In this episode, I sit down with Nancy and Jennifer, the founders of OG Fitness in Cornelius. OG fitness is a locally owned “women’s only” facility dedicated to providing personal training for women of all ages and fitness levels.

OG Fitness

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

Clean Eatz Cafe
SpeedPro Imaging
Used Gym Store
Di Thurma Wellness Recovery

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In this episode, I sit down with Austin Helms, the owner and founding partner at Ease Plumbing - an innovative plumbing company that’s giving license holders the opportunity to run their own shop without the worry and headaches of owning a business.  Ease Plumbing’s Market Leader program provides the backend financial support, dispatch, human resources, marketing, and other resources so that plumbers can continue to do what they do best— plumbing. 

Ease Plumbing

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

Griffin Bros. Companies
Viva Electric
Lincoln Harris
Royal Bliss Brewing Co.
The Fresh Egg

Special thanks to Lake Norman Economic Development. 

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In this episode, I sit down with Cassandra Wood. She is the owner and creator of Buttercup Bride in Mooresville - one of Lake Norman’s premier bridal boutiques. Cassandra shares the story of her small business journey and the inspiration behind her beautiful small business. Cassandra also shares some advice for future brides when it comes to selecting their special gowns, and she also shares a little bit of advice for aspiring small business owners.

Buttercup Bride

Businesses mentioned in this episode:

Blumengarten Florist
Jones Sow and Sew
The Passion Pour
The Rafters at Historic St. Mark’s

Special thanks to Jillian Mason

Buttercup Bride was featured in our Best Bridal Boutiques article.

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In this episode, I sit down with Elliot Mabe, the General Manager at Clutch Studios. Clutch Studios is Charlotte’s premier studio for video, film, photography, and events. Elliot shares the story of how Clutch Studios was formed and the important role a creative production studio can play in the growth of any sized business.

Clutch Studios

Other organizations mentioned in this episode:

Joey Logano Foundation
Chef Robert Irvine
NC Film Commission
Charlotte Regional Film Commission
Coca Cola
Club Car
Elevation Church
Burn Boot Camp

Special thanks to Lake Norman Economic Development. 

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In this episode, I get together with the marketing team at North American properties to discuss Birkdale Village. Cayley Mullen, VP of Marketing with North American Properties, and Maureen Smith, the Marketing Manager at Birkdale Village, join me to share the details of how North American Properties has reimagined the Birkdale Village experience. 

Birkdale Village | 8712 Lindholm Dr #202, Huntersville, NC 28078

Get your tickets to Celebrate Birkdale! 

Mentioned in this podcast episode:

Cool Kids Clubhouse
eeZ Fusion & Sushi

Other friends of ours at Birkdale Village:

Dressler’s Restaurant
Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop

Special thanks to North American Properties and Lake Norman Economic Development. 

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In this episode, I sit down with Adam O’Hare, the owner and general manager at Luxury Auto Company in Cornelius. Adam shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey and how he’s living the car guy dream. 

Luxury Auto Company

IG: @luxuryautocompany & @luxuryautoco_adam    

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

Suds N’ Shine Car Wash - Cornelius
Auto Arsenal Vehicle Wraps - Cornelius

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In this episode, I sit down with Jamie McNeilis, the owner of Centerpiece Home Staging in Cornelius. Jamie shares the story of her small business journey and how she became the founder of one of the premier home staging companies in our area. 

Also joining us is Tina Crockett. Tina joined Centerpiece Home Staging last year after a 25-year career in the finance industry. Tina shares the story of what inspired her to leave corporate America and join forces with a successful local small business. Jamie and Tina also share some valuable advice for decluttering, organizing, and staging your own home. 

Finally, stay with us until the end of the episode where the team shares a special offer JUST for the listeners of this podcast.

Centerpiece Home Staging | Cornelius, NC 28031

Shoutouts to these local businesses and nonprofits:

A Splash of Color - House Painters
Consign on a Dime & Showplace 28
Lydia’s Loft
Beds for Kids
Furnish For Good

Book mentioned:

Atomic Habits 
by James Clear 

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In this episode, I sit down with Leslie Murphy, the owner, and practitioner at Balanced Health Acupuncture in Cornelius. Leslie has helped hundreds of patients reclaim their health with acupuncture. In this conversation, Leslie shares the story of how she was introduced to acupuncture years ago, and why she decided to open her own practice here in the Lake Norman area.

Balanced Health Acupuncture

Address: 20605 N Main St, Cornelius, NC 28031

(980) 349-8947

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

The Edmund Center of Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy
Summit Coffee
Natural Tooth Health

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In this episode, I sit down with Bob Schwinn, the principal at Schwinn CPA (PLLC), an accounting firm in Cornelius that specialized in assisting small businesses with their accounting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation needs. Bob shares a checklist to help guide you in the formation for starting a business in North Carolina, as well as some information on potentially lucrative tax incentives for small businesses in 2022.

Schwinn CPA PLLC

Download the Small Business Start-Up Checklist HERE.

Information for important potential tax incentives in NC*:

NC Pass-Through Entity Tax*
NC Employee Retention Credit*

*NOTE: This is not an offer of advice from The Best of LKN or Epic Journey Media, L.L.C. Please, consult with an accounting professional  (like Schwinn CPA PLLC) for information on how your business might be able to participate in these programs.

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

Payroll Plus | Cornelius, NC
Charlotte Payroll | Cornelius, NC
Lake Norman Small Business Network
The Jay Hurt Hub @ Davidson College

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In this episode, I sit down with Matt and Britt Sarver, the leaders at The Sarver Group powered by Keller Williams Realty Lake Norman.

Matt and Britt share the story of their careers in real estate and the inspiration behind forming their amazing team of real estate professionals. They are at the top of the Lake Norman real estate market and tracking over $100-million in real estate transactions for 2022.

Stay tuned until the end of the episode where Matt and Britt share some sage advice for anyone interested in pursuing a career in real estate.

The Sarver Group | Keller Williams Realty

The Sarver Group | Luxury Portfolio

Matt’s mobile phone number: (704) 506-2323

Shoutouts to these local businesses:

Lakeside Custom Tees & Embroidery
Sweet Dreams Mattress & Furniture
Knipp Law Office, PLLC

Be sure to check out:

Think Like A CEO Podcast with Gary Keller and Jay Papasan

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