During this weekend, we want to take time to let our Fathers know how grateful we are for all they have done for us. I want to thank my Dad for being one of my best friends, and for always being there when I needed someone to talk to and for standing with me not […]

Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth honors the end to slavery […]

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2022! Your perseverance through this pandemic has proven that you are resilient leaders, not only on how you bounce back but how you Bounce Forward. We look forward to your bright futures! Make your Dreams come true and change the world! Rayan is now a Senior!

Today, we celebrate Flag Day. Flag Day commemorates the anniversary of the occasion on which the Second Continental Congress declared that the American flag would have “13 stripes, alternate red and white,” and “13 stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation” in 1777. We are grateful to the soldiers and veterans of […]

On June 6th 1944, the greatest generation stormed the beaches of Normandy to win World War II. 4,300 Allied personnel lost their lives serving their country in what would be the largest amphibious invasion ever launched. We do not need to go to Marvel Movies or read Marvel Comics to know that the Avengers, our […]

During this weekend and on Monday, we take time to honor the bravest and finest citizens of our nation, who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. 1,297,627 military casualties from all wars fought from 1775 to present day. From the revolutionary war to the present day, our fallen soldiers, are an everlasting reminder that […]

Originally published on WRAL TechWire, May 6, 2022 https://wraltechwire.com/2022/05/06/steve-rao-arguing-for-a-sustainable-innovation-playbook-in-the-triangle/ Steve Rao: Arguing for a ‘Sustainable Innovation Playbook’ in the Triangle MORRISVILLE – With the recent celebration of Earth Day in our community, and in communities across the Triangle, I remain excited about the promise of sustainable innovation and the roles that our local governments, engaged […]

I wanted to wish each of you a very Happy Mother’s Day!   First, I want to thank my wife Komal for being such a great Mom and leader for our entire family.   They were there for our first steps, and for me, the soothing and calming voice of my mother, has always served as a guiding […]

My India Republic Day Message: https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/1019668982090956 Today, Jan 26th is India’s 73rd Republic Day, which is celebrated in India and around the world.  We are very grateful for all of the contributions our Indian American community makes to Morrisville, the Triangle Region and the entire state of North Carolina.   Republic Day honors the date on which […]

Happy Pongal https://www.facebook.com/steve.s.rao/videos/461247845395467/?t=41 We wish all of the Tamil Community a very happy and festive Pongal.   This festival is dedicated to the Hindu sun god, the Surya, and corresponds to Makar Sankranti, the harvest festival under many regional names celebrated throughout India. The three days of the Pongal festival are called Bhogi Pongal, Surya Pongal […]