In this episode, we’re featuring Launch LKN. This is an organization that I’ve been really hoping to feature on the podcast for a long time. I think the best way to describe Launch LKN is to simply quote the copy on their website. Here’s what I found on the launchlkn.com “our story” page:
Launch LKN is a collaborative community of entrepreneurs, educators, mentors, and community leaders dedicated to sharing knowledge and motivating the growth of the technology startup scene in the Lake Norman area.
Lake Norman’s rapidly growing communities are ripe with talent, expertise, academic excellence, and innovative minds. Launch LKN connects these pieces to advance entrepreneurial success and impact our changing economic landscape.
Obviously, the work that the team at Launch LKN is doing in the Lake Norman area makes them a perfect fit for this podcast. Joining me for this conversation is the co-founder of Launch LKN, Mark McDowell, and the chairman of the board at Launch LKN, Bob Guth.
Local Lake Norman businesses and organizations mentioned in this episode:
The Jay Hurt Hub @ Davidson College
Laurel Belle Photography & Branding
Bloom Strategic Communications
Companies mentioned that were mentored by Launch LKN:
Lucid Drone Technologies
StoryNow
Portfolio Kings
Local Lake Norman craft breweries and taprooms mentioned:
Cornelius Drafthouse | Cornelius, NC
D9 Brewing | Cornelius, NC
Ass Clown Brewing | Cornelius, NC
Eleven Lakes Brewing Company | Cornelius, NC
Old Town Public House | Cornelius, NC
Lost Worlds Brewing | Cornelius, NC
Royal Bliss Brewing Company | Denver, NC
Books recommended:
Team of Rivals
by Doris Kearns Goodwin
The Everything Store
by Brad Stone
The Bezos Letters
by Steve Anderson
The Storyteller
by Dave Grohl
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