What is NC REAL?
NC REAL is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to helping bring entrepreneurship and small business creation to North Carolina. Through our training programs and curriculum, we have helped thousands of people create new jobs throughout our state.
NC REAL stands for North Carolina Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning. We provide educational programs and support for adults or youth interested in entrepreneurship. Learn More
Recent News
Dr. Tony E. Johnson has been named Executive Director of Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning (NC REAL). Johnson brings over 20 years experience leading entrepreneurial development initiatives in the public and not-for-profit arenas to the organization. Continue Reading…
By LARRY DALE Daily Courier Staff Writer
RUTHERFORDTON — Entrepreneurship and small business creation are the main focuses of NC REAL, and Angie Grohwin’s business is one of the program’s success stories. Grohwin opened The Coffee Place in May 2007. This June, she moved the shop to a larger facility next to the courthouse. Continue Reading…
The 2008 REAL Entrepreneurship Curriculum is now available for purchase to REAL Certified Facilitators. Continue Reading…
Ms. Rose Orange competed in the Business Plan Competition and placed 4th in the Nation! Rose presented her own business plan for her new business Topiary Rose. Rose competed and placed higher than several major universities, including Arizona State University, and Virginia Tech. Rose previously won 1st place in North Carolina at the State PBL competition. Continue Reading…
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