Crisis planning starts from the top down, and you can never be too prepared. Crisis management is the management of choices at a turning point and, simply put, crises are defining moments for leaders.

North Carolina’s CEOs have stated that their number one concern is the availability of skilled talent. Today’s employers are ever more aware of the need for effective education systems at all levels to ensure students are prepared for the 21st century global marketplace.

According to Credit Suisse, the average age of an S&P 500 company today is under 20 years, down from 60 years in the 1950s. While mergers and acquisitions have played a role, analysts point to technological disruption as the driving force.

When you’re given 2-5 years to live, how do you decide to spend that time? That question has keenly interested me ever since I was diagnosed with ALS in 2014.

The North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival kicks off its 44th iteration at Tom Johnson Camping World in Marion on Aug. 16. The family-friendly outdoor festival offers three full days of premium entertainment from top bluegrass acts and up-and-coming performers.

Are you a native North Carolinian?
Yes, I live in the community of Ocean on Bogue Sound.

You’ve heard of farm-to-table restaurants, but have you heard of farm-to-cocktail bars? The new movement espouses the use of fresh produce from local farmers rather than canned or bottled juices and mixers.

Recently we shared a story about how virtual reality can help employees with nerve-wracking job interviews or a fear of public speaking. However, VR is taking on a role on the other side of the desk for employers.

John W. Thomas was always confident, a make-it-happen type of guy. He had to be. John grew up fast when his father died in 1810 when John was ten. By the age 17, he moved to Davidson County to mine for precious metals.

Great for a special evening out or brunch on a sunny day, ROCKSALT in Charlotte is a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Located in Park Road Shopping Center, the popular seafood restaurant offers a spacious outdoor patio, a wood-fired grill, and an oyster bar.

From the mountains to the coast, North Carolina offers quite a few beautiful drives.

What if you could get all of your groceries without the hassle of driving to the store, physically filling up your cart, and carrying heavy grocery bags into your home? Well, it’s possible. Check out Shipt, a membership-based grocery marketplace.