Four new members have been elected to the Board of Directors of Apparo, the only local nonprofit that connects corporate volunteers with nonprofits with specific technology needs.
Aug 8 2017
Local digital solutions firm launches Thinkers Lab after-school program that combines technology + entrepreneurship
A Cultivated Mindset, a Charlotte-based technology solutions firm, announced today the launch of its new, innovative Thinker’s Lab after-school program for Charlotte youth. After successfully piloting the program at Charlotte Lab School in uptown Charlotte, the firm will be expanding the program to other schools in the Charlotte area.
Jul 21 2017
Official Statement from The Iron Yard regarding Ceasing Operations at all Campuses
In considering the current environment, the board of The Iron Yard has made the difficult decision to cease operations at all campuses after teaching out remaining summer cohorts.
Jul 19 2017
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE EXECUTIVES NAME PUBLIC AFFAIRS EXECUTIVE NEW PRESIDENT/CEO
The Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) today announced the selection of Sheree Anne Kelly as its next president and CEO. Kelly currently is senior vice president of the Public Affairs Council (PAC) in Washington, D.C.
Jul 13 2017
Media Advisory: Charlotte Business Owners will Learn Smart and Play Hard at b2bTRIBE LIVE RECESS Event
Charlotte entrepreneurs are invited to attend a unique, peer-to-peer event geared toward business owners in need of authentic conversations and connections with other business owners at b2bTribe's upcoming Live Recess event.
Jun 28 2017
Media Advisory: City Councilman James Mitchell Hosts “Transforming Charlotte through Entrepreneurship” Town Hall Meeting June 29
Join Councilman James Mitchell for an informative town hall discussion on entrepreneurship, business growth and development in Charlotte.
Jun 12 2017
Urban League of Central Carolinas Announces New President & CEO
The Board of Directors of the Urban League of Central Carolinas (ULCC) has named William "Teddy" McDaniel III as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of the ULCC, effective Aug. 1. McDaniel will take the helm of the Charlotte affiliate after serving as the President and CEO of the Austin, TX. affiliate for the past 5 years.
Jun 12 2017
MEDIA ALERT: CommUNITY Conversations Series Explores Opportunities to Elevate Historic West End
Event partners include Charlotte-based developer Crescent Communities, Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte Center City Partners, and Sustain Charlotte. Event attendees include representatives from the partner companies, as well as West End residents and stakeholders.
May 30 2017
CVMSDC President Eric Watson Receives National Vanguard Award for ‘Council President of the Year,’ from NMSDC
The National Minority Supplier Development Council Leadership Awards recently recognized corporate executives, minority business owners and NMSDC affiliate council presidents for outstanding leadership that has a positive impact on their companies and resonates throughout the NMSDC network.
May 7 2017
Buffalo Soldiers Hosts Annual Soldiers in the Park Event with Kick-off Charity Ride for the Police Athletic League
The Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club is hosting its annual charity weekend May 5th - 7th at Embassy Suites Ayrsley in Charlotte. A police escorted Charity Ride with more than 150 motorcycles will take place Saturday supporting the Police Athletic League.