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	Wilmington Startup Skeeter Enterprises Helps Pilots Land Safely Posted Yesterday tl;dr Sean Sherman noticed that small planes often lack precise technology to measure altitude during landings, so he created a better device called "Stadia." This device uses lidar technology to measure altitude with high accuracy and helps pilots land safely, especially in tricky conditions. Sherman started his company, Skeeter Enterprises, in 2019 and has been selling Stadia to pilots directly while exploring larger contracts with avionics companies and the Air Force.
	In The Soup: The Healthy Importance Of Picking The Right Co-Founder Posted Yesterday tl;dr Hosts Jenn Summe and Melissa Crosby are finishing a series of episodes for mental health awareness, highlighting its importance for business founders. They discuss how having the right team, especially a good co-founder, is key to maintaining mental health. The episode features guests Lauren Goodell and James Gieszelmann and is sponsored by Milan Public Relations and Aligned Technology Group.
	Cary’s Citrus Oncology Helps Cancer Patients Find Treatment For Side Effects Posted Tuesday tl;dr Dr. Afreen Shariff, an endocrinologist, noticed that cancer treatment side effects are often ignored, so she and her husband created Citrus Oncology, a virtual clinic that connects cancer patients with specialists to manage these side effects. The platform allows oncologists to quickly receive expert advice and recommendations, reducing wait times for patients. Citrus Oncology plans to expand across the U.S., and it uses AI to make consultations more efficient, helping doctors provide better care through a flexible virtual format.
	Monday Mix: RIoT’s Fireside Chat, A Pitch Competition, and DEEEEEP Diving Posted Monday tl;dr Start your week with the Monday Mix from The GrepBeat Podcast, which shares the latest stories and news about tech communities in North Carolina. Some events this week include a RIoT "Fireside Chat" on Tuesday and the Joan & Chester Luby Pitch on Wednesday. If you want more events, check out the community calendar, and you can also listen to the podcast for updates every Monday.
	Friday Fix: The Download, In The Soup, The Valuable App, And $5K Pitches Posted April 18, 2025 tl;dr GrepBeat.com shares news about startups and tech, and every week, the Friday Fix helps you catch up on important stories and events. This week’s highlights include interviews and podcasts like "The Download" with Bill Spruill, advice on avoiding mental burnout, and news about the Raleigh startup Valuable. There's also a pitch competition called Grep-a-Palooza with a $5K prize, and you can subscribe to The GrepBeat Podcast to stay updated.
	Raleigh-Based Valuable Assesses Antiques And Estate Items Straight Off The Phone Posted April 17, 2025 tl;dr John Wolpert created an app called Valuable to help his wife manage estate sale inventories more efficiently by using AI to describe and value items through a phone camera. The app is designed for dealers, estate sales, and auction houses, and can quickly inventory many items, providing descriptions and market intelligence. Users can try it for free and then choose subscription plans, while also printing sales tags and exporting data for inventory management.
	In The Soup: Impactful Strategies for Reducing Founder Mental Burnout Posted April 16, 2025 tl;dr In today's episode of "In The Soup," hosts Jenn Summe and Melissa Crosby talk with mental health experts Dr. Susan Lovelle and Grace Ueng about ways to prevent burnout, especially for founders. This episode is part of Mental Health Awareness Month and shares strategies to improve mental well-being. The show is sponsored by Milan Public Relations and Aligned Technology Group, and listeners are encouraged to subscribe to "The GrepBeat Podcast."
	The Download: Bill Spruill, Founder & Managing Partner, 2ndF Posted April 15, 2025 tl;dr Bill Spruill is a successful African-American technology founder who led Global Data Consortium and now runs 2ndF, a family office focused on helping tech founders, especially minorities, create wealth. He invests in and supports start-ups, emphasizing growth and understanding equity value, and recently launched the Minority Achievers Initiative to assist tech founders. Bill is also involved with the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture and enjoys traveling and dining at his favorite local spots.
	Monday Mix: VenturePack Challenge, State Of DEI Event, And 1 Million Cups Posted April 14, 2025 tl;dr Start your week with the Monday Mix, a part of The GrepBeat Podcast, to learn about exciting tech news and events in North Carolina. Some events this week include the VenturePack Challenge on Monday and a discussion on DEI on Thursday in the Triangle area, and 1 Million Cups in Wilmington on Wednesday. You can also check out a community calendar for more events and listen to the podcast for updates.
	Friday Fix: Startup Features, In The Soup, and Raleigh-Durham Startup Week Posted April 11, 2025 tl;dr GrepBeat.com shares news about startups and technology, and if you miss anything during the week, the Friday Fix with David Schwartz can help you catch up. It’s part of The GrepBeat Podcast, which covers stories, advice, and news from your region. This week, they talked about a book club, events in Durham, a happy hour, mental health for founders, and features on companies in Wilmington and Raleigh.

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