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Associated Press
17-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
JPatterson Realty Marks Five Years of Luxury Real Estate Excellence and Impact
06/16/2025, Chapel Hill, North Carolina // PRODIGY: Feature Story // JPatterson Realty (JPR), the boutique real estate firm founded and led by Jennifer Patterson, is proudly celebrating its five-year anniversary. A Keller Williams Luxury partner and RealTrends-verified team, JPR has built its reputation on a distinctive concierge-style approach, a client-first mindset, and a growing commitment to community impact. What sets JPR apart is not just its elite client base or track record of success in the high-net-worth segment of North Carolina's Western Triangle region, it's the heart behind the business. Patterson, a former CPA with nearly 20 years of experience in real estate, launched JPR as a reflection of her professional awareness and personal calling. 'This five-year milestone is both a celebration and a commitment,' Patterson said. 'It's a recognition of the relationships we have built with clients and communities, and a recommitment to lead with purpose, not just profits.' Headquartered in the dynamic and highly educated Chapel Hill–Durham corridor, JPR serves a niche clientele. The average client, Patterson explains, typically holds a net worth of $4–5 million. 'These are not celebrities or billionaires,' she says. 'They are people who have worked hard, saved well, and want a partner they can trust when buying or selling their home. We offer more than transactions, we offer clarity, discretion, and guidance.' JPR's small but dedicated team hopes to expand its presence across the full Triangle region, seeking new team members who share their high-touch approach and community-driven ethos. But as Patterson looks forward, real estate is just one piece of her evolving vision. 'The next chapter for me involves deepening my work through the Della Lee Difference,' she explains, referring to her philanthropic initiative named after her grandmother, Della Lee, a pioneering educator during the Depression era. The Della Lee Difference operates on three pillars: Della Lee Homes, Della Lee Schools, and Della Lee Communities. Through Della Lee Homes, JPR donates a portion of its commissions to build homes in underserved regions around the world. 'It's not just about giving,' Patterson said. 'It's about inviting others to be part of something meaningful. We want our clients to see the good they have helped create. To date, through Della Lee Homes, we have already helped build at least 30 houses across the Caribbean and Central America.' Under Della Lee Schools, JPR supports a work-study program for students from low-income backgrounds with a local school. The final pillar, Della Lee Communities, includes local engagement with food banks and other nonprofits in the Durham-Chapel Hill area. When asked why she integrates giving so deeply into her business, Patterson is clear: 'It's who I am. I truly believe we are called to help each other, and that our success is meant to be shared.' With a strong legacy, a trusted brand, and a purpose-driven roadmap ahead, JPR's future looks bright. 'This anniversary is not just about what we have done,' Patterson reflected. 'It's about what we are ready to do next.' Media Contact Name: Jennifer Patterson Email: [email protected] Source published by Submit Press Release >> JPatterson Realty Marks Five Years of Luxury Real Estate Excellence and Impact
Scoop
22-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Taranaki Startups Begin 10-Week Sprint To Scale With PowerUp Accelerator
Press Release – Venture Taranaki The PowerUp Accelerator, an initiative of Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, offers a hands-on, founder-focused experience combining mentoring, expert-led workshops, peer support, and direct exposure to capital investors. The PowerUp Accelerator has officially kicked off, with six ambitious founders from across the region now embarking on a high-impact, 10-week journey designed to grow their early-stage ventures into investable, scalable businesses. The PowerUp Accelerator, an initiative of Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, offers a hands-on, founder-focused experience combining mentoring, expert-led workshops, peer support, and direct exposure to capital investors. 'This isn't a theory-based programme – it's tailored, practical, and focused on real-world outcomes,' says Jennifer Patterson, General Manager of Economic Development, Venture Taranaki. 'Participants benefit from one-on-one mentoring to unlock their potential, expert sessions to sharpen their business strategy, and the chance to fine-tune their pitch so they're ready to step in front of investors with confidence.' Throughout the programme, founders will also have access to dedicated co-working spaces and take part in regular peer check-ins to build a strong support network with other like-minded entrepreneurs. The Accelerator culminates in a live Showcase Night on 26 June – a pitch event where each participant will present their venture to an audience of investors, industry experts, and potential collaborators. Tickets will be available to the public on 2 June. Those interested can attend online or in person. 'It's a chance to gain valuable feedback, build connections, and create real momentum for their business,' adds Patterson. 'We're really excited to be part of the Accelerator programme and the momentum it brings to RockPool's mission,' said Masina Taulapapa, co-founder of RockPool Collective. ''At RockPool, we're reimagining aged care by connecting senior Kiwis with local families to build thriving intergenerational communities – a fresh and powerful solution to isolation, childcare challenges, and ageing at home.' 'The PowerUp programme gives us the chance to strengthen our business and connect with others who believe in building a more inclusive, intergenerational Aotearoa – an invaluable opportunity at this point in RockPool's journey.' The 2025 cohort reflects the diversity and ingenuity of the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem, with ventures spanning healthcare, aged care, edtech, skincare, and premium beverages. The startups and their hand-picked mentors include: – BOTALLOW: New Zealand's first supplier of premium, cosmetic-grade tallow at scale. Mentored by Nick Carey from Green Meadows Beef. – Elshaw: A natural solution for managing healthcare dressings and patches. Mentored by Glen Stephens from Sol + Sea – ExplainIT: Transformational education tools for those who struggle with numbers. Mentored by Kevin Best from Trackit – Her Strength: A science-based learning platform designed to help young female athletes thrive in sport. Mentored by Letitia Stevenson from Yonder HQ – Rockpool Collective: Reimagining the future of aged care by building intergenerational communities. Mentored by Sandra Julian – Zoa Vodka: International award-winning premium vodka produced exclusively in Taranaki. Mentored by Lindie Meintjes 'The PowerUp Accelerator is part of our wider mahi to strengthen the regions' innovation ecosystem,' says Patterson. 'We're proud to support these founders and help them move from promising ideas to powerful enterprises.' About the PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Event The PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night is a live pitching event where six of the region's boldest new ventures will present their ideas to investors, industry leaders, and supporters. The night Hosted by Stacey Hitchcock, General Manager of Investment, Venture Taranaki, alongside a special guest speaker, you are sure to be entertained and inspired. Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Venue: The Devon Hotel, New Plymouth Tickets: Available 2 June – $35 to attend in-person, or $15 to view the online stream. About PowerUp PowerUp is a Venture Taranaki initiative. It is a range of support, services and activity focused on fostering and nurturing entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki, to help create smart, connected communities and enterprises. PowerUp is a carefully constructed programme of events and activities, delivered in conjunction with partners, and designed to complement the services and support already on offer by the wider ecosystem. A key objective of PowerUp is to highlight the range of support available for start-ups, entrepreneurs and enterprises across the entire ecosystem, helping to build visibility of the ecosystem itself. Connection and collaboration with the region's institutions, businesses and communities is vital to successfully powering-up the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki.
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Taranaki Startups Begin 10-Week Sprint To Scale With PowerUp Accelerator
Press Release – Venture Taranaki The PowerUp Accelerator, an initiative of Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, offers a hands-on, founder-focused experience combining mentoring, expert-led workshops, peer support, and direct exposure to capital investors. The PowerUp Accelerator has officially kicked off, with six ambitious founders from across the region now embarking on a high-impact, 10-week journey designed to grow their early-stage ventures into investable, scalable businesses. The PowerUp Accelerator, an initiative of Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, offers a hands-on, founder-focused experience combining mentoring, expert-led workshops, peer support, and direct exposure to capital investors. 'This isn't a theory-based programme – it's tailored, practical, and focused on real-world outcomes,' says Jennifer Patterson, General Manager of Economic Development, Venture Taranaki. 'Participants benefit from one-on-one mentoring to unlock their potential, expert sessions to sharpen their business strategy, and the chance to fine-tune their pitch so they're ready to step in front of investors with confidence.' Throughout the programme, founders will also have access to dedicated co-working spaces and take part in regular peer check-ins to build a strong support network with other like-minded entrepreneurs. The Accelerator culminates in a live Showcase Night on 26 June – a pitch event where each participant will present their venture to an audience of investors, industry experts, and potential collaborators. Tickets will be available to the public on 2 June. Those interested can attend online or in person. 'It's a chance to gain valuable feedback, build connections, and create real momentum for their business,' adds Patterson. 'We're really excited to be part of the Accelerator programme and the momentum it brings to RockPool's mission,' said Masina Taulapapa, co-founder of RockPool Collective. ''At RockPool, we're reimagining aged care by connecting senior Kiwis with local families to build thriving intergenerational communities – a fresh and powerful solution to isolation, childcare challenges, and ageing at home.' 'The PowerUp programme gives us the chance to strengthen our business and connect with others who believe in building a more inclusive, intergenerational Aotearoa – an invaluable opportunity at this point in RockPool's journey.' The 2025 cohort reflects the diversity and ingenuity of the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem, with ventures spanning healthcare, aged care, edtech, skincare, and premium beverages. The startups and their hand-picked mentors include: – BOTALLOW: New Zealand's first supplier of premium, cosmetic-grade tallow at scale. Mentored by Nick Carey from Green Meadows Beef. – Elshaw: A natural solution for managing healthcare dressings and patches. Mentored by Glen Stephens from Sol + Sea – ExplainIT: Transformational education tools for those who struggle with numbers. Mentored by Kevin Best from Trackit – Her Strength: A science-based learning platform designed to help young female athletes thrive in sport. Mentored by Letitia Stevenson from Yonder HQ – Rockpool Collective: Reimagining the future of aged care by building intergenerational communities. Mentored by Sandra Julian – Zoa Vodka: International award-winning premium vodka produced exclusively in Taranaki. Mentored by Lindie Meintjes 'The PowerUp Accelerator is part of our wider mahi to strengthen the regions' innovation ecosystem,' says Patterson. 'We're proud to support these founders and help them move from promising ideas to powerful enterprises.' About the PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Event The PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night is a live pitching event where six of the region's boldest new ventures will present their ideas to investors, industry leaders, and supporters. The night Hosted by Stacey Hitchcock, General Manager of Investment, Venture Taranaki, alongside a special guest speaker, you are sure to be entertained and inspired. Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025 Time: 6:00pm – 8:30pm Venue: The Devon Hotel, New Plymouth Tickets: Available 2 June – $35 to attend in-person, or $15 to view the online stream. About PowerUp PowerUp is a Venture Taranaki initiative. It is a range of support, services and activity focused on fostering and nurturing entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki, to help create smart, connected communities and enterprises. PowerUp is a carefully constructed programme of events and activities, delivered in conjunction with partners, and designed to complement the services and support already on offer by the wider ecosystem. A key objective of PowerUp is to highlight the range of support available for start-ups, entrepreneurs and enterprises across the entire ecosystem, helping to build visibility of the ecosystem itself. Connection and collaboration with the region's institutions, businesses and communities is vital to successfully powering-up the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki.
Scoop
21-05-2025
- Business
- Scoop
Taranaki Startups Begin 10-Week Sprint To Scale With PowerUp Accelerator
The PowerUp Accelerator has officially kicked off, with six ambitious founders from across the region now embarking on a high-impact, 10-week journey designed to grow their early-stage ventures into investable, scalable businesses. The PowerUp Accelerator, an initiative of Te Puna Umanga Venture Taranaki, the regional development agency, offers a hands-on, founder-focused experience combining mentoring, expert-led workshops, peer support, and direct exposure to capital investors. "This isn't a theory-based programme - it's tailored, practical, and focused on real-world outcomes," says Jennifer Patterson, General Manager of Economic Development, Venture Taranaki. "Participants benefit from one-on-one mentoring to unlock their potential, expert sessions to sharpen their business strategy, and the chance to fine-tune their pitch so they're ready to step in front of investors with confidence." Throughout the programme, founders will also have access to dedicated co-working spaces and take part in regular peer check-ins to build a strong support network with other like-minded entrepreneurs. The Accelerator culminates in a live Showcase Night on 26 June - a pitch event where each participant will present their venture to an audience of investors, industry experts, and potential collaborators. Tickets will be available to the public on 2 June. Those interested can attend online or in person. "It's a chance to gain valuable feedback, build connections, and create real momentum for their business," adds Patterson. "We're really excited to be part of the Accelerator programme and the momentum it brings to RockPool's mission," said Masina Taulapapa, co-founder of RockPool Collective. '"At RockPool, we're reimagining aged care by connecting senior Kiwis with local families to build thriving intergenerational communities - a fresh and powerful solution to isolation, childcare challenges, and ageing at home." "The PowerUp programme gives us the chance to strengthen our business and connect with others who believe in building a more inclusive, intergenerational Aotearoa - an invaluable opportunity at this point in RockPool's journey." The 2025 cohort reflects the diversity and ingenuity of the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem, with ventures spanning healthcare, aged care, edtech, skincare, and premium beverages. The startups and their hand-picked mentors include: - BOTALLOW: New Zealand's first supplier of premium, cosmetic-grade tallow at scale. Mentored by Nick Carey from Green Meadows Beef. - Elshaw: A natural solution for managing healthcare dressings and patches. Mentored by Glen Stephens from Sol + Sea - ExplainIT: Transformational education tools for those who struggle with numbers. Mentored by Kevin Best from Trackit - Her Strength: A science-based learning platform designed to help young female athletes thrive in sport. Mentored by Letitia Stevenson from Yonder HQ - Rockpool Collective: Reimagining the future of aged care by building intergenerational communities. Mentored by Sandra Julian - Zoa Vodka: International award-winning premium vodka produced exclusively in Taranaki. Mentored by Lindie Meintjes "The PowerUp Accelerator is part of our wider mahi to strengthen the regions' innovation ecosystem," says Patterson. "We're proud to support these founders and help them move from promising ideas to powerful enterprises." About the PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Event The PowerUp Accelerator Showcase Night is a live pitching event where six of the region's boldest new ventures will present their ideas to investors, industry leaders, and supporters. The night Hosted by Stacey Hitchcock, General Manager of Investment, Venture Taranaki, alongside a special guest speaker, you are sure to be entertained and inspired. Date: Thursday, 26 June 2025 Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm Venue: The Devon Hotel, New Plymouth Tickets: Available 2 June - $35 to attend in-person, or $15 to view the online stream. About PowerUp PowerUp is a Venture Taranaki initiative. It is a range of support, services and activity focused on fostering and nurturing entrepreneurship and the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki, to help create smart, connected communities and enterprises. PowerUp is a carefully constructed programme of events and activities, delivered in conjunction with partners, and designed to complement the services and support already on offer by the wider ecosystem. A key objective of PowerUp is to highlight the range of support available for start-ups, entrepreneurs and enterprises across the entire ecosystem, helping to build visibility of the ecosystem itself. Connection and collaboration with the region's institutions, businesses and communities is vital to successfully powering-up the entrepreneurship ecosystem in Taranaki.
