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
250 episodes
250: Luke Vass - Assistant Director of Player Development at The Carolina Factory
Luke Vass is the Assistant Director of Training at The Carolina Factory in Cornelius. Luke played college basketball, and upon graduating last May he moved to the Lake Norman area and joined the team at TCF.In this e...
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249: Soul to Soul Outreach - Meet Lynne Hoey and Jen Taksa
Soul to Soul Outreach is a local nonprofit organization that strives to address the needs of the homeless and indigent by providing advocacy, connecting individuals to essential resources, and offering spiritual guidance.<...
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48:15
248: Sabores Bakery in Old Town Cornelius - Meet Daniele Amaral
The co-owner of Sabores Bakery, Daniele Amaral, joins the podcast this week! Sabores Bakery is located in the Food Truck Village in Old Town Cornelius. Daniele shares the inspiration behind launching her food tr...
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247: Simply Dare - Professional Home Organizing with Kenzie Harkey
Kenzie Harkey is the founder and CEO of Simply Dare, a home organization company serving the Charlotte and Atlanta markets.During our conversation, Kenzie shares the story of her entrepreneurial journey and an overvi...
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37:48
246: Freshwater Interior Design & Freshwater Custom Homes - Meet Karen & Alan Schmidt
Freshwater Interior Designs and Freshwater Custom Homes are a design-build partnership in Mooresville, North Carolina. Owners Karen and Alan Schmidt join the podcast to share the stories behind their businesses....
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245: Luke and the Lost Bell - A Book by Megan Miller
Megan Miller rejoins the podcast to share the story of “Luke and the Lost Bell.”“Luke and the Lost Bell” is a heartfelt children’s book written to help guide young cancer patients and their families. With vivid story...
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244: Jon Beyerle - Local Photographer & Small Business Owner
Jon Beyerle is a small business owner and photographer. He resides in Davidson, North Carolina.Jon has produced some of the finest photos of the Lake Norman area for local publications, businesses, and individuals.
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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,...
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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!<...
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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 ...
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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...
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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....
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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