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The Wilmington Construction Market: Trends, Recognition, and ChallengesWilmington, North Carolina, where coastal charm meets economic vibrancy, has experienced remarkable growth in its construction industry. The evolving skyline and the emergence of new projects prompt a ... |
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Food is the Foundation for Prosperous CommunitiesFood is the foundation of healthy living and the key to building prosperous communities. Food and prosperity are intricately linked making it imperative to establish and cultivate community based food ... |
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Excite Credit Union's Community Initiatives in ActionAt Excite Credit Union, being “the community's credit union” is more than a tagline; it’s our commitment to community development that goes well beyond providing financial servic ... |
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HOA Collections Policies: Ensuring Financial Stability and FairnessIn the realm of community management, one of the pivotal aspects often overlooked until it becomes a pressing issue is the collections process. Community association board members serve as stewards of ... |
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The Childcare Cost DilemmaA quick perusal of the news will find many stories about the high cost of childcare. “How can it be so expensive?” is often the lament of a harried parent trying to make ends me ... |
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A Public Service Profile on Creating Beauty in Our CommunityWhen thinking about the work of county government, many will focus on the services and programs overseen by various departments that keep our community safe and healthy. These are obviously extremel ... |
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The Role of Vulnerability in LeadershipIn the realm of leadership, the conventional image often portrays a leader as an unwavering pillar of strength, someone who exudes confidence and commands authority. However, a paradigm shift in leade ... |
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The Coastal Corridor is Helping Wilmington Startups With Connected Devices for Life Sciences IndustryThis article was contributed by Jim Roberts, the Founder of the Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington (NEW) and the WALE Angel Network. NEW is a member of the Wilmington Small Busines ... |
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Understanding the Role of a Community Manager and Dispelling Common MisconceptionsHomeowners' Association (HOA) community managers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning and upkeep of residential communities. Often misunderstood, their duties encompass various res ... |
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Conversations to Contracts Driving Productivity to the Local WorkforceGenesis Block hosts Conversations to Contracts events in partnership with state, local government agencies, anchor institutions and corporate partners. The goal is to connect minority owned businesses ... |
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New Requirements for Small Businesses: Beneficial Ownership Information ReportingWelp, the government has gone and done it again. In an effort to crack down on money laundering, financing terrorism, tax fraud, and other illegal acts via sketchy shell companies, Congress has enacte ... |
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‘Creative,’ An Adjective To Describe Your Accountant?!Have you ever used the word creative as an adjective to describe your accountant?! And, we’re not talking about “Enron” or “WoldCom” creativity.  ... |
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Food Entrepreneurship Drives Local Economic Sustainability“An entrepreneur tends to bite off a little more than he can chew hoping he’ll quickly learn how to chew it.” — Roy Ash According to research from Massachusetts Instit ... |
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Community Input Is Crucial To Guiding The Model Of Good GovernanceThis past summer, New Hanover County staff, our Board of Commissioners and community partners, along with your input from our Community Survey in 2023, worked to create a new five-year strategic plan ... |
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What is EcoTech?This article was contributed by Paige O’Neill, MBA, NCET Program Manager. Are you tired of polluted floodwaters drowning your community? Are you worried about coastal erosion near your beach ... |
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What You Need to Know About SECURE 2.0 and Its Effect on Retirement PlansThe SECURE Acts of 2019 and 2022 are the most impactful pieces of legislation to hit the retirement industry in some time. The acts introduced changes, both mandated and optional, that go into effect ... |
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What You Need to Know About SECURE 2.0 and Its Effect on Individual Retirement AccountsThe SECURE Acts of 2019 and 2022 have had a significant impact on the retirement industry. These acts have brought about various changes, some of which are required and others that are optional, and t ... |
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7 Reasons Your Messy Books are Hurting Your BusinessClean books and regular reviews are the foundation of a strong financial position for your business. Here are seven ways messy books are holding back your business growth: 1. Risky Business Risk ... |
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Local Legislators Deserve Thanks for Supporting Water InfrastructureWater and sewer infrastructure, often expensive and difficult to engineer, is foundational to our quality of life. Availability of reliable water and sewer service determines what industries and emplo ... |
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Early Childhood Education: Invisible InfrastructureShould we think of early childhood education as infrastructure? Infrastructure is the set of systems and facilities that are necessary for the economy, firms, and households to function. Often the fir ... |
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 ... |