In this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with Scott Chamberlin, Managing Director of Venture Capital Relationships at Customers Bank. With over 25 years of experience in tech banking across Silicon Valley, Boston, Toronto, and now Wilmington, NC, Scott shares his journey from launching startup-focused banking divisions to navigating the evolving landscape…
Read articleIn this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with General Robert S. Cooley, Jr.—retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, co-founder of neurodata science company Nuream, and owner of two beloved Wilmington businesses: Apple Annie’s Bake Shop and The Wine Sampler. Rob shares insights from his 37 years of military service, his early start…
Read articleOn this episode of Amplified CEO, Richard Stroupe sits down with Kevin Green, Partner and Chief Strategy Officer at NextPoint Group, a consulting firm delivering mission-critical IT solutions and professional services to the defense, intelligence, and homeland security sectors. Kevin is also the Co-Founder of Horns and Hens Farm, known for it's Scottish Highland cattle,…
Read articleWhat happens when an entrepreneur finally steps away from the grind—only to be pulled back in? Scott Moody, co-founder of AuthenTec—the company behind the fingerprint technology that became a cornerstone of Apple’s Touch ID—joins Richard Stroupe, host of Amplified CEO, to discuss the challenges of retirement, the thrill of reinvention, and why purpose, not just…
Read articleIn this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with Jeff Peterson, owner of Peterson Properties, to discuss his journey from running an upholstery business to becoming a successful real estate developer. Jeff shares how he got started, the challenges he faced, and his approach to growing a diverse portfolio of vacation rentals,…
Read articleCan AI change the future of opioid use disorder treatment? On this episode of Amplified CEO, host Richard Stroupe sits down with David Reeser, Founder and CEO of OpiAID, a groundbreaking company using artificial intelligence to transform the way we treat opioid use disorder. From his early passion for healthcare to pioneering predictive analytics, David…
Read articleRichard's guest is Ian Padrick, CEO and founder of Ohanafy, an AI-powered platform revolutionizing the food and beverage industry. Ohanafy helps businesses streamline operations, leverage data-driven insights for smarter decision-making, and maximize revenue from start to finish. Ian shares the pivotal moments that led him to leave a secure corporate career, the challenges of building…
Read articleToday’s guest is Justin Williams, CEO of Carolina Marketing Co. With over 20 years in regional publishing, Justin’s portfolio includes lifestyle magazines that spotlight communities from Oak Island and Southport to Wilmington and Topsail. His team specializes in graphic design, digital marketing, geofencing, and delivering media and services that connect people and tell the stories…
Read articleJim Roberts, Founder of NEW – Network for Entrepreneurs in Wilmington – sits down with Richard and discusses his journey from growing up in Florida to becoming a pivotal figure in North Carolina’s startup scene. Jim shares his initiatives in Charlotte, Asheville, and Raleigh before ultimately focusing on Wilmington. He shares insights on the local…
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