Business: It’s all about relationships
Both Terrence Holt, President of Holt Brothers Inc., and I were invited to participate in the Shop Talk Money, Marketing & Media Bootcamp last Friday, attended by more than 50 entrepreneurs and would-be entrepreneurs. After listening to many of the speakers, a powerful theme emerged. Business, the entrepreneurs were told, is all about relationships. Terrence… Read more »
Playing our role in the battle against cancer
This year more than 1.6 million Americans will learn they have cancer. The American Cancer Society projects that almost 590,000 people will die from the disease. The statistics are astounding, yet very personal to Terrence and Torry Holt, whose mom passed away after a 10-year battle with cancer. Terrence was six and Torry was 10… Read more »
2013: A Year of Milestones
Looking back on the year, Holt Brothers Inc. achieved some major milestones. At the top of the list is the team we have assembled at Holt Brothers Construction. When Torry and I were exploring construction as a potential business, the first response we got from people was: “Are you guys crazy?” Keep in mind, this was… Read more »
A Trip That Opened My Eyes – And My Heart
When I was asked by my friend, Dré Bly, if I wanted to represent the NFL on a mission to Djibouti, Africa, to visit our troops, I didn’t even have to think. The answer was YES. And so began the voyage. It required preparation. Updated immunizations and anti-malaria medicine for starters. And then the mental… Read more »
Visiting the Troops in Djibouti
When I got a phone call from Dré Bly (I know, Carolina guy but he’s still my and Torry’s best friend), I had no idea we’d be leaving on an adventure together. We’ll be on a plane today for 20 hours, heading to Djibouti, Africa to visit US troops stationed there. The program, run by… Read more »
Mind Over Matter
The NC State football team faces a big challenge tonight vs. the #3 nationally-ranked Clemson Tigers. Not too many people (outside of the team) think they have a chance. State is a 14 point underdog. And while Clemson dominated its last opponent, it took State a last second field goal to get past the Richmond… Read more »
Going for THE WIN
Torry and I get asked a lot how the world of sports translates to business. I’m not sure where to start because I feel like my entire sports career prepared me for the business world. It’s having the big picture in mind (i.e. winning the game), knowing your role on the team (defensive back or… Read more »