Cape Fear Ventures is a venture capital firm on a mission to back the most transformative early-stage technology companies. We are committed to helping innovative entrepreneurs by leveraging disruptive technology, providing capital, offering operational support, and delivering mentorship strategies to bridge the gap between groundbreaking ideas and growth capital.Our Investment Criteria:→ Large market opportunities ripe for disruption→ Early-stage technology startups, from seed to Series A→ Visionary teams solving major challenges with data-driven solutions→ Capital-efficient business models with clear paths to profitability→ Founders with the grit and horsepower to build category-defining companiesWhether you're a founder looking for a true partner to help scale your venture, or an investor seeking exposure to the most promising data-driven startups, we'd love to connect.

Ohanafy offers a world-class digital transformation platform purpose-built to optimize supply chain management, democratize and analyze operational data, and improve decision-making at scale. The beverage industry is ripe for a technology solution that helps drive business growth, profitability, and efficiency. Ohanafy is the only beverage management software that is built on the world's #1 platform, Salesforce.https://www.ohanafy.com/

Taos is a family investment holding company focusing on small to mid-market growth capital investment opportunities, primarily in private equity and real estate investments. We collaborate with innovative entrepreneurs to facilitate growth and create shareholder value by deploying disruptive strategies around technology, capital, operations, and mentorship. Our current investments include ID.me, SpaceX, Lavrock Ventures, LeoLabs, Cape Fear Ventures, Graphika, SixGen, Sequoia Solutions (Sequoia Holdings), Sayari Analytics, First Mile Geo (Native), Allvision IO, Geosite, CesiumAstro, Saltwater Holdings, Appalachian State Holdings, Glanz Digital (Corner Media), Sensics, 3CLogic, Emu Solutions, Blue Triangle Technologies, and Senseware, and has made successful exits from LawnStarter, Immuta, FedCap Partners, Social Toaster, Docker, DeepMile Networks, Palantir Technologies, and Loggerhead Holdings.

Situated at 505 N. 2nd Street in the heart of downtown Wilmington, NC, The Hive stands as a premier boutique hotel, offering unparalleled proximity to the finest restaurants, bars, and attractions. Each of our meticulously designed suites is a testament to unique style, adorned with original art and chic furniture. The accommodations feature full kitchens, inviting living areas, laptop-friendly workspaces, and spa-like bathrooms complete with 7ft. walk-in showers.At The Hive, we are dedicated to elevating the guest experience. Our commitment is reflected in thoughtful details, such as complimentary in-room snacks and beverages, luxurious linens, and top-tier mattresses. Technological sophistication is a hallmark of our hotel, evident in smart locks for convenient self-check-in, reverse osmosis taps, smart TVs, high-speed internet, and Pura smart diffusers.Guests unanimously agree – there's no place quite like The Hive in Wilmington! A visit is a must, making it an ideal destination for weekend getaways, business travelers, and groups seeking a uniquely cool and intimate setting. Experience a stay like no other, where modern luxury meets the charm of downtown Wilmington.

Initially constructed in 2022 and expanded in 2024, Saltwater Resort is a 48-room, 84-bed condo-style hotel offering five-star hospitality accommodations. Located just steps from public beach access and a few blocks from downtown Surf City, Saltwater Resort offers breathtaking oceanic views and refined interior design inspired by Wilmington's modern coastal ambiance.Phase one of our development roadmap included delivering 24 units in 2022. Phase two, which was completed in 2024 includes the additional 24 units along with a pool and full-service entertainment facility.Each of our fully furnished condo-style guestrooms offers eight professionally designed room themes to support the needs of families, couples, or remote professionals. Each room offers 700 sq ft of living space with a full kitchen, living area, full bath, washer/dryer, pull-out couch, and a 75-inch smart TV offering cable and Roku streaming services.From the ground up, Saltwater was engineered and designed to redefine Topsail Island hospitality and to deliver an unparalleled guest experience. We aim to raise the bar for the ultimate Topsail Island resort-style experience while promoting the Wilmington coastal area's unique history, charm, and local offerings. For more information or to book your next Topsail Island getaway, please visit us at https://www.saltwatertopsail.com/.

I founded/bootstrapped Sequoia in May 2012 and led the organization as CEO / CFO until September 2021. In 2019, Sequoia shareholders accepted growth investment from Chart National LP and reorganized its ownership under a new parent company, Sequoia Solutions, LLC. Currently serving as Vice Chairman of the Board for Sequoia Solutions, LLC, and strategic advisor to Chart National LP. Since launching in 2012, Sequoia has grown to become a leading provider of innovative technology to the intelligence community and U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Sequoia is an employee-owned provider of high-end software development and engineering services centered on improving the analytic, collection, collaboration, and sharing of data.Vision, execution, assessment, and continuous improvement are the core elements in my leadership work as Vice Chairman. It’s my job to set the vision for the board, lead implementation and execution in line with the vision, assess performance, and then make adjustments to facilitate improvement. Managing relationships with investor partners is also a key aspect of my role, and I work with them to set and manage expectations and ensure goals are met.Under my leadership, Sequoia has been recognized as a six consecutive year Inc 5000 fastest growing business and also named a best place to work in the DC metro area from 2013 to 2021. Sequoia has established itself as a leader in assisting the national security sector with strategy, architecture, migration, and development solutions for classified cloud applications. Our commercial products include Sequoia Combine, an all-inclusive, U.S. Government (USG)-approved emulation platform, and SEQNet, which operates as a blockchain-as-a-service (BaaS), enabling USG agencies and third-party vendors to develop, test, and deploy smart contract applications via application programming interfaces (APIs) in an emulated secure environment.

I joined Blu Venture to build experience in the venture capital (VC) space and have the opportunity to work with early-stage entrepreneurs in the mid-Atlantic region, primarily Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and Washington, D.C.

As part of my real estate investment portfolio, I purchased the Loggerhead Inn in 2017, transformed its operations, and led a fifteen-month renovation project offering more than 25 newly designed guest rooms and nine deluxe suites with kitchenettes where yearly revenues have grown more than 265%.In 2022, Loggerhead Holdings sold the Inn to Loggerhead Inn, LLC.

Crimson Consulting advises early-stage entrepreneurs on critical start-up activities and situations such as leadership decisions, strategy, operations, mergers and acquisitions, technology, corporate governance, negotiations, and organization.

Part-time Faculty for the School of Engineering and Applied ScienceCourses Taught: SEAS 6200 - Launching Technical Ventures (LTV), Leadership Best Practices (Clark Scholars)

Assisted Director of Entrepreneurship as mentor and adviser to students interested in entrepreneurial careers; served as guest speaker, competition judge, and curriculum adviser in the McDonough School of Business.

I joined NCI when the organization acquired my first company, TRS Consulting, and I stayed on in an executive capacity for two years following the buyout.

I founded TRS and successfully led the organization until it was acquired by NCI Information Systems, Inc. As CEO, I was responsible for strategic vision, operations, finance, and business development. I also collaborated with leaders from across the intelligence community to develop and deliver agile-based standards around open-source solutions.TRS provided high-quality software engineering services for the U.S. Intelligence Community. The company was recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in Washington, D.C. for 2008 and 2009, and was ranked the #1 best place to work in the midsized category by the Washington Business Journal.

I worked as a database developer within the national security group at Oracle.

My responsibilities involved database development and administration related to national security projects.

I worked as a database developer focused on national security projects.