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!
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In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff sits down with Mariano Doble, owner of the Davidson Village Inn and founder of Vine Society. Mariano shares the inspiring story of how he and his wife turned a lifelong dream of owning a boutique inn into reality, their instant connection with Davidson, and the philosophy of “t
Jeff sits down with Valerie Mano, owner of Fully Promoted Lake Norman in Cornelius, NC. Valerie shares her journey from France to the Caribbean to Lake Norman, and how she transitioned from a career in physical therapy to running a thriving promotional products and embroidery business. They discuss the services Fully
324: Chelsea Kowalski - The Creative Force Behind @lakenormanexploring & @followourcompass
In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff Hamm chats with Chelsea Kowalski, the creative force behind two standout Instagram accounts: @LakeNormanExploring and @FollowOurCompass. Chelsea shares how she transitioned from a career in accounting to content creation, her journey into social media management, and the growth
In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff visits Skybrook Golf Club in Huntersville to chat with General Manager Matt Hill, a PGA professional with deep roots in the golf industry. Matt shares his journey from aspiring pro to club leader, and offers a behind-the-scenes look at Skybrook’s vibrant community, semi-private
In this episode, Jeff welcomes Morgan Bernard (Store Manager) and Sloan Adler (Assistant Manager) from PostNet Cornelius. As long-time collaborators and community champions, Morgan and Sloan share how PostNet serves as a one-stop-shop for local businesses—offering everything from shipping and mailboxes to graphic desi
Shawn Jessup and Bryan Lawson of XHALE Construction discuss their journey into the construction industry, focusing on high performance homes. They emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to home building, which prioritizes health, comfort, and energy efficiency. The conversation also covers their backgrounds,