Sponsors 2025 - NC Women Business Owners Hall of Fame

Presenting Sponsor

About Kymanox

Kymanox has proven, collaborative, end-to-end solutions that help bring Life Science products to the market – and keep them there. They are a global professional services organization that supports comprehensive drug development with integrated science, engineering, compliance (e.g., QA/RA), and technical project management. Their work across small and large molecules, medical devices, and combination products affords them a wholly unique advantage. With a diverse team of experts, Kymanox helps clients navigate commercialization challenges that arise throughout a product’s life cycle – from early development to post-market – with optimized safety, quality, efficacy, and accessibility. The company strives to advance Life Science innovation through insightful solutions and collaboration…because patients deserve better. For more information, visit https://www.kymanox.com/.

Platinum Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

About PDI Drywall Inc.

PDI supplies and installs drywall for condos in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. We’re proud of the work we do and the level of trust we’ve earned from every customer and general contractor we work with. We’ve developed our level of expertise in the condo sector over the past two decades, and we’re only getting stronger. Learn More: pdidrywallinc.com

Silver Sponsors

About Hummingbird Creative Group

Hummingbird Creative Group is a boutique branding agency helping admired brands build business value through clear communication of brand differentiation. We work primarily with leaders of manufacturing/distribution, healthcare, B2B, non-profits and service businesses to define brand strategy, develop sustainable branding campaigns, and implement sales enablement programs. Our passion is to strengthen each client's promise, presence and profitability over time as we continue helping brands TAKE FLIGHT AND SOAR! Learn more at hummingbird-creative.com.

About Bank of America

Bank of America began serving North Carolina 140 years ago. With the depth of our expertise, resources and geographic reach, we are in a unique position to help promote economic opportunities for many different populations and advance strong economies worldwide. We partner with nonprofits, local governments and cultural institutions that boost job skills, provide affordable housing and improve the economic outlook for their local citizens. Our support helps amplify their efforts and success. Both in our workplace and out in the world, we focus on expanding and supporting opportunities for women, veterans, people with disabilities, the LGBTQ+ community and other underserved groups. We support diversity and inclusion because it helps ensure that everyone has the chance to build a solid financial future. It also strengthens communities and organizations by bringing together broader perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more

About Bassett & Associates P.A.

Bassett & Associates, PA is dedicated to providing corporate tax compliance, tax planning and structuring, accounting, and consulting services exclusively to growing small– and middle-market companies throughout the United States.

Kevin is the founding partner of Bassett & Associates, P.A., a full-service public accounting firm. Bassett & Associates, P.A. provides innovative financial and tax strategies for entrepreneurs and investors. Most of the firm’s clients are owners of privately-held emerging and middle market companies that are seeking financial independence. Learn More: bassettcpas.com

About Express Employment Professionals

Express Employment Professionals is a leading staffing agency in the U.S., specializing in matching job seekers with the best jobs for their skills and experience. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities, including full-time jobs, part-time positions, and temporary roles.

For employers, Express provides customized staffing solutions to help overcome recruiting challenges, manage production fluctuations, handle changes in project scope, and navigate seasonal hiring needs. Our expert staffing services are designed to meet the unique workforce requirements and ensure the success of businesses throughout our community. Learn More

About Lil Associates

Lil Associates II, Inc. was established over 40 years ago as a Construction Consulting Firm, to meet the growing economic environment within Charlotte and the surrounding community. Through our partnerships within the commercial, educational, municipality and community-based sectors, we have successfully developed and implemented diversity related initiatives. Each engagement has provided equitable opportunities and increased inclusion of Minority, Women, Veteran-Owned and Small Businesses. Learn more at lilassociates2.com.

North Carolina Women Business Owners Hall of Fame

About NC Education Lottery

The NC Lottery was created to provide value to North Carolinians. We promised to provide fun and fair games to players and raise money for a good cause: education. Since 2006, we have kept our promise, delivering joy and thrill across the entire state of North Carolina. We have created and continue to nurture an environment and culture committed to social responsibility. Learn more: nclottery.com

Reify Media

Since 2009, award-winning digital media firm Reify Media has created custom projects teams to get work done for our clients – on time and often under budget. With our proven process of creating meaningful content by applying instructional design principles to digital media design, we can create anything. Learn more: reifymedia.com

About Regulator

In 1988, Regulator Marine set out to reinvent the deep-vee center console experience and engineered what is known today as the Legendary Ride. Built in North Carolina and tested against the challenging conditions of the Outer Banks, Regulator boats are seriously tough sportfishers known for their exceptional fit & finish, as well as a dry, soft, and comfortable ride. Designed for ultimate fishability, incredible comfort, and serious performance at every turn, each boat in our line delivers maximum versatility as you pursue the Offshore Life^TM. Learn more: regulatormarine.com

About Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry

You’ll benefit from highly trained dentists, specialists, and hygienists offering a massive menu of smile care solutions under one roof. Cosmetic, family, orthodontic, surgical, pediatric, periodontics, prosthodontics, Invisalign®, dental implants, crowns, endodontics, dentures, complete smile makeovers, and much more. We care about you, your family, and the communities we serve. We believe you deserve our best, every time. You can expect attentiveness to your needs and a deep commitment to do the right thing no matter what. That’s how we deliver a dental experience that changes lives, one smile at a time. Cutting-edge technology and advanced treatment options allow our experienced dental professionals to produce the highest standard of results for our patients. Every professional on our team is dedicated to continual skill development and clinical mastery. Learn more about the Riccobene Way: brushandfloss.com

Bronze Sponsors

About Angus Barn
The Angus Barn Steakhouse, a Raleigh icon serving American style cuisine including in-house aged steaks, fresh seafood, local grown vegetables and homemade desserts prepared by Executive Chef Scott James and his culinary staff. The Barn hosts an award winning wine cellar, the famous Wild Turkey Lounge, Meat Locker lounge, private dining tables, banquet rooms and two private event venues: The Pavilion at the Angus Barn & Bay 7 at American Tobacco Campus in Durham, North Carolina.

Be it a wedding proposal, that special birthday, a business meeting, getting together with friends or simply a family night out, the staff at the Angus Barn strives in making every effort to make each customer feel like the most important person in the world.

Learn more: angusbarn.com

About BodyLase Med Spa
BodyLase Med Spa, founded and led by CEO Karen Albright, is the Triangle’s first stand-alone med spa. Locally and woman-owned for over 20 years, BodyLase delivers expert care with advanced treatments like Botox, fillers, CoolSculpting, semaglutide, and laser services—helping clients look refreshed and feel confident every day.

Learn more: getbodylase.com

About Drucker + Falk
Drucker + Falk is a national multifamily woman-owned management and commercial real estate powerhouse. The leadership and longevity we have enjoyed for over 85 years, in an industry our founders helped shape, is rooted in an ethos of integrity, transparency, service and response. Our distinction as one of the Top 50 property management firms in the country is testament to proven record of performance on behalf of our clients, some of the most tenured and respected owners in the industry. We specialize in:

Third party multifamily management, value -add renovation, new development, lease-up and due diligence.
Commercial brokerage, leasing, and management
Investment syndication of multifamily and commercial real estate ventures

Learn more: druckerandfalk.com

About Excel Body Fitness

At Excel Body Fitness, we are dedicated to transforming corporate cultures through comprehensive wellness programs. Our mission is to enhance the health and productivity of your workforce by providing effective, evidence-based wellness solutions that cater to the unique needs of each organization. We began with a simple idea: to bring essential wellness services directly to the workplace. Over the years, we have grown into a trusted partner for companies across various industries, helping them to reduce healthcare costs, enhance employee engagement, productivity, and create a positive work environment, so that they can achieve their highest potential. Get in Contact with Us.

About First Bank

At First Bank, we believe in the power of people in our community. For 90 years, we’ve been changing lives by giving the communities we serve access to the financial services and education they need in order to thrive. Rooted in the Carolinas, our goal is to help our customers with their financial needs and build relationships with them and our neighbors. We invite you to learn more about us at any of our First Bank branches or localfirstbank.com.

About Gailor Hunt

Established in 1994, Gailor Hunt is a family law firm distinguished by the depth and diversity of our legal experience. Our attorneys include elected officials, former investigative journalists, published authors, corporate attorneys, and judicial clerks who have served at both the State Court of Appeals and the State Supreme Court. Among our ranks are Board-Certified Family Law Specialists, certified Family Financial Mediators, and court-appointed Parenting Coordinators. Whether facing separation, divorce, or domestic violence, our clients come to us during deeply personal and often painful moments. With compassion and precision, we strive to provide not only legal representation, but a pathway toward stability and resolution.

At the heart of our practice is the understanding that divorce is tough—a reality we meet with both empathy and unwavering resolve. Our mission is to help you land softly, with dignity and clarity, whether through negotiated settlements or, when necessary, assertive and strategic litigation. Together, we bring a multifaceted perspective and an unwavering work ethic to every case, forming a cohesive team dedicated to delivering exceptional results with professionalism, integrity, and care.

Learn more: divorceistough.com

About Gholston Consulting Group

Gholston Consulting Group is a leadership consulting firm. We specialize in using a system-driven approach to help small and midsize organizations transform their people managers into effective people leaders, creating greater value for their customers and employees. Learn More: gcghrmanagement.com

About Greensboro Business League

Greensboro Business League ensures that equity is embedded in procurement practices to guarantee that black businesses are given an opportunity to build wealth. We inform members about economic and business opportunities (goods/services, construction, professional services), through contracting, financing, and procurement in the greater Greensboro and Guilford County, North Carolina, to increase diverse spending in the private and public sectors.

They are helping increase capacity for black and minority-owned businesses for large scale contracts and offering resources and information that enhance Black and minority business owners the ability to strategically compete in the marketplace.

Learn more: ncgbl.org

About Liles Law

We are a boutique law firm helping early-stage founders protect what they’re building. One of the only B-Corp certified, female-owned, carbon-neutral business law firms in the country. Our mission is so unique we trademarked it: Helping founders sleep better at night®. We accomplish this with comprehensive legal advice and transparent flat rate packages. We are based in Raleigh, NC but support founders nationwide. Learn more: liles-law.com

About Marketing is Storytelling

Cary, NC's creative hub for stunning photography, cinematic video, podcasting, and full-throttle brand storytelling across multiple studios. Learn More: marketingisstorytelling.com

About Simply Crêpes

We create memories by delivering progressively traditional, handcrafted craveable food, in a warm space shared with friends and family. Our food is simple. The core to all our recipes are whole, natural ingredients. Pure maple syrup (aka liquid gold) being one of the key sweeteners we use in our sauces and dressings. We have five locations, three in New York and two in Raleigh, North Carolina. Make a reservation today! Learn More: simplycrepes.com

About Tai-Lynn HR Solutions

Tai-Lynn HR Solutions is a woman-owned HR consulting firm specializing in providing customized human resources solutions for businesses of all sizes, with a focus on small to mid-sized organizations. With over 20 years of various industry experiences, the company supports clients by offering strategic HR and operations solutions, automated talent management, and a comprehensive job bank for hiring needs. Tai-Lynn serves a diverse range of industries, including biotech, pharmaceutical, healthcare and nonprofit sectors. In addition to assisting employers, Tai-Lynn HR Solutions features a Career Services Center for job seekers, offering resume reviews, professional development, and guidance for certifications. Their mission is to connect top talent with employers efficiently while helping organizations enhance employee engagement and productivity. Learn more: tai-lynnhrsolutions.com

About Women Business Center of North Carolina

The mission of the Women’s Business Center of North Carolina is to promote economic self-sufficiency for all entrepreneurs in North Carolina by offering tools and support to establish businesses, stabilize their companies, generate sustainable profits, strategize for future growth and contribute to the growth and economic development of the community.

Services: Our small business experts offer:

Customized, one-on-one business counseling.
Seminars and classes focused on key business topics, such as marketing, finance, certification and small business resources.
Review and feedback on written business plans.
Loan package preparation assistance and lender referrals.
Certification assistance and review.
Networking opportunities to find mutual support, access to resources and business referrals.
Global business development.

Learn more: theinstitutenc.org/programs/wbcnc

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