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
288 episodes
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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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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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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45:00
270: Nicole Leininger - Lake Norman Luxury Real Estate & Lifestyle
In this episode of The Best of LKN Podcast, host Jeff Hamm interviews Nicole Leininger, a highly successful real estate broker in the Lake Norman area. They discuss Nicole's journey in rea...
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31:30
269: The Local ~ Salon & Parlor - Meet Lauren Rorie
Lauren Rorie is the owner of The Local Salon & Parlor in Cornelius, and she joins the podcast this week.During our conversation, Lauren shares the story of her entrepreneurial journey and the inspiration for owni...
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49:05
268: Overflow - Self Pour Tap Room & Event Space (with Rooftop!) at Lake Norman
Stacy Jarrett is the new Managing Owner of Overflow in Mooresville. Overflow is a wildly popular and innovative self-pour tap room located in the Langtree area of Lake Norman.During our conversation, Stacy shares a l...
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267: MarineMax Lake Norman - Chatting all things boating with Todd Ritter
Todd Ritter, the General Manager of MarineMax Lake Norman, joins the podcast!Is there any better way to enjoy Lake Norman than by boat? I don’t think so. Todd and I talk about some of the amazing brands available at ...
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42:53
266: Kunu Coffee Co. - Community, Connection, and Coffee with Terence & Debi Kidd
The co-founders of Kunu Coffee Company, Terence and Debi Kidd, join the podcast to share the inspirational story behind their coffee company. The duo, along with co-founder Anthony Nugnes, formed Kunu Coffee in 2024 with a vision for a comfo...
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