In the 2024 Business North Carolina Power List, several notable individuals from UNC Charlotte have been recognized for their contributions to various sectors. Sharon L. Gaber, the Chancellor of UNC Charlotte, was honored in the education category for her efforts to expand research efforts and anticipate the university’s receipt of the Carnegie R1 research classification in early 2025.
John Hauser ’89, president of Gaston College, Tracy Dodson ’97, ’98, assistant city manager and economic director for the city of Charlotte, and Gene McLaurin ’78, chair of Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina in finance and insurance were also recognized in their respective fields. Dontá L. Wilson ’97 was acknowledged for his contributions in finance and insurance as head of retail banking and marketing at Truist Financial and vice chair of the University Board of Trustees.
Chris Peek ’93 was recognized for his leadership as CEO of CaroMont Health, Mohammad Jenatian ’87 was honored as president and CEO of Greater Charlotte Hospitality and Tourism Alliance, Igor Jablokov ‘00 MBA was acknowledged as CEO and founder of Pryon in information technology sector. Tripp Beacham ’90, ’95 managing principal at BB+M, Malcomb Coley U.S. Central Growth Market Leader and Charlotte managing partner at EY were recognized for their impact on professional services while Joe Paradise office managing partner at KPMG was also acknowledged in this category.
In real estate sector Clay Grubb CEO Grubb Properties David Ravin ‘94 president & CEO Northwood Ravin Pat Rodgers President & CEO Rodgers Builders were acknowledged for their achievements. John Cato ’73 chair president CEO The Cato Corp., Lisa Cooper CEO Mast General Store Omar Jorge Pena CEO Compare Foods member Belk College Advisory Board were recognized in retail & wholesale sector respectively .
