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Carolina Growth Holdings, LLC

Building Carolina.
Growing Communities.

A diversified real estate & technology holding company

Carolina Growth Holdings unifies four strategic operating companies — real estate brokerage, nonprofit housing development, construction, and technology — under a single vision of sustainable community growth across the Carolinas.

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4
Operating Companies
21+
Years of Experience
36
Veteran Housing Units
NC
Headquartered
Our Companies

A Portfolio Built on Purpose

Four companies. One mission. Creating lasting value through real estate, housing advocacy, construction, and technology.

01
Brokerage
Carolina Growth Realty

Full-service real estate brokerage serving buyers, sellers, and investors across the Carolinas. Residential, commercial, and land transactions with expert local knowledge.

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02
Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
NC Growth & Development Initiative

Affordable housing development and supportive services for homeless veterans. Leading the Veterans Village project — 36 units of permanent supportive housing in Charlotte, NC.

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03
Construction
Carolina Growth Construction

General contracting and construction management for residential and commercial projects. Residential and commercial construction across North Carolina — from custom homes and roofing to affordable housing developments and multi-family projects.

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04
Technology
CG Apps

Innovative software products built for real-world problems. Home of ShopFax — an AI-powered automotive assistant that helps drivers diagnose issues, estimate repair costs, and find trusted mechanics on iOS & Android.

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Executive Leadership

Guided by Vision

James W. Powell Jr.

James W. Powell Jr.

Founder & Executive Director

With over 21 years of Fortune 500 program management experience across Bank of America, Nike, Lowe's, American Family Insurance, and SPX Flow, James brings enterprise-scale discipline to community-focused development. An MBA graduate of NC A&T State University and licensed NC Real Estate Broker, he leads the Holdings portfolio with a commitment to sustainable growth and veteran advocacy.

MBA · NC A&T PMP Certified SAFe Certified CSM NC Broker-In-Charge #311818 Change Management
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Interested in partnering, investing, or learning more about any of our operating companies? Reach out directly.

Headquarters
Mount Holly, NC
Carolinas Region
NCGDI Office
1242 W. Academy St., Suite 101
Charlotte, NC
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