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
243 episodes since 2020
243: Fisher Fest 2024 - Meet Jay Brown with the Tarheel Trailblazers
Jay Brown is the Events Chair with the Tarheel Trailblazers organization. Jay joins the podcast to share details about the upcoming Fisher Fest 2024 event.Fisher Fest is an event held at Fisher Farm park in Davidson,...
September 17, 2024
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23:31
242: Lake Norman's Glass Mansion - Meet Entrepreneur and Investor, Marty Lee
In this episode I sit down with Marty Lee, the new owner of Lake Norman’s “Glass Mansion.” 8776 Harbor Circle in Terrell, NC, also known as the Glass Mansion, is Lake Norman’s newest and most spectacular vacation rental property!<...
September 11, 2024
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21:52
241: Next Level Disaster Relief - Meet Andre Gagne
Next Level Disaster Relief is a nonprofit founded right here in the Lake Norman area that provides short and long term response and recovery services to communities impacted in the Mid-Atlantic and SouthEastern United States, before, during ...
September 05, 2024
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41:00
240: Cool Kids Clubhouse - Childhood Cancer Awareness with Tom Barrett and Kelly Goddard
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness month, and it’s an honor to kick it off this year with Cool Kids Clubhouse in Huntersville. Cool Kids Clubhouse in Honor of Dan Jansen is a local nonprofit on a mission to...
September 03, 2024
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29:06
239: Tom Planishek - Founder of Planishek Properties Custom Homes
Tom Planishek is the founder of Planishek Properties, a custom home builder in the Lake Norman area.In this episode, Tom shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey and the inspiration behind his company....
August 30, 2024
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31:02
238: Tina Carusillo - Mental Health Awareness and a Family's Journey
This is a very special episode for the podcast. We’re meeting Tina Carusillo, and opening up about mental illness and addiction.During our conversation, Tina shares the story of her son’s battle with bipolar disorder...
August 28, 2024
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42:01
237: Branch Wealth Partners - The Real Estate Investing Wealth-Building Strategy
Branch Wealth Partners is an organization that helps individuals build generational wealth through real estate investing.Founder Greg Lafferty and client relationship manager Christina Wright join the podcast to shar...
August 21, 2024
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55:11
236: Automated Shades Plus - Meet Charlie Hurst
Charlie Hurst is the founder of Automated Shades Plus, based in Huntersville and serving the entire Lake Norman region.Automated Shades Plus is a premier provider of automated window treatment solutions. Charlie has ...
August 14, 2024
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43:56
235: East Bay Woodworks in Mooresville - Meet Mike & Jennifer Puncochar
Mike and Jennifer Puncochar are the founders of East Bay Woodworks in Mooresville, North Carolina. East Bay Woodworks is Lake Norman’s premier woodworking destination. The team specializes in crafting the highes...
August 09, 2024
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49:05
234: Aria's Pride - Meet Rachael & Mike Ryan
Rachael and Mike Ryan join the podcast to share the story behind Aria’s Pride, a nonprofit they founded in honor of their daughter.Aria’s Pride is on a mission to make a difference in the lives of families facing chi...
August 06, 2024
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39:20
233: Lancaster Custom Dock & Lift Systems, Inc. - Meet Mark Lancaster
Lancaster Docks notesIn this episode of The Best of LKN podcast, Jeff travels to Troutman and sits down with Mark Lancaster.Mark is the owner of Lancaster Custom Dock & Lift Systems - a c...
July 31, 2024
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36:50
232: 7 Dog Training Tips with Mike Calinoff | Doglogics of Mooresville
Mike Calinoff is the founder of Doglogics, a dog training company based in Mooresville, North Carolina and serving the entire Lake Norman region.Mike is known as one of the most effective dog trainers in the area. He...
July 25, 2024
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31:24
231: The Cabin Pub in Davidson - Meet the owner, Traci Shaffner
Traci Shaffner is the owner of The Cabin Pub - a lovely little waterfront bar in Davidson at the North Harbor cove. In this podcast episode, Traci shares the story of her entrepreneurial journey and the inspirat...
July 04, 2024
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26:15
230: Carolina Farm Trust - Strengthening Our Local Food Systems
Carolina Farm Trust is a nonprofit organization on a mission to strengthen local food systems. Their vision: A region in which food systems promote social, environmental, and economic resilience.Zack Wyatt is the Pre...
June 27, 2024
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35:17
229: Brown Bag Seafood Co. - Meet the Founder, Donna Lee
Brown Bag Seafood Co. is a fast-casual seafood restaurant located in the heart of Birkdale Village. Founder Donna Lee joins the podcast to share the story of her entrepreneurial journey and the inspiration behind the Brown Bag Seafood concep...
June 25, 2024
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43:43
228: Remedy - A Journey in Fashion with Ashley Marsh
Remedy is a fashion boutique in Cornelius featuring fine clothing for men and women along with fabulous accessories.Owner Ashley Marsh sits down with Jeff in this episode and shares the story behind Remedy, from the ...
June 21, 2024
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32:11
227: Magnify Marketing Co. - Small Business Marketing with Amery Glenn
Magnify Marketing is an agency based in Davidson, North Carolina that specializes in producing thumb-stopping content, creative media production, and applying next-level brand strategies for small businesses.Founder ...
June 18, 2024
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33:06
226: Ascend Health & Wellness in Mooresville - Meet Brandon Valent
Ascend Health and Wellness is a premier sports, HRT, and medical weight loss practice in Mooresville, North Carolina.Founder Brandon Valent joins the podcast to share the inspiration behind Ascend Health and Wellness...
June 14, 2024
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32:53
225: Alair Homes Lake Norman - Meet David Bengston and Susan Violette
Alair Lake Norman is a custom home builder and remodeling company based in Davidson, NC.Business partners David Bengston and Susan Violette join the podcast to share the inspiration behind the company and details abo...
June 11, 2024
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37:40
224: Robert Burns II Photography & Videography - Celebrating the BRIDE Magazine Launch
Robert Burns II is a highly acclaimed wedding & event photographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina.In this episode, Robert joins the podcast to share details about his journey in professional wedding photograp...
June 07, 2024
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47:35
223: Six Work Coworking - Lake Norman's Innovative New Coworking Office
Six Work Coworking is Lake Norman’s hottest new place to call your “work home.” Six Work offers numerous membership options, including private offices, social suites, dedicated desks, and affordable “flex” membership plans.
June 04, 2024
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29:04
222: Mattress Express Lake Norman - Family Owned Since 1994
Mattress Express is a locally owned mattress store serving the Lake Norman area with stores in Mooresville and Cornelius.Co-owner Neal Jackson joins the podcast to share the story behind the business. Listen in as Ne...
May 31, 2024
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27:06
221: Lake Norman Marina - A Multi-Generational Business Journey with Owner Mark Kale
Mark Kale is the owner and President of Lake Norman Marina, the area’s largest family-owned marina on Lake Norman, North Carolina.In this episode, I sit down with Mark at Lake Norman Marina as he shares the history o...
May 23, 2024
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31:39
220: Jenny Pippin - Designing Fully Supportive Homes with Pippin Home Designs
Jenny Pippin is an award-winning home designer and the founder of Pippin Home Designs. Jenny has designed thousands of custom homes around the Lake Norman area, as well as in other parts of the country.Jenny speciali...
May 21, 2024
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39:27
219: KS Audio Video in Cornelius - Meet Nathan Ziegler and Quincy Hamilton
KS Audio Video is a high end home and office technology company based in Cornelius, North Carolina. They specialize in high-end audio/video systems installations for both residential homes and commercial buildings.In...
May 16, 2024
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31:24