The Best of LKN
Welcome to The Best of LKN podcast! Here you’ll find a collection of interviews with the owners of Lake Norman’s favorite businesses. Small business is the heart and soul of a community, and The Best of LKN is here to shine a spotlight on the small businesses that are making the biggest impact here in the Lake Norman region of North Carolina.In addition to featuring exceptional small business owners, we’ll also be interviewing the most influential professionals that serve the LKN community. From bankers and realtors, to teachers and coaches, we look forward to introducing you to the best Lake Norman has to offer!We hope you enjoy these episodes. Thank you for following The Best of LKN!
Episodes
313 episodes
313: Jonathan Kepner - Service, Community, and Entrepreneurship
In this episode, Jeff interviews Jonathan Kepner, the owner of Romeo's Pizza in Davidson. They discuss Jonathan's entrepreneurial journey, the unique offerings of Romeo's Pizza, including their homemade dough and sweet sauce, and the challen...
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312: Kellie Grutko - Founder of Purposeful Pivot
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Kellie Grutko, founder of Purposeful Pivot, shares her journey from a corporate marketing career to establishing her coaching business aimed at helping women navigate career transitions. <...
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311: Eileen Stoner | The Stoner Group - Morgan Stanley
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Eileen Stoner, a seasoned financial advisor and principal of The Stoner Group at Morgan Stanley, to explore her unique journey from neonatal nursing to guiding clients through retirement and divorce finan...
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310: Logan Sandate - Girl Power Flag Football Mooresville
In this episode, Logan Sandate, founder of Girl Power Flag Football Mooresville, shares her journey of starting a youth flag football league for girls in the Lake Norman area. She discusses her athletic background, the inspiration behind cre...
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309: Doak Turner - Author of "A Crazy Journey (and finding my true identity)"
In this episode of The Best of Lake Norman podcast, Doak Turner shares his inspiring journey from feeling lost after high school to discovering his passion in the music and radio industry. He discusses the pivot...
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308: Jason Julian - Reign Moving Solutions
In this episode, Jason Julian, founder of Reign Moving Solutions, shares his journey from a corporate job to entrepreneurship in the moving industry. He discusses the importance of customer service, the challenges faced during the pandemic, ...
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307: Dominick Thompson - Founder of Watershed Builders (Charlotte & Lake Norman)
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Dominick Thompson, the founder of Watershed Builders. They discuss the growth of the Lake Norman area, Dom's unique journey from the automotive industry to construction, and the imp...
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306: Pure Barre (Birkdale Village) - Meet Katie Moscovitch
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Katie Moscovitch, the owner of Pure Barre in Birkdale Village. Katie shares her journey from a love of fitness and physical therapy to opening her own ...
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305: Elza Spaedy - Founder of Healed and Restored
In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Elza Spaedy, founder of Healed and Restored, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and girls recover from trauma. Elza shares her personal story...
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304: Whit's Frozen Custard (Lake Norman) - Meet Annsley Ehret & Amelia White
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Annsley and Amelia, the owners of Whit's Frozen Custard in Lake Norman, North Carolina. They share their backgrounds, the unique offerings of their custard shop, and the challenges and rewards of business...
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303: Dr. Sophia Dalabakis - Physical Therapy & Up Ending Parkinsons
In this episode of the Best of LKN podcast, Dr. Sophia Dalabakis shares her journey as a physical therapist specializing in Parkinson's care. She discusses her background, education, and the importance of quality patient care. <...
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302: Lauren Hopkins - Your Italian Passport
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Lauren Hopkins, founder of Your Italian Passport. Lauren shares her unique journey from being a prosecutor to starting her own business helping individ...
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301: SugaringLA Lake Norman - Meet Erica Tetuan
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Erica Tetuan, the owner of SugaringLA - Lake Norman!SugaringLA is an innovative hair removal salon. The products at sugaringLA are plant-based, free of harmful chemicals, and pack...
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300: Kangaroo Cozies - Supporting NICU babies and their families
In this episode of the Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Julia Kramer, founder of Kangaroo Cozies, a business dedicated to providing comfortable and well-fitting clothing for NICU babies. Julia shares her per...
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299: JETSET Pilates Lake Norman - Meet Kayla Logue & Benjamin Knight
In this engaging conversation, Kayla Logue and Benjamin Knight, the owners of JETSET Pilates, share their personal journeys and the unique offerings of their Pilates studio. They discuss the transformative power of Pilates and the importance...
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45:54
298: Kathleen O'Day - Estate Planning Attorney in Davidson
In this episode, Kathleen O'Day, founder and principal attorney of O'Day Law, shares her journey from a finance background to becoming an estate planning attorney. She discusses the importance of comprehensive estate planning, including spec...
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297: Pickleball For A Purpose - Benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
In this conversation, Jeff interviews MK Holmes, the campaign development manager for the Light the Night campaign with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). They discuss MK's background, her journey to LLS, and the impactful work the o...
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296: Robert McCrary - The Egg Cafe in Davidson
In this episode, Robert McCrary, owner of The Egg Cafe in Davidson, shares his journey from acting to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges and triumphs of running a restaurant. He discusses the concept beh...
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295: How to Stop Trading Time for Money with Jenny Melrose
In this episode, Jeff reconnects with Jenny Melrose to discuss how small business owners can stop trading their time for money by creating scalable digital products. They explore the challenges of solopreneurshi...
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294: Pointe Place - Redefining Luxury Living on Lake Norman
In this episode, the hosts explore the journey of designing and constructing a luxurious waterfront home on Lake Norman: “Pointe Place” - ...
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293: Morgan+Co Beauty Lounge - Meet Jodi Morgan
In this conversation, Jodi Morgan, owner of Morgan+Co Beauty Lounge, shares her journey from a passionate young girl in Ohio to a successful salon owner in Cornelius, North Carolina. She discusses the challenges...
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292: Local SEO with TJ Todd & Studio490
In this episode, Jeff welcomes back TJ Todd, founder of Studio490, to discuss the critical aspects of digital marketing, particularly focusing on local SEO. They explore the importance of maintaining a Google Business Profile, effective on-p...
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291: Danyell Suter - Owner of Groomed Salons & The Bar at Groomed
In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff interviews Danyell Suter, owner of Groomed Salons and The Bar at Groomed. Danyell shares her unique journey from a legal career to the world of hairdressing, highlighting...
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