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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

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NC REAL Board of Directors Launches Executive Director Search

NC REAL Board of Directors Launches Executive Director Search

North Carolina Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning (“NC REAL”) is a 501©(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to develop entrepreneurial talent and foster the creation of sustainable enterprises throughout North Carolina, with special emphasis on rural communities. NC REAL’s vision is that communities across North Carolina will have a healthy, vibrant economy in which small business and successful entrepreneurial activity plays a vital role, where people develop the skills they need for productive participation, and where all people with business interests and aspirations have access to high quality entrepreneurship education.

NC REAL’s board of directors is currently seeking an experienced leader for the position of Executive Director. The desired candidate will have a bold, entrepreneurial vision for the future of the organization. The Executive Director’s fundamental responsibilities will be to provide strategic leadership and vision, solidify core programmatic strength, increase NC REAL’s visibility and support across the state, and seek and develop a more diversified funding base. NC REAL is headquartered in Raleigh, NC.

Application Process: To be considered, qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and résumé via email by August 30, 2010, 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard time to:

edsearch@ncreal.org

Dr. Eleanor H. Herndon
Interim Executive Director
NC REAL Enterprises

Review of candidates’ materials will begin in September and continue until the position is filled.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Continue Reading…

NC REAL Welcomes Fourteen New REAL Facilitators!

NC REAL Welcomes Fourteen New REAL Facilitators!

NC REAL held its winter REAL Institute February 8-12, 2010 in Chapel Hill. It was a busy week, full of hard work, networking and fun! Each participant learned about entrepreneurship education, the principles of the experiential learning cycle, and delivering the REAL curriculum. We had a terrific week and are excited about our newest facilitators. They include:  Continue Reading…

Business 101 for Farmers

Business 101 for Farmers

The first ever REAL Ag-Entrepreneurship Short Course was held this spring at Edgecombe Community College at the Rocky Mount Campus. The REAL Ag-Entrepreneurship Short course is part of the Regional Ag-Entrepreneur Development Initiative funded by the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission. The curriculum, developed by NC REAL, covers the basics of the business planning process for the farm business. The farm-based businesses included sellers at local farmer’s markets, specialty crops, and meat goats. During the eight week course participants assessed their business idea, created a marketing strategy, developed business financials  Continue Reading…

Success Story - The Teachers' Connection, LLC

Success Story - The Teachers' Connection, LLC

Melinda McKinney started the Teachers’ Connection after doing extensive market research. She found that a need existed and how she could fulfill that need. McDowell County does not have a store for teachers to purchase school supplies, materials, bulletin board materials, etc. They carry teacher supplies by Carson-Dellosa, Creative Teaching Press and others  Continue Reading…

NC REAL Reaches 362 Students During National Entrepreneurship Week

NC REAL Reaches 362 Students During National Entrepreneurship Week

NC REAL participated in three separate ‘Entrepreneurship Days’ in three NC Counties; Haywood, McDowell and Burke. All together 362 High School, Early College, and Middle School Students participated in the activities.  Continue Reading…

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