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Greg Hedgepeth to Keynote 2025 ECU Black Student Success Summit
We are thrilled to announce that our President and CEO, Greg Hedgepeth will be the keynote speaker for the 2025 ECU Black Student...
Nov 16, 20241 min read


The 2024 Black Lens Symposium
Substantial presented The 2024 Black Lens Symposium - Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Witherspoon Student Center, Raleigh, NC. See the...
Feb 5, 20241 min read

Exploring NC Art Galleries
We’ve curated a list of galleries across the state. While commendable in its efforts to highlight and showcase the vibrant artistic...
Jun 30, 20232 min read

Redefining Art Narratives through Ella West Gallery
A Conversation with Gallery Owner Linda Shropshire Eudy Linda Shropshire Eudy, Owner Ella West Gallery. Photography By Morgan Crutchfield...
Jun 30, 20234 min read


Connecting Artists, Collectors, and Community
Tips on starting your art collection with Marjorie Hodges, Co-founder of Artsuite Written By Marjorie Hodges Photo provided by Lisett...
Jun 30, 20233 min read


Painter, Tattoo Artist and Entrepreneur Christopher Evans
Artist Chris Evans poses in his downtown Raleigh Studio "Good Trip Gallery" Christopher Evans, the owner of Good Trip Gallery in downtown...
Jun 30, 20232 min read


Shoutout to a few of our Black-owned businesses
There are so many black-owed and operated businesses across our state that can be highlighted throughout this issue, Substantial wanted...
Jul 31, 20221 min read


Creating A Substantial Legacy
An Interview With Kevin Price, President & CEO National Institute for Economic Development Kevin Price, President & CEO of the National...
Jul 31, 20224 min read
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