Chatter with BNC

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Jim Rose, the  State President United Community Bank. Rose talks to Ben Kinney about his professional journey so far, what's new at United Community, and more.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Clay Schossow, a Cleveland, OH native is one of the original founders of Carrboro-based New Media Campaigns and has directed client relations and business development efforts since 2006. In these roles, Clay has grown NMC into an award-winning company with hundreds of clients from around the world. Clay also leads NMC's Agency Partnership program, helping advertising agencies across the country leverage new media for their clients.  Clay's leadership at NMC earned him recognition by Bloomberg Businessweek as one of America's top young entrepreneurs.

Clay has managed and implemented the online marketing, SEO, and social media efforts for organizations of all sizes around the world.  His work has led to millions of dollars in online transactions for nonprofits, businesses, and political campaigns.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Corey Pulido. Corey Pulido is a faculty member teaching in the field of entrepreneurship in the Miller School of Entrepreneurship at East Carolina University. He is a business and MBA graduate of East Carolina University.  He spent 12 years in the professional world while receiving his degree. Along with teaching, he currently runs seven family businesses, including a local property management company and most recently a non-profit animal sanctuary rescuing at-risk dogs. He is also active in the community serving on Ayden’s Chamber of Commerce and participating in several pitch competitions as a judge and mentor to local high school students.

Corey and his wife Jordan are high school sweethearts having been together since 2005. They recently welcomed their first child Graylen James last October.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Matt Yarmey, the Founder of Pure Intentions Coffee. Yarmey talks to Ben Kinney about his professional journey, how he started Pure Intentions Coffee, their growth so far, their footprint, and more.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Lily Cochrane Harper. Lily Harper is the executive director of the Wake Forest University Center for Private Business, which has more than 200 companies headquartered in North Carolina or with large operations in the state as its members. The nonprofit organization helps companies with issues such as leadership and succession planning. The Center is expanding into Wilmington.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Joanna Helms, the Economic Development Director of the town of Apex, NC. She talks to Ben Kinney about her professional journey so far, what's new in Apex in terms of economic development, her plans as the new President of the NCEDA, and more.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

Today's episode features an interview with Matt Doherty, who owns a business coaching business in Charlotte that builds on his career as a former head basketball coach at SMU, Florida Atlantic, UNC and Notre Dame. Doherty, who also is a motivational speaker, discusses the importance of rebounding from adversity and the keys to building a fulfilling life and career. He and journalist Jane King recently launched a monthly Bloomberg TV program on leadership.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

On today's episode, Ben Kinney talks to Cheryl Richards, President & CEO at Catapult Employers Association. Catapult was born when Capital Associated Industries of Raleigh and the Triad, and The Employers Association of Charlotte merged to form a powerful organization. Cheryl talks to us about her impressive professional journey, the different services they provide for small and medium sized business, and more.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

On today's episode, Chris Roush talks with Greg Johnson, managing director of Orbital Socket in Charlotte. Orbital Socket is a creative communications firm. Johnson has worked for ad agencies and was on the Air Jordan account for Nike as marketing director. He previously was chief marketing officer and president of Charlotte-based Boone Oakley.

Welcome to Chatter with BNC, Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people.

On today's episode, Ben Kinney speaks with Eric Hobbs, the  President at Technology Associates. They talk about his career journey and how he got to be where he is, what's new in the world of tech, and more.