coach Reggie, Platinum Master Coach to High Growth Businesses	The Business Owner Playbook Would you like to learn some best practices that will make growing your business a whole lot easier and earn significantly more profits?  Learn the top plays from our Business Owner Playbook that we have been using for the last 17 years to help local business owners build more profitable, systematic, team-centered, and freedom-filled businesses. You will walk away from this session with at least 3 action items that you can immediately implement in your business that will save time and/or make you more money in the next 30 days!	Business Growers
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 1:45 PM to 2:30 PM
Stefanie Adams, Founder, WNY People Development	CheerLEADERship: Strategies to Drive Positive Culture, Collaboration, & Business Impact 2,4,6,8! Want to make your workplace really great? Harness the power of CHEER!   Cheerleading provides highly applicable professional lessons for leaders in all industries, especially in our post pandemic work environment. Participants will learn simple strategies to build collaborative teams, drive business impact, and generate better work culture; themes include positivity, trust, wellness, adaptability, accountability, and inspiration.	WNY People Development
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Robert Parker, COO, Cape Fear Solar Systems	What does the Inflation Reduction Act mean for clean energy and your business? This seminar is ideal for Business Owners, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Business Advisors, Builders, Commercial Developers and any professional wanting to learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act and how it can benefit your business. This session will cover an overview of the Inflation Reduction Act, clean energy and advantages for businesses.    Because this is a highly demanded topic, we’ll leave time for Q&A to ensure attendees are able to get answers to questions relevant to their current or future businesses.	Cape Fear Solar Systems
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Becky Drozdz, Director of Total Rewards Solutions, Catapult	Your Business’ Culture, Evolved Employees are taking their jobs personally. After the last two years of shifting global conditions, mindful working environments that operate with empathy are shaking up what it means to build agile and engaged cultures. What can employers do to craft rewarding employee experiences? What measurable steps can you take to inspire belonging within your workplace? During this presentation, we’ll teach scalable, actionable methods of building meaningful alliances between your business and your workforce. We’ll also share sneak-peeks of valuable Catapult Survey insights only available to our members.	Catapult
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Coach Reggie, Platinum Master Coach to High Growth Businesses	Scaling Up with Less Chaos and Industry Leading Profitability Do you have a successful business that is ready to scale and grow?  Learn the ten principles and associated habits that your company needs to grow sustainably and without drama. With a killer strategy and/or heroic employees willing to work 18 hours a day, seven days a week, you might be able to make up for sloppy execution and lack of discipline. Unfortunately, that is neither sustainable nor desirable to you or your employees. In this session, you will walk away with a checklist and a game plan that will help you get more of the important work done in your business. You will get simple tools and guidance to keep everyone on the same page, communicating effectively, and doing their part to achieve organizational objectives.	Business Growers
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 2:45 PM to 3:30 PM
Bob Pious, Director, Swain Center for Executive Education & Economic Development, Cameron School of Business, UNCW; Katherine Daniel, Founder & Principal, Montani Consulting	Attracting and Retaining Employees in Today’s Labor Market It's been called the Great Resignation, the Great Reshuffle, the Great Rethink; it's clear that the labor market shifted in recent years and is continuing to evolve. The Greater Wilmington Area isn't immune to this movement's effects; we do, however, have advantages employers can leverage to win the war on talent. Learn about these practical solutions addressing employee attraction and retention that won't break the bank: the fundamentals of an effective compensation philosophy, the elements of a successful performance management program, and how to build and nourish an intentional organizational culture.	UNCW Cameron School of Business
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Gabe Amey, Sales Manager, Cape Fear Solar Systems	What does the Inflation Reduction Act mean for clean energy and your home? This seminar is ideal for Homeowners, Future Homeowners, Builders, Realtors and any professional wanting to learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act and how it can benefit homeowners. This session will cover an overview of the Inflation Reduction Act, clean energy, and advantages for homeowners.    Because this is a highly demanded topic, we’ll leave time for Q&A to ensure attendees are able to get answers to questions relevant to their home, future home, or clients.	Cape Fear Solar Systems
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Ea Ruth, 2022 President, Cape Fear REALTORS®/Broker, The Property Shop International Realty; Steve Mitchell, 2023 President, Cape Fear REALTORS®/Broker, Coldwell Banker Commercial Sun Coast Partners	Portfolio Investments: Income Generation Strategies Build a portfolio that generates an income stream for your business through real estate investment. This timely session will review types of real estate investment portfolios, office and commercial, resort and vacation and long-term rentals. Ea and Steve will review the strategies that build wealth and offer tax benefits and positive income potential. Business owners benefit from multiple income streams and real estate is a valuable element of a balanced portfolio. This session is compelling for business owners and individual investors seeking a hedge against a churning market.	Cape Fear Realtors
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Jaron Cayton, President, TeamLogic IT	Protecting Your Business - Cybersecurity in Practice Join Jaron Cayton, from TeamLogic IT to learn how to protect your employees and business data from cyber threats. Jaron will discuss new threats for 2023 and beyond, and how to position your team to meet these challenges head on.	TeamLogic IT
Thursday, Oct 6, 2022 3:45 PM to 4:30 PM
Amy Conway, HR Consultant, Leath HR Group; Beth Looney, Senior HR Consultant, Leath HR Group	How to Win the War on Talent Attracting, hiring, and retaining talent is something a lot of businesses are still struggling with. Why? Because the Talent War is constantly evolving.  It’s time to level up and win this war!  Join two of Leath HR Group’s Senior Certified HR Pros, Beth Looney and Amy Conway, as they walk through innovative strategies and tactics to attract the best talent for your business (and keep them)!  Learn a few simple, cost-effective tips that can help you develop and retain a thriving team. Walk away with tangible tools and a feeling of confidence - You can Win this War on Talent!	Leath HR Group