Fractional with Chris Capone and Associates

Roy Bechtold is a Financial Advisor at Raymond James and a retired Marine Raider with more than 20 years of service in the United States Marine Corps. Throughout his military career, Roy led teams in high-pressure environments around the world, where preparation, trust, and decisive leadership weren't just valuable, they were essential. Today, he brings those same principles to his work helping bu...

Dan Brawley is the Executive Director of the Cucalorus Film Foundation, founder of Jengo's Playhouse, and a longtime advocate for Wilmington's arts community and revitalization of Downtown Wilmington. Through decades of involvement in the neighborhood, Dan has helped guide the area's evolution from an overlooked industrial corridor into one of Wilmington's most unique districts. Along the way, nei...

E63: Tucker Beerman - Refine Tile + Design Tucker Beerman is the Owner of Refine Tile + Design, a Wilmington-based luxury tile and flooring showroom. Since launching Refine, Tucker has helped grow the company from a small proof-of-concept showroom into one of the region’s premier high-end design and surface destinations. Tucker shares the realities of scaling a business, transitioning from operato...

Ernie Bovio is the Regional President of UNC Health's Southeast Coastal market, where his leadership and expertise is playing a pivotal role in the Wilmington region advancing UNC Health's mission to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians. Ernie is a seasoned healthcare executive with a track record of building new hospitals. Ernie is a 4-time Iron Man, and training for his 5th. We...

Tim Jarman is the Executive Director of Schreiber Foundation, a Wilmington, NC based non-profit that works to remove financial, social, and practical barriers standing between young men and college graduation. Tim is a Wilmington native and Educator of the Year winner for his work in New Hanover County Schools. In addition to his work in education, Tim has stayed true to his passions while remaini...

Josh Hallingse is the VP of Small Business Retention & Expansion for the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce. His primary focus involves supporting local businesses through growth, hiring, and expansion challenges. With over 15 years in economic development across North Carolina, Josh has worked on major projects like Sierra Nevada’s expansion in Mills River, NC and FedUp Foods expansion to...

Randall Johnson is the Executive Director of the Southeastern Region for the North Carolina Biotechnology Center, where he works to grow the state’s biotech ecosystem through economic development, workforce initiatives, and startup support. From helping launch new ventures to building talent pipelines and attracting investment, Randall shares how biotech is shaping North Carolina’s future—and why...

Richard Stroupe is an entrepreneur with a track record of building and exiting companies in the Tech space. From his early days as a software engineer, to scaling a business to 60 employees and a successful exit, Richard shares key lessons from his journey. Today, he focuses on venture investing, advising founders, and helping leaders grow through his “Elevate” program here in the Greater Wilmingt...

Laura Brogdon-Primavera is is the VP of Leadership Development at the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce . Laura and her team have built a career and leadership development academy, which touches every single 7th grader in New Hanover County. Laura also oversees several other programs focused on Leadership Development in our region. Did you know CLDA scaled from just 41 students to nearly 1,80...

Jason Andre is the Production Designer at Wells Insurance, where he leads the company’s creative and content efforts. After earning a degree in Marine Biology, Jason began filming surf edits and documentaries, which led him to launch his own production company, Seven Season Films, before bringing his creative experience into a growing business environment. Did you know Jason has been working on a...

Dr. Umar Bowers is a physician, entrepreneur and owner of Dawson Med - a Primary Care and Urgent Care practice based in Wilmington, NC. Additionally, he serves on several boards and associations, primarily focused on health care talent development and general community development. Dr. Bowers embodies all the characteristics of a leader, and we dive deep into leadership on different levels; specif...

Jeanette Cofer is the founder and owner of JCo., an executive leadership and organizational development firm based in Wilmington, NC. Jeanette spent 15 years in the banking industry, followed by a stint of various consulting and fractional roles in technology startups. She is also a Six Sigma Green Belt. In the latest podcast, Jeanette shares her story along with the mission and vision of her firm...

Grey Vick is the Founder and Owner of Grey Outdoor, a mid-size billboard company operating in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Grey is a UNCW alumni and resides in Wilmington, NC with his wife and kids. Grey is an avid surfer, a family man and a key contributor in our local community. Grey’s journey into entrepreneurship started with a real estate investment while he was working in Pu...

Didier Rabino is a Lean Management and Continuous Improvement expert with over 30 years of practical experience and leadership.  We discussed the history and core philosophy of Lean Management and what it means for small businesses.  Specifically, debunking the negative connotations of “lean” and explaining lean as a philosophy that can be applied in all aspects of life. Lean Management...

Kenneth “Ken” Waldroup, PE is the Executive Director of the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA), a special-purpose unit of local government created by the City of Wilmington and New Hanover County.  Ken shares the history and the formation of the CFPUA, and the vital role it plays in our community and our local economy.  Did you know that CFPUA delivers some of the highest quality...

Kevin Hicks is a Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) based in Wilmington, NC.  He works with small businesses and non-profits to find their “rhythm” and bring strategy to action. Prior to this role, he was a banker with RBC Centura Bank and the COO of a privately owned business. What is the difference between a consultant and a Fractional Executive? Three major signs when a Fraction...

Meaghan Dennison is the Founder and CEO of The Forward Fund, a Non-Profit organization that creates upward economic mobility opportunities by providing interest free loans and financing for short term training and education programs.  Meaghan shares the story of how the Forward Fund was created and lots of details on the process and financing programs. The first loans originated in January 20...

Sophie Dagenais is the interim CEO of The Endowment, a now $1.7 Billion fund that was created upon the sale of New Hanover County Regional Medical Center to Novant health in 2020.  Sophie shares insights on the history, mission, vision as well as impacts of The Endowment since its inception.  Understanding the technical nomenclature and the shift from being a Public Charity vs. a Private...

Mike Breitfeller is the owner of the Breit Group, a Wilmington, NC based financial planning platform, serving both individuals and businesses.  Mike is a UNCW Alumni, and shares the story of how he built his business over the past 15 years. How Mike founded The Breit group and the driving forces behind taking the leap to start his own firm The importance of having a Vision, Purpose and Alignm...

Robert “RB” Preville  is the Founder and CEO of Approve, a Wilmington, NC - based Fintech company that provides an embedded financing platform for equipment sellers.  Robert has an incredible track record of building business from scratch, and shares his story and lessons learned throughout his career.   The role of AI in software development and how it is changing the way comp...

Tommy Taylor is the CEO of the United Way Cape Fear Area and Tony McEwen is a long standing Board Member for the United Way and the Creator of Jerry Day to benefit the United Way.  Tommy and Tony discuss the history, mission and vision of the United Way, and the story behind creating Port City Jerry Day. The United Way of the Cape Fear Area is a locally “owned” and operated non-profit organiz...

Kevin Blackburn is the Executive Director of Kids Making It, a Non-Profit Organization with a mission of supporting at-risk youth in graduating high school, using woodworking as the primary vehicle to learn important life and entrepreneurial skills.  Based on Castle St. in Downtown Wilmington, Kids Making It has served over 20,000 Kids since 1996. Kids Making it was founded in 1996 by Jimmy P...

David Joyner is an Assistant District Attorney and Wilmington City Council Member.  David discusses roles and responsibilities of his Law and Public Service occupations, as well as a deeper dive into how the City Council works.  How David got involved in local politics.  The governance structure of our City Council, its roles and responsibilities. Having a law degree and background...

Steve McRossan is the Executive Director of NourishNC, an organization that is committed to feeding hungry kids and families in New Hanover County through several different programs.  Steve shares the history, mission and vision for the organization.  Did you know that 1 out of every 6 kids in New Hanover County struggle with food insecurity? NourishNC Purchases about 75% of the food, wi...

Mike Brown is a Partner with Cape Fear Commercial, and also very involved in community leadership in Wilmington, NC, holding roles as past Chairmen of the Board for Cape Fear Public Utility (CFPUA) and various roles on the Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce Board.  We talked about all things growth, community and development.  Check out the show! Did you know that Mike Brown was Chai...