Published briefs covering North Carolina small business—deals, data, and the people shaping local ownership.
September 2026
A concise look at North Carolina business ownership in motion, from print and service trades to legacy brand acquisitions, private equity signals, and the underwriting changes buyers and sellers need to understand now.
August 2026
A look at stricter dealmaking conditions for sellers, the emotional realities behind ownership-driven career changes, and a memorable North Carolina story about André the Giant’s small-town roots.
July 2026 Brief
Will Pittman's career pivot from consulting to Speed Pro franchise owner; a local fitness studio purchase, Trump accounts as buyer capital, and TITW!
Initial Brief - June 2026
Our initial brief features local plumbing business owner William Parrish’s story, an outline of the changes to the SBA's loan limit, a closer look at a Raleigh HVAC deal, and Trades in the Wild.
Whether you're exploring your first small business purchase, planning to sell your company, or advising others on the process, Pivot Brief delivers the data and stories that make NC's small-business market more accessible and transparent.