Springtime is finally here, and so is the yellow fog that coats our cars and wreaks havoc on our sinuses! Aside from this, new life is displaying itself all around us. The grass is greening up, the flowers are once again blooming and in Fayetteville,
L to R: GFBJ Assistant Editor Stephanie Meador, Associate Publisher and Editor Faith Hatton, retired Office Administrator Priscilla Nelson and Publisher Marty Cayton pictured at the 2023 Health Care Heroes awards. Call me sappy, but one of my fa
Photo by Gerd Altmann/PexelsIn this issue, we will be focusing on workforce and recruiting. More specifically, our cover story talks about growing our apprenticeships and internships. As I thought about these subjects, I began to reminisce about my o
This is the season when we are reminded of peace on Earth and goodwill toward all. And yet, historians say that over the past 3,400 years, humans have lived without war for only 268 years! It doesn’t sound like we are allowing the sentiment of the se
MEGAN WATSON/UNSPLASH.COMHave you ever contemplated the question, “How thankful am I?” With Thanksgiving and the holidays approaching, it’s a good time to consider this question. From the time we are learning to talk, good parents are training t
JIGSAWSTOCKER/FREEPIK.COMWhen our team got together last year to come up with our editorial calendar, we thought a nice theme for this month would be “Scary good business.” Of course, the month of October always invokes images of Halloween and being
By the time you read this, Jerome Powell, chairman of the Federal Reserve and the rest of the Federal Reserve board will have undoubtedly lowered the federal reserve borrowing rate by at least 25 basis points or a 1/4 percent. Some expect it to be a
As an entrepreneur and business owner, the term nonprofit has always been a category to try and avoid. When starting out in business, the owner/entrepreneur takes great risk, many times using their own capital to stand up the business. All this is do
FAUXELS/PEXELS.COMOn most Sundays around 10:45 a.m., you’ll find me in Room 2209 at Village Baptist Church. I have the privilege of leading an adult lifegroup (or Sunday school for those of you born before 1980) and we are reviewing the impact and im
Summer has arrived and like the theme song from the first Beverly Hills Cop soundtrack, “The Heat Is On!” And with the heat, comes summer vacation, but not for everyone. This has usually been the time when families get away for vacation and trav
In May, the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal celebrated small business month and Mother’s Day! In an effort to further recognize both of these important events, we have assembled a few stories highlighting working mothers and “mom-owned” small b
It’s a true statement that we become like those with whom we spend the most time! Of course, that can be good or bad, depending on the company you keep. But in this edition of the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, we are focusing on the good thi
What an impactful month March is! We get to honor the women in our lives throughout the month of March, and more specifically on March 8 for International Women’s Day. We also get to celebrate the beginning of new life in spring which coincidentally
Suzy Hazelwood/Pexels.comWhat’s most important to you? This question has been popping up in recent news stories, social media posts and the like that I have recently been reading. Of course, I (I, with arrogant emphasis) know what’s most importa
IS 2024 YOUR YEAR? Perhaps. A portion of our editorial calendar below highlights special focus themes that we will be covering this year: JANUARY 26 New year, New business FEBRUARY 23 Black Owned Businesses MARCH 22 Women in Business&n
Fayetteville’s local economy, abundant pool of talent and labor sources and military affiliation make it the perfect area to start abusiness or introduce a franchise - Photo created with CanvaWelcome to our Nov. 17 issue where we are highlighting som
A photo of myself (right) and my brother, Tony Cayton at his white coat ceremony in 2013 - PHOTO PROVIDED BY MARTY CAYTONWelcome to our issue dedicated to the heroes in health care. We have some great stories from health care related organizations wh
DIGGITY MARKETING/UNSPLASHMy education in entrepreneurship started early in life. My father believed in hard work and he taught my two brothers and me to do the same. We were always expected to earn our own money for extracurricular activities. We le
“Everybody can be great...because anybody can serve.” — MARTIN LUTHER KING Most people in the workforce today have had some experience in the food service industry. In fact, according to Restaurant Business Online, half ofall adults have worked
Joy Cayton with the newest furry addition to the family, Idgie - Photo provided by Marty CaytonSince my last publisher’s comments, our empty nest has become less empty! My wife and I participated in a fundraising auction back on St. Patrick’s Day to
Marty Cayton (right) plays opposite Nancy Holmes (left) who played Golda in the Western Harnett High School’s production ofFiddler on the Roof performed in fall of 1984. I was exposed to the musical arts very early in my life. When I was a
BROOKS RICE/UNSPLASHUltimately, it’s the time spent with the people you love that will be most valuable.As summer approaches, this issue’s focus is on the business of fun, food and family! In today’s technology and experience driven world, I have som
FROM THE PUBLISHER: This issue is about "Faith in Business" and I thought it would be fitting to allow Dr. Bill Korver, President of Carolina College of Biblical Studies, to share his thoughts on faith. God bless you and yours. Dr. Bi
Silicon Valley Bank's homepage on Monday, March 13 noting at the top the new operating bank, Silicon Valley Bridge Bank, N.A. a newly created, full-service FDIC-operated ‘bridge bank’ - PHOTO TAKEN FROM WWW.SVB.COM By now most everyone
The month of February combines a number of historic and cultural holidays,some are recognized worldwide and others here in the U.S. I don’t know about you, but I believe February is a very interesting month. With only 28 days (except for a leap
Rakicevic Nenad/PexelsIf you’re reading this, let me just say, “Thank You.” In our world of over stimulation and information overload, it is our honor to have you take any of your time to learn more about the businesses, organizations and people we w
Tis the season to make a difference, help your fellow man and remain grateful as we start fresh with a new year - Photo courtesy of Jonathan Borba/Unsplash In this last issue of 2022, which our media kit called “highlights of the hidden,” we hav
Photo provided by Marty CaytonHappy early Thanksgiving! I n my family, we will all gather together this Thursday for the traditional feast. One thing in particular that we will enjoy is hearing stories and experiences of the past from my in-laws
It’s hard to believe that we have less than 60 days left in 2022! Where has the time gone? To the history books, that’s where! Oh, how I love history. Not everyone shares my love, in fact, not many. I’m not sure why, there’s so much to learn! So
Kraken Images/UnsplashQuick, true story: Do you know what the number one problem was for every major city in the world at the turn of the 20th century? You might be surprised to know that it was horse manure. The cities could not dispose of it fast e
Nataliya Vaitkevich/PexelsIf you have lived long enough, you have probably heard the old saying, “There’s only two certainties in this world; death, and taxes,” made famous by Benjamin Franklin. While there’s a morbid sense of truth here, the prepara
I don’t know about you, but it seems like I blinked and July was in the rear view! What a great month to spend time with family and friends celebrating life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. During this time, I had some quiet moments to catch up
The state of our economy holds up a mirror to the decisions of leadership. PHOTO PROVIDED BY LUIS VILLASMIL/UNSPLASH.I was recently in a meeting with another executive who asks his staff to follow this guideline, which he also follows, when trying to
It’s hard to believe that it’s already been a year since we launched Greater Fayetteville Business Journal on May 28, 2021 — and what a year it has been!From launching a digital platform to printing our first volume in its entirety, this year has bee
Research has shown that the most significant percentage of America’s wealth is found in family-owned businesses. KAROLINA GRABOWSKA/PEXELSIt’s funny to me how life changes about every five to ten years once you reach 30. Of course, we know the obviou
One of the most important attributes of the underdog is the “never give up mentality.”I can still remember the night. I was in my childhood home living room, sitting in front of the old big-box TV set, watching it intently. It was April 4, 1983.The N
March is Women’s History Month, and although it’s difficult to confine the impact of a little more than half the human race to one month, it seemsappropriate, at least for me, that March would be the month chosen.To say that I was — and in many ways,
The Fayetteville area has a diverse community, and we are better for it.As I write my publisher’s comments for our February 18 issue, I decided to take a stroll down memory lane. One of my favorite things about being the publisher of Greater Fayettev
In late 2020, when we were laying the foundation of what we wanted this new media company to become, faith was a significant part of the equation: 1. Faith in God. 2. Faith in our team. 3. Faith in the business community. I am hum
What a great song. Wouldn’t it be nice if the world truly did have joy? Especially during this season, we often think about those we love, those we’ve lost and, yes, unfortunately, those we’ve hurt or those who have hurt us. Christmas and the ho
In memory of Colin Powell, first Black U.S. secretary of state and four-star general, 1937-2021. Photo provided by U.S. Department of State. Editor's note: The Publisher's Note below was written for the upcoming issue of Greater Fayettevil
Marty Cayton, publisher of Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, was the keynote speaker for day one of the 2021 TechNet event.This past Thursday, I had the honor of speaking at Armed Forces Communications andElectronics Association’s annual TechNet
I love the month of July! Aside from celebrating the birth of our nation, which I love to do, it is a time for celebrating family, friends and usually taking some time away from the office and the demands of the work week schedule to really unwind.&n
Many of us were taught this concept either in Sunday school or by a loving parent, grandparent, guardian, etc.A truly successful endeavor should always have this mindset at the forefront of its mission. Consider others more important than yourselves.
Marty CaytonWhat compels us to change? Is it motivated by selfishness? Peer pressure? A deep dissatisfaction of the status quo?In my life, the driving factor has been what I would call an internal force that knocks on my heart and mind’s door and ask
Cape Fear Regional Theatre officially broke ground on an expansion and renovation of their facility at 1209 Hay St. on April 7. Photos by GFBJ.At noon today, April 7, Cape Fear Regional Theatre officially broke ground on an expansion and renovation o
DistiNCtly Fayetteville is calling all hospitality businesses throughout Cumberland County’s vast tourism industry to submit their nominations for the 2025 DistiNCtly Fayetteville Tourism Awards coming to the community on Sept. 18, 2025. This is
Renovations to a roof in the Pope Army Airfield's Hillcrest neighborhood is part of the Homestead Project. Photo by Jason Ragucci, Fort Bragg Garrison Public Affairs Office.Fort Bragg is undergoing a transformation with the launch of the Homestead Pr
