Raleigh, North Carolina

SECU Foundation Provides Mission Development Grant to Help Freedom Life Expand Services

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Thursday, February 20, 2020
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RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freedom Life, a non-profit corporation born out of the prison ministry of McDowell Mission Ministries in Marion, N.C., received a $40,000 Mission Development grant from the SECU Foundation.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 20, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Freedom Life, a non-profit corporation born out of the prison ministry of McDowell Mission Ministries in Marion, N.C., received a $40,000 Mission Development grant from the SECU Foundation.
  • An announcement was made this week during a State Employees Credit Union (SECU) Advisory Board meeting where Jama Campbell, Executive Director of the SECU Foundation, presented a ceremonial check to Freedom Life officials.
  • SECU Foundations grant is intended to further Freedom Lifes mission to help individuals impacted by the justice system break through unhealthy life cycles and reduce the risk of recidivism.
  • On behalf of the Board, staff, volunteers, and most importantly the clients of Freedom Life, I want to express my utmost gratitude to the SECU Foundation for being selected as a recipient of this grant, said Danny Hampton, Executive Director of Freedom Life.

US 321 Road Widening Lands on Homeowners' Doorsteps Amidst DOT's "Precarious" Finances

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Thursday, February 20, 2020
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The News & Observer in Raleigh recently described the department's finances as " precarious ."

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  • The News & Observer in Raleigh recently described the department's finances as " precarious ."
  • With so much uncertainty at the department, homeowners may expect additional pushback from their negotiators.
  • By North Carolina law, property owners whose land or businesses are targeted for acquisition ultimately receive an offer from the state.
  • But, if continued negotiations are successful, the property owner will receive a "second check" in addition to the first offer.

Trelora Opens in Phoenix and Raleigh

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Monday, February 17, 2020
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Trelora sees an incredible opportunity to serve the Phoenix and Raleigh communities as an alternativeto the traditional real estate model.

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  • Trelora sees an incredible opportunity to serve the Phoenix and Raleigh communities as an alternativeto the traditional real estate model.
  • Phoenix and Raleigh are 2 of the fastest growing real estate markets in the country, with home values increasing over 45% in the last 5 years for Phoenix and over 35% in the last 5 years for Raleigh.
  • "We look forward to saving our Phoenix and Raleigh customers millions of dollars in the years ahead."
  • As Trelora customer Heather G from Denver puts it: "The Trelora team managed the sales process the same as any agent or broker.

CESI Announces Community Development Financial Institution Certification for Carolina Community Impact

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
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RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Consumer Education Services, Inc. (CESI) is pleased to announce that affiliated non-profit, Carolina Community Impact has been certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 12, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Consumer Education Services, Inc. (CESI) is pleased to announce that affiliated non-profit, Carolina Community Impact has been certified as a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
  • Carolina Community Impact joins a small number of certified CDFI organizations nationwide with a focus on community and economic development.
  • As a certified CDFI, Carolina Community Impact will offer financial products paired with financial counseling provided by CESI to North Carolina residents and small businesses excluded from mainstream financial services.
  • "As a CDFI, Carolina Community Impact will be able to expand on our mission of linking financial education and lending products," said Scott Wolford, Program Director for Carolina Community Impact.

SECU Foundation Provides Challenge Grant in Support of Emergency Shelter in Surry County

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Wednesday, February 12, 2020
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RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A Surry County non-profit organization that dreamed of building a new emergency shelter to help an increasing homeless population has received a boost of support from the member-funded SECU Foundation.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Feb. 12, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A Surry County non-profit organization that dreamed of building a new emergency shelter to help an increasing homeless population has received a boost of support from the member-funded SECU Foundation.
  • A check representing a $500,000 challenge grant was presented to The Shepherds House (TSH) by SECU Foundation Executive Director Jama Campbell during a special event held this week in Mount Airy.
  • To date, the non-profit has served over 2,300 clients, providing nearly 67,000 nights of shelter for those in need.
  • Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of more than $169 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.

Draganfly Opens New Strategic United States Office on North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus

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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
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Centennial Campus, in the heart of North Carolinas research capital, is a unique part of NC STATE dedicated to the convergence of industry, research and academia.

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  • Centennial Campus, in the heart of North Carolinas research capital, is a unique part of NC STATE dedicated to the convergence of industry, research and academia.
  • The campus works with over 70 corporate, government and non-profit partners, in addition to housing over 75 NC State research centers, institutes, laboratories and department units.
  • Expanding our operations to NC States Centennial Campus gives us an incredible strategic advantage over our competitors, said Patrick Imbasciani, Draganfly Chief Operating Officer.
  • Draganfly officially opened its U.S. office at North Carolina State University in Raleigh, North Carolina on February 1, 2020.

G&S Business Communications Names Dana Ferrell MD of the Raleigh Office; Kerry Henderson to Retire After 25 Years

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Tuesday, February 11, 2020
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G&S , a business communications agency that helps innovative companies change the world, announces the appointment of Dana Ferrell to Managing Director (MD) of the Raleigh office.

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  • G&S , a business communications agency that helps innovative companies change the world, announces the appointment of Dana Ferrell to Managing Director (MD) of the Raleigh office.
  • Former Raleigh MD and agency principal Kerry Henderson will retire after a 25-year-career with the agency.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20200211005177/en/
    Ferrell now oversees the agencys 83-person Raleigh office where she is responsible for its operations and growth.
  • G&S Business Communications is a global independent business communications firm headquartered in New York, with offices in Chicago, Raleigh, North Carolina, Basel, Switzerland.

The Preiss Company and Investcorp Complete Joint Venture Acquisition of 525-Bed Signature West Midtown Student Housing Complex

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Monday, February 3, 2020
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Officials at The Preiss Company (TPCO), one of the nations largest, privately-held, student housing owner-operators, and Investcorp, a leading global provider and manager of alternative investment products, today announced the joint venture acquisition of the 525-bed Signature West Midtown student housing complex in Atlanta, Ga.

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  • Officials at The Preiss Company (TPCO), one of the nations largest, privately-held, student housing owner-operators, and Investcorp, a leading global provider and manager of alternative investment products, today announced the joint venture acquisition of the 525-bed Signature West Midtown student housing complex in Atlanta, Ga.
  • This acquisition marks our fourth student housing complex in Georgia and our entry into the attractive and growing Atlanta market, said Susan Folckemer, chief acquisitions & development officer, TPCO.
  • Located at 800 Marietta Street NW, the student housing complex provides studio-, 1-, 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-bedroom configurations.
  • Celebrating its 32nd year, Raleigh, North Carolina-based, The Preiss Company specializes in the development, acquisition and management of off-campus student housing.

Offerpad Completes First Year in Raleigh Market

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Thursday, January 30, 2020
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RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Real estate tech innovator and pioneer Offerpad , celebrated its first anniversary in Raleigh in January.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., Jan. 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Real estate tech innovator and pioneer Offerpad , celebrated its first anniversary in Raleigh in January.
  • Raleigh has been a reliable market for Offerpad; it operates in 87 cities across eastern North Carolina.
  • In addition, Offerpad is now powering Keller Offers, the iBuyer division of Keller Williamsthis partnership has been live in Raleigh as of December 2019.
  • Offerpad has reached significant milestones during its first year in Raleigh, both locally and around the country:

BGE Expands Operations in Southeast

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Wednesday, January 29, 2020
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BGE, Inc. is expanding its land and site development operations in the Southeast with the addition of key individuals in Georgia, Florida and North Carolina.

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  • BGE, Inc. is expanding its land and site development operations in the Southeast with the addition of key individuals in Georgia, Florida and North Carolina.
  • Kelly Race, PE joined BGE as practice leader to expand land and site development services in Raleigh.
  • A licensed professional engineer in 10 states, James Kelley, PE joined BGE as manager of land/site development for the Tampa office.
  • We are focused on diversification through strategic expansion in the southeastern United States, said Randy Randermann, BGEs Southeast Region Operations Leader.