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
295 episodes
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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37:50
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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48:44
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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25:31
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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47:08
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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29:11
290: Atrium Health Concierge Care Lake Norman
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff interviews Dr. Kenesha Kirkland and Dr. Christopher Messitt from Atrium Health Concierge Care in Cornelius. They discuss the innovative concierge care model, which allows for a more personaliz...
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28:23
289: Tiffany Roberts - Transforming Home Building with Walk Thru Plans
In this episode of The Best of LKN, Tiffany Roberts discusses her new business, Walk Thru Plans Charlotte, which offers innovative visualization technology for home building and renovation. Tiffany shares her jo...
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32:33
288: Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont - Meet Jenn Bass
In this episode, Jenn Bass, the executive director of Girls on the Run Greater Piedmont, shares her journey and the mission of the organization. Girls on the Run aims to inspire girls to be healthy, confident, a...
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23:48
287: The Garden Room in Mooresville - Meet Erin Clark
In this episode of The Best of LKN, we meet Erin Clark, the owner of The Garden Room in Mooresville. Erin shares her journey from various cities across the U.S. to settling in Mooresville, where she opened her outdoor furniture store. <...
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30:51
286: Jason Sanford - Creator of the FloatLKN App
In this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, host Jeff Hamm interviews Jason Sanford, the founder of Float Apps, which helps users navigate lakes across the United States. Jason shares his background, the inspira...
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26:58
285: Zen Psychiatric Services - Meet Dr. Anthony Frasca
In this conversation, Dr. Anthony Frasca, the Founder and CEO of Zen Psychiatric, shares his journey into psychiatry and the establishment of his practice. He discusses his background, the importance of Assertive Community Treatment (ACT), a...
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54:33
284: Hasan Ahad - Director of Player Development at The Carolina Factory
Hasan Ahad is the Director of Player Development at the Carolina Factory, and he’s the founder of Hasan’s Hoops. In this episode, Hasan and I talk about his journey from playing basketball to coaching. We explor...
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22:11
283: Brooke Dolen - Highlighting the North Carolina High Country
In this podcast episode, Brooke Dolen shares her journey from West Virginia to the North Carolina High Country, discussing her real estate career and the opportunities available in the area. The conversation ex...
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27:40
282: Danielle Benham - Full Spectrum Health and Wellness
In this episode, Danielle Benham shares her journey into health and wellness, highlighting her experiences that led her to start her practice in functional nutrition and thermography. She discusses the importanc...
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46:20
281: Snooze Mattress Company Cornelius - Meet Kara Perrault
This podcast episode features Kara Perrault, General Manager of Snooze Mattress Company in Cornelius, discussing the family-owned business that her parents recently opened. Kara, who grew up in Concord and studi...
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23:48
280: From Craft Cocktails to Craft Coffee – The Story Behind The Coffee Shop in Cornelius
In this episode, Jeff sits down with Kas Matos, owner of The Coffee Shop and Twiggs in downtown Cornelius, NC. Kas shares his journey from growing up in Georgia to becoming a serial entrepreneur, creating unique spaces that serve and energiz...
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26:39
279: Davesté Vineyards - Sip, Savor, and Stay Awhile
In this episode, Jeff heads to the heart of Troutman, North Carolina for a visit to Davesté Vineyards, the closest vineyard to Charlotte and a beloved destination for wine lovers and casual sippers alike. He sits down with...
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39:05
278: Julie Fagan - Blogging with Peanut Butter Fingers
Julie Fagan is the creative force behind Peanut Butter Fingers, a popular lifestyle blog she launched in 2009. The blog's quirky name stems from Julie's habit of dipping her fingers in peanut butter - a simple pleasure that reflects her appr...
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50:09
277: Mooresville Arts - Meet Dixon Handshaw
Dixon Handshaw is the Chairman of the Board at Mooresville Arts, an important nonprofit located in the heart of downtown Mooresville, NC.Mooresville Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the Lake No...
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29:17
276: A Small Business Marketing Masterclass with Lauren Spagnoletti
In this episode, Lauren Spagnoletti, founder of Little Men Roaring, shares her journey from the entertainment industry to establishing a boutique marketing agency. She emphasizes the importance of identifying yo...
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39:37
275: Mortgages and Marketing with Taylor Judge
In this conversation, Taylor Judge, a licensed loan originator, shares her journey into the mortgage industry, discussing the appeal of her profession, current trends in mortgage rates, and valuable tips for first-time home buyers. ...
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37:29
274: Dobson Interiors of Lake Norman - Meet Stephanie Dobson
Dobson Interiors is a boutique design firm located in Lake Norman, North Carolina. The company focuses on creating aesthetically pleasing and functional living spaces tailored to each client's lifestyle and needs for every stage of life.&nbs...
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43:48
273: Mark Mahoney - Co-Founder & CEO of Jackrabbit Technologies
Joining the podcast is Mark Mahoney, the CEO & Co-Founder of Jackrabbit Technologies.Jackrabbit Technologies is a leading provider of cloud-based class management software designed for youth activity centers, inc...
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39:22
272: Paige Richardson Styling - Wardrobe Stylist & Fashion Image Consultant
Paige Richardson is a wardrobe stylist, fashion/image consultant, and the owner of Paige Richardson Styling.After spending nearly two decades in the corporate retail world as a merchandising executive in Manhattan an...
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43:57
271: Tarheel Trailblazers - Providing Mountain Biking Opportunities Since 1990
In this special podcast episode, Jeff sits down with board members from the Tarheel Trailblazers - a nonprofit organization that has been creating, maintaining, and protecting mountain bike trails throughout the greater Charlotte area since ...
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