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Franchising proves very fruitful for Austin founders’ lucrative yard sign business
This local business struck gold by helping people celebrate while social distancing — and the company is still on a hot streak. Click through to learn how the co-founders of Card My Yard are managing the explosive growth.
GoFarm Hawaii receives $1M donation for grant-matching program
The recent gift comes after an initial $2 million donation from American AgCredit in 2021.
Where UAB, Samford, BSC, Montevallo fall on admission numbers
The college application process has become even more competitive since 2020 as schools across the nation have paused or eliminated standardized exam requirements during the pandemic. Here are the most selective colleges in our state.
Ourobio takes top honors at Lighthouse Labs Demo Day
Clutching a plush shark, Alec Brewer, the co-founder and CEO of Ourobio, beamed Tuesday from the stage at the Byrd Theatre. The cuddly sea hunter marked his company as winner of a $1,500 cash prize for a “Shark Tank”-style competition at the the Lighth...
First Bank plans to open new headquarters in Creve Coeur in 2024
The bank was looking for a place to consolidate offices before the pandemic began, but the analysis changed in the fall of 2020. "We said ‘this thing with Zoom and Teams, this is different and maybe there is something lasting about this.’"
Oakworth Capital Bank founding board member Horsley retires, new member named
After 14 years of service to Oakworth Bank, a founding board member has retired and another person has been tapped for the role from a local law firm.
Q&A with Charla L. Stracener, IBM Industry Academy
Stracener is on IBM's Global Technology Industry Engineering Leadership team providing strategy and thought leadership for the manufacturing and energy industries.
Best Places to Work 2022: Summit School
A bonus and special events during the pandemic make Summit School a Best Place to Work for employees.
UofL receives $47M gift to launch new Downtown campus
The gift announced Wednesday is the single largest philanthropic gift in the university’s history.
Laurel Thrailkill named health, tech and Inno reporter for the BBJ
The BBJ's new health, tech and innovation reporter comes to Birmingham after gaining experience at multiple publications in Mississippi.
Netflix official expects Albuquerque Studios expansion to be ready by 2024
The steaming giant's director of studio affairs Nick Maniatis spoke at Economic Forum of Albuquerque on Wednesday and updated attendees on the progress of that expansion, which is in its preliminary stages.
Orange County Public Schools lines up superintendent candidates
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Jenkins wants to retire by the end of 2022.
Orange County Public Schools lines up superintendent candidates
Orange County Public Schools Superintendent Barbara Jenkins wants to retire by the end of 2022.
Franchising proves very fruitful for Austin founders’ lucrative yard sign business
This local business struck gold by helping people celebrate while social distancing — and the company is still on a hot streak. Click through to learn how the co-founders of Card My Yard are managing the explosive growth.
Here are the 8 Bay Area startups that took part in Alchemist Accelerator’s 30th Demo Day
Even companies working on deep technical problems can succeed, managing partner Ravi Belani told founders. And Alchemist is committed to funding them, he said.
RepeatMD subleases space from Schlumberger in Galleria-area office tower
RepeatMD develops white-label rewards program software for aesthetics practices, med spas and other wellness customers.
Health
ABF’s 40 Under 40: Meredith Root-Bowman takes a holistic approach to care at Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Born in Gallup and raised in Albuquerque, Root-Bowman has lived across the globe. But she chose to return home to build her career and raise her family. That commitment to New Mexico can be seen every day in her work.
Sports
Charlotte Knights team up with Durham Bulls in ACC baseball bid
The Charlotte Knights and the Durham Bulls have made a joint pitch to alternate as hosts of the ACC Baseball Championship.
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Charlotte Knights team up with Durham Bulls in ACC baseball bid
The Charlotte Knights and the Durham Bulls have made a joint pitch to alternate as hosts of the ACC Baseball Championship.
Gov. Roy Cooper touts ‘heritage’ of NASCAR in North Carolina during visit to Charlotte Motor Speedway
Gov. Roy Cooper paid a visit to Charlotte Motor Speedway and previewed the newly relocated Speed Street festival in anticipation of the track’s Memorial Day race weekend.
Julie Tereshchuk dies after battle with lung cancer
Julie Tereshchuk — a stalwart in local business circles, journalist and someone known for helping an untold number of female professionals succeed — is being remembered by many. A lot of people can credit their professional success to her.
Franchising proves very fruitful for Austin founders’ lucrative yard sign business
This local business struck gold by helping people celebrate while social distancing — and the company is still on a hot streak. Click through to learn how the co-founders of Card My Yard are managing the explosive growth.
Here are the 8 Bay Area startups that took part in Alchemist Accelerator’s 30th Demo Day
Even companies working on deep technical problems can succeed, managing partner Ravi Belani told founders. And Alchemist is committed to funding them, he said.
RepeatMD subleases space from Schlumberger in Galleria-area office tower
RepeatMD develops white-label rewards program software for aesthetics practices, med spas and other wellness customers.
GoFarm Hawaii receives $1M donation for grant-matching program
The recent gift comes after an initial $2 million donation from American AgCredit in 2021.
AEM’s Megan Tanel navigates complex industry
Trade-show veteran Tanel navigates complex industry