Fayetteville’s Sani was recently accepted into the Eastern North
Carolina Entrepreneurial Promise.
According to the organization, The Eastern North Carolina Entrepreneurial Promise (ENCEP) is a virtual regional accelerator delivering mentoring, 1:1 coaching, targeted strategic advisory services, and access to capital to 15 small and emerging businesses from across eastern NC.
The project runs for two years and is coordinated by The National Institute of Minority Economic Development and Natural Capital Investment Fund.
Sisters Niki and Ritika Shamdasani launched their clothing business as a way to stay connected to their South Asian culture, as well as providing visibility of craftsmanship and techniques of their clothing.
AFCEA- NC Fort Bragg Chapter’s annual summit brings together leaders from industry, academic and research institutions, innovation hubs, Veteran organizations and elite Army and Special Operations commands. Graphic provided by Phil Williams
Fayetteville brokers and agents are entering 2026 with cautious optimism about what lies ahead.
Located at 225 Hay St. in downtown Fayetteville, Cameo Art House Theatre has two auditoriums and screens films ranging from classics to new releases. The theater also prioritizes spotlighting local and up-and-coming filmmakers. Photo by James Throsse
