Matt Hilliard is the Commercial Banker for Southern Bank and grew up in Wilmington, NC. As the son of a small business owner, Matt is driven to doing business right the first time and delivering superior customer service. His care
When something goes wrong in business banking, it rarely happens in isolation — and it rarely happens slowly. A delayed payment, a suspicious transaction, or a breakdown in approv ...
For Wilmington businesses, growth brings opportunity, but it also introduces new financial risks — especially when it comes to payment and cash-flow fraud. As companies expand th ...
As Wilmington’s business community continues to evolve, many owners are rethinking what they need from a long-term financial partner. While speed and technology remain important, they are no sub ...
Wilmington’s growth has been a magnet for new opportunity — and new risk. Local companies are navigating a threat landscape that impacts nearly every part of their operations. That’s ...
In Lawsuit, Luxury Homebuilder Accuses Defendants Of Defamation
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Jun 5, 2026
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Endowment Appoints New Community Advisory Council Members
Staff Reports
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From A Grocery Store To Convention Center Growth, Officials Talk Downtown Priorities
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Jun 3, 2026
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Endowment Fields Questions On School Bond, Food Co-op Funding At Public Meeting
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Jun 4, 2026
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Amid Recent Sales, Independence Mall Owner Talks Real Estate Strategy
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Jun 4, 2026
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Local legislative delegation members Sens. Michael Lee and Bill Rabon were among a group of six bipartisan state senators who recently wrote...
Its services include managed IT support and help desk support; cybersecurity and compliance solutions; cloud infrastructure and Microsoft 36...
The company has more than 80 clients, consisting of local businesses and large national brands, primarily in the home services, healthcare,...
The 2026 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.