Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP, a Triangle-based CPA firm serving the financial management needs of local, multi-state and international businesses, as well as their owners, is pleased to announce their support of NC IDEA. HPG will provide grant winners a package of complimentary accounting and business consulting services, as well as access to the firm's startup toolkit."As an advocate and supporter of technology and startup companies, we are pleased to offer our services to NC IDEA grant winners," says Brooks Malone, partner at HPG and technology practice lead. "The winning companies show great potential in the industry, and we are happy to donate time and resources to further strengthen their establishment and growth."

HPG supports North Carolina businesses with a focus on incubator and entrepreneurial development programs. Malone and other HPG members regularly provide mentoring and sponsorships to companies involved with First Flight, The Startup Factory, HQ Raleigh and CED.

NC IDEA provides grants to North Carolina based startup companies to support business activities that validate market potential, reduce the risk of early failure and advance projects to the point of self-sustainability, at which time they are suitable for private equity investment. Twice a year, four to six companies are selected to receive grants.

About Hughes Pittman & Gupton, LLP (HPG):
For more than 30 years, HPG, an independent, North Carolina CPA firm, has served the needs of local, multi-state and international businesses. More than just an accounting firm, HPG's mission is working together to REACH success. The firm utilizes specialized teams to address the unique tax, audit, accounting, and advisory needs of owner-managed and investor-owned clients across a wide range of industries.

The firm is a member of CPAmerica International and an affiliate member of Crowe Horwath International. HPG CPAs leverage these memberships to provide national and global accounting expertise and resources for the firm's clients. Visit www.hpg.com.

About NC IDEA:
NC IDEA is a not-for-profit organization created to serve as a catalyst for young, high-growth, technology companies in North Carolina. The management team understands the needs of startups and has experience in building and advising young companies. Strategically positioned to leverage solid partnerships and alliances to support grant winning companies, NC IDEA focuses on collaborative relationships with other North Carolina based organizations and the opportunities available to young companies through these networks. For more information, visit www.ncidea.org.

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