Dina Rousset is Tuesday’s Hometown Hero.

She is the director of Launch Chapel Hill.  Launch Chapel Hill is a start-up accelerator.  They work with high-potential entrepreneurs.  They provide support, tools, and knowledge needed to decrease risks, reduce go-to-market time, and accelerate growth.

Last year, Launch Chapel hill was ranked as one of the top 4 university business accelerators in North America.

Learn more about Launch Chapel Hill.

You can nominate your own Hometown Hero.  WCHL has honored local members of our community everyday since 2002.

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