Chatter with BNC

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Jud Gee, managing partner of JHG Financial in Charlotte. Gee discusses the market’s current volatility due to the pandemic, tips for financial planning and tactical management, and what he's advising for clients.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Steven Rogelberg, a professor of organizational science, psychology, and management at UNC Charlotte. Rogelberg discusses his book, "The Surprising Science of Meetings," the benefits of effective workplace communication and tips for holding productive meetings under a stay-at-home order.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Chris Chung, CEO of the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina. Chung discusses economic development in the state in light of the pandemic, how EDPNC is adapting to fit the current pressing needs of the business world, resources available to struggling N.C. businesses, and something a little lighter: relaxing music to listen to during a time of social distancing.

This is the second in a series of informative monthly podcasts for North Carolina businesses from PNC in partnership with Business North Carolina magazine. On this episode, we chat with Jim Hansen, regional president for PNC Bank for the eastern Carolinas. Hansen discusses his North Carolina roots and banking background, and PNC's focus and goals for the future.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Laura Helms Reece, CEO of Durham-based contract-research organization Rho. Reece discusses Rho’s origin story, trends in the industry and how coronavirus is affecting the contract-research world.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Rick French, chairman and CEO of Raleigh-based French | West | Vaughan. French discusses the scope of FWV's work in public affairs, advertising and digital media; the changing nature of company communications; and how businesses should approach coronavirus communication strategies.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Stephen Lawler, president and CEO of the North Carolina Healthcare Association. Lawler discusses hot topics in the health care industry, rural health care access, rising drug costs, and closing the coverage gap in the state

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, we talk with Mark Mahoney, co-founder of Huntersville-based Jackrabbit Technologies. Mahoney discusses Jackrabbit's growth, how his interest in gymnastics and software lead to the start of the company, and more.

Welcome to Business North Carolina's weekly podcast, serving up interviews with some of the Tar Heel State's most interesting people. This week, from downtown Raleigh's The Dillon, we talk with Willy Stewart, CEO of engineering, planning and design firm Stewart. He discusses how he founded the company nearly 26 years ago, its massive growth to 220 employees across eight offices and some of the most pressing current issues in the engineering industry.