Helping launch promising startups in North Carolina | Director of the Business Launch Program, NC SBTDC | Advisor, collaborator, small business advocate
I’m thrilled to invite you to Launch Catalyst: Igniting NC’s Next Generation of Startups — a free virtual event hosted by Business Launch of the NC SBTDC happening September 17, 2025, from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm ET. This is not to be missed. Keynote: Justin Gold, founder of Justin's (yes — the nut butter brand you see in grocery stores everywhere), will share how he got started, where he stumbled, and what he wishes he’d known from day one. Also featuring: Cherith Roberson, sharing startup wisdom and moderating a panel with two outstanding NC entrepreneurs: • Becca Wright, founder of Piedmont Pennies® (https://lnkd.in/eCb8V2ty) • Alex Brandwein, founder of Brandwein’s Bagels (https://lnkd.in/etVWyQcB) A Resource Rally moderated by Tyler Lumley to connect you with the most supportive entrepreneurial resources in North Carolina. Whether you’re in the “what if” stage or already building, you’ll walk away with stories, strategies, and connections to move your business forward. 📅 Register now → https://lnkd.in/e_weauYC #YourBusinessBetter #SBTDC #StartupJourney #BusinessGrowth #VirtualEvent
Director, UNCW CIE | Empowering prosperity through entrepreneurship, innovation, & sustainability | NC IDEA Foundation Board Director | Leland Economic Development Vice Chair | Wilmington, NC
2moAwesome! Great program.🙌🏼