Nice Guys Finish First Always
October 21, 2026 · 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
For this chapter of our author series, we're excited to welcome Wilmington entrepreneur Keith E. Roper, who will share the story behind his debut book, "Nice Guys Finish First Always"—part memoir, part leadership playbook, part call to action. Keith challenges the idea that success requires cutthroat instincts, drawing on his own journey from quiet, artistic kid to founder of Tri-State 3D Tech & Design Firm to make the case that you can lead, build, and win without losing who you are.