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Quality Collision Group Acquires Relentless Collision

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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Quality Collision Group, a prominent consortium of OEM-certified collision repair centers backed by private equity, announces a strategic expansion by successfully acquiring three Relentless Collision locations in North Carolina.

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  • Quality Collision Group, a prominent consortium of OEM-certified collision repair centers backed by private equity, announces a strategic expansion by successfully acquiring three Relentless Collision locations in North Carolina.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231106172199/en/
    Quality Collision Group is thrilled with the acquisition of three North Carolina Relentless Collision locations.
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    Quality Collision Group (QCG) strategic focus is centered on building the nation’s largest, most trusted OEM-certified collision repair organization through an acquisition strategy that maintains the high standards and quality of service at the collision repair facilities it acquires.
  • “Our strategic acquisition of three Relentless Collision locations in North Carolina aligns perfectly with our commitment to maintaining the quality of service our customers expect,” says Matt Robbins, COO of Quality Collision Group.

The ONE Group Hospitality Inc. Opens STK Charlotte

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) today announced the opening of its newest STK Steakhouse in the bustling and lively Center City region of Charlotte.

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  • The ONE Group Hospitality, Inc. (Nasdaq: STKS) today announced the opening of its newest STK Steakhouse in the bustling and lively Center City region of Charlotte.
  • The opening of STK Charlotte – a company-owned location – is the first STK restaurant in the state of North Carolina, marking the next step in The ONE Group Hospitality’s strategic expansion initiatives and long-term nationwide growth strategy.
  • “STK serves as a springboard for every guest that walks through our doors to an unforgettable experience for every occasion.
  • Hours of operation for STK Charlotte are as follows:
    Hours of Operation | Monday-Thursday 11:00am-12:00am, Friday 11:00am-1:00am, Saturday 10:00am-1:00am, Sunday 10:00am-11:00pm
    Happy Hour | Monday-Friday 3:00pm-6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday 3:00pm-5:30pm, Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm-Close

Aramark Sports + Entertainment Launches Dozens of New Branded Concepts for 2023 College Football Kick-Off

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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(NC State)

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  • (NC State)
    Bakes & BBQ: Sweet and savory – fans can try a local apple fritter pulled pork sandwich.
  • (University of North Carolina Chapel Hill)
    In addition to its entirely new culinary brands, Aramark is also expanding the proven concepts that students have come to know and love.
  • (East Carolina University and University of South Carolina)
    Eat Drink Taco offers high-quality tacos sold in pairs with a side of chips and salsa.
  • (University of Tennessee)
    Further expansion of these concepts will take place as Aramark gears up for arena season.

Truist invests $17 million in the future of Charlotte and communities across North Carolina

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Thursday, August 10, 2023
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CHARLOTTE, N.C., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Truist Financial Corporation (NYSE: TFC) and Truist Foundation today announced $17 million in commitments to support affordable housing in Charlotte and career development and economic mobility programs across North Carolina.

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  • $1 million Truist Foundation grant to Per Scholas North Carolina to expand technology skills training in rural North Carolina.
  • $1 million Truist Foundation grant to NPower to provide technology skills and employment opportunities for military-connected individuals and underserved young adults in the Raleigh community.
  • That's why we're thrilled to be partnering with Truist Foundation for our expansion into North Carolina," said Bertina Ceccarelli, CEO of NPower.
  • Per Scholas North Carolina has seen the impact of our rural training model already, injecting more than $1.9 million back into local communities.

The Habit Burger Grill To Launch Fifth Restaurant in North Carolina With New Greensboro Drive-Thru Location

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
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In honor of their fifth restaurant in North Carolina and the Greensboro grand opening, The Habit Burger Grill will host an exclusive pre-opening VIP event for their CharClub and mobile app members.

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  • In honor of their fifth restaurant in North Carolina and the Greensboro grand opening, The Habit Burger Grill will host an exclusive pre-opening VIP event for their CharClub and mobile app members.
  • “The folks in the Tarheel State have welcomed The Habit Burger Grill with open arms, and we’re thrilled to open our fifth restaurant in the beautiful city of Greensboro,” said Tiffany Furman, Chief Financial Officer at The Habit Burger Grill.
  • Guests at The Habit Burger Grill can always count on freshly-made, handcrafted quality served up with genuine hospitality.
  • This Habit Burger Grill restaurant and drive-thru will be open Monday – Sunday from 10:30am – 10:00pm.

Serial Entrepreneurs Capitalize on the Competitiveness of the Short-Term Rental (STR) Industry

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Monday, July 3, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After launching late last year, BNB Calc has reached it's 2,000th paid subscriber. While most investors in the Short-Term Rental (STR) space see increased competition as a negative, serial entrepreneurs Parker Place and Jeremy Werden have found it to be a profitable opportunity.

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  • Serial entrepreneurs Parker Place and Jeremy Werden have found success by helping investors quickly analyze a property's income potential.
  • NEW YORK, July 3, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- After launching late last year, BNB Calc has reached it's 2,000th paid subscriber.
  • While most investors in the Short-Term Rental (STR) space see increased competition as a negative, serial entrepreneurs Parker Place and Jeremy Werden have found it to be a profitable opportunity.
  • BNB Calc offers real estate investors the ability to accurately project short-term rental revenue and expenses on any residential property.

Gambling.com Group Welcomes Legalization of Online Sports Betting In North Carolina

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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Gambling.com Group stands ready to apply its proven formula in North Carolina to help residents and visitors identify, assess and access the online sportsbooks that will be regulated by the NC Lottery. The Group helps licensed online gambling operators acquire players through its portfolio of websites, including Gambling.com, Bookies.com, RotoWire.com and the soon-to-launch, Casinos.com, as well as state-specific websites like BetCarolina.com -- which the Group launched in March 2022 to help residents find up-to-date information on NC-specific sports betting topics such as legislative updates, breaking news about the push for regulation and betting coverage of local teams – as well as through the Charlotte Observer, Raleigh News & Observer and the Durham Herald-Sun via the Group’s media partnership with The McClatchy Company.

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  • Gambling.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: GAMB) (“Gambling.com Group” or the “Group”), a leading provider of player acquisition services for the regulated global online gambling industry, today noted the signing of House Bill 347 to allow legal, regulated online sports betting across North Carolina – becoming the 28th state to do so.
  • The legalization of online sports betting in North Carolina is a highlight for Gambling.com Group’s co-founders and Charlotte natives, Charles Gillespie and Kevin McCrystle, who during their time at UNC Chapel Hill started the business that would become Gambling.com Group in 2006.
  • Our journey to building one of the world’s leading online gambling performance marketing companies has now come full circle with the legalization of online sports betting in North Carolina.
  • “After traveling all around the world helping to expand regulated betting markets, it is amazing to finally be home in North Carolina and have access to legal online sports betting,” said McCrystle.

New White Paper Calls for Health Insurer Transparency and More Competition in North Carolina

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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RALEIGH, N.C., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The North Carolina Center for Health & Democracy released a new white paper, "How Do We Fix Healthcare in North Carolina," authored by health insurance payment reform advocate, bestselling author and former health insurance executive, Wendell Potter.

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  • RALEIGH, N.C., April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The North Carolina Center for Health & Democracy released a new white paper, " How Do We Fix Healthcare in North Carolina ," authored by health insurance payment reform advocate, bestselling author and former health insurance executive, Wendell Potter.
  • "The United States healthcare system is facing rising costs, lack of access to care and disparities in health outcomes.
  • As a former healthcare executive, I've consistently called for reforms to one of the main problems I see in healthcare: health insurers," Wendell Potter writes in the white paper.
  • The North Carolina Center for Health and Democracy examines the status of health care in the state, educating audiences about the role health insurance companies have on costs, access, care outcomes and the long-term sustainability of care for North Carolinians.

Former North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Sam J. Ervin IV Joins Brooks Pierce

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023
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GREENSBORO, N.C., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brooks Pierce is pleased to announce that former Supreme Court of North Carolina Justice Sam J. Ervin IV has joined the firm as Of Counsel.

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  • GREENSBORO, N.C., April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brooks Pierce is pleased to announce that former Supreme Court of North Carolina Justice Sam J. Ervin IV has joined the firm as Of Counsel.
  • In addition to his eight years on the Supreme Court of North Carolina, he served as a judge on the North Carolina Court of Appeals for six years and as a commissioner on the North Carolina Utilities Commission for nine- and one-half years.
  • "Justice Ervin has served the state of North Carolina well throughout his career.
  • During that time, he participated in handling a variety of civil, criminal and administrative matters, including civil and criminal jury trials, proceedings before the Utilities Commission, and appeals before the North Carolina Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of North Carolina.

Ellianos Coffee Drive-Thru Franchise Expanding Into North Carolina

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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LAKE CITY, Fla., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellianos Coffee , a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is making its way into the Tar Heel State with three franchises coming soon.

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  • LAKE CITY, Fla., March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellianos Coffee , a southeast-based drive-thru specialty coffee brand, is making its way into the Tar Heel State with three franchises coming soon.
  • With North Carolina being one of the nation's fastest-growing states, it was a no-brainer to expand into this market.
  • A contact at Ellianos reported on the new, coming-soon stores, "From the mountains to the piedmont to the coastal plain, coffee is one of the most popular drinks in North Carolina.
  • Ellianos is currently seeking franchisees for areas in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, and North Carolina.