Lake Norman Business Podcast
47 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsOn the LKN Business Podcast Co-Hosts Danny and Ryan shine a spotlight on the great businesses here in Lake Norman. Business is more fun as a community so they're going behind the curtain to get the who, what, and why. If you want to know about what drives the businesses in your community, this is your new favorite podcast.
If you own a business in LKN and want to be a guest, reach us at [email protected]
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Episodes
S4 E16 Vanessa McGovern
August 25, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 42.6 MBVanessa owns a travel management company. Her company supports independent travel agents, by helping them scale and manage their businesses. We talk about email marketing and about how critical it is to stay top-of-mind. Enjoy!
S4 E15 Stephanie Rodstater
August 18, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 40.3 MBStephanie and her husband own Adjusting the World chiropractic. She talks to us about her passion for educating her clients about health. We also talk about how important it is to go out into the world and network face-to-face. This was a fun episode for us. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
S4 E14 Denny Castillo
August 13, 2023 21:11 - 15 minutes - 28.7 MBDenny and Dee Castillo own Quality Air of the Carolinas. Quality Air is an HVAC business with a unique focus on health. In this episode we talk about the importance of providing quality service while making sure not to burn out employees. Denny talks about how he and his team balance this and why it’s important. Enjoy!
S4 E13 Chelsea Hayes
August 04, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 42.1 MBThis week we’re talking to Chelsea Hayes. Chelsea helps her clients create their own online courses. We had a great conversation about how business owners can utilize their specific expertise to create more revenue for their business. We hope you enjoy!
S4 E12 Kelly Korak
July 28, 2023 14:19 - 22 minutes - 42.5 MBIn this episode we talk with Kelly Korak. Kelly owns Blender Creative Agency, a design agency that helps businesses with their visual branding. She talks about building her team, scaling her agency, and her love for all things marketing!
S4 E11 ROI
July 07, 2023 10:00 - 10 minutes - 20.3 MBMake sure you know why you’re doing what you’re doing in every area of your marketing. It shouldn’t always be about immediate dollars and cents. Think about brand. Think about relationships. Be patient, and invest in long term growth.
S4 E10 Reducing Friction
June 30, 2023 11:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBYou should try to make it as easy as possible for people to do business with you! When someone is ready to give you money, shut up and let them give you money! In this episode, we talk all about why it’s so important to make things simple and easy for your customers!
S4 E9 Mailbag Episode
June 23, 2023 10:00 - 18 minutes - 34 MBS4 E9 Mailbag Episode In this episode Ryan and Danny answer the questions from listeners. Questions like: When it comes to your business… What’s one thing you could never live without? What’s one thing you will never do again? What has been your biggest hardship in business, and how did you learn from it?
S4 E8 Facebook Ads
June 16, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBFacebook Ads aren’t just for big businesses. For just a few dollars per day you can boost a post and reach hundreds of people. And, there’s a whole world on the back end of Facebook, where you can hyper-target your ideal audience. In this episode we talk all things facebook Ads. Enjoy!
S4 E7 Jim Contes
June 09, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 42 MBOur guest this week is Jim Contes. Jim owns Aviation Metals. In the episode we talked with him about what it looks like to take over and grow a business. Jim has spent a lot of time investing in his team and company culture. We talk about practical tips that you can use to build a good team and company culture for your business.
S4 E6 Joe Vagnone
June 02, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes - 40.9 MBOur guest this week is Joe Vagnone. Joe is a business broker specializing in small business. He started in the restaurant industry and built a chain into one of the largest in the southeast. He works with business owners to maximize profit when they’re getting ready to exit.
S4 E5 Social Media For Business
May 26, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 13.8 MBYou don’t have to be perfect! You don’t have to have perfect grammar. You don’t have to have perfect lighting. You just need to be yourself, and get out there, and give value to people. In this episode we’re talking about social media for your business.
S4 E4 Dana Meadows
May 19, 2023 13:00 - 18 minutes - 34.1 MBOur guest this week is Dana Meadows. Dana is a loan officer in Lake Norman. She’s with The Meadows Team at Movement Mortgage. She has some tips for small business owners if they’re looking to purchase. She also talks about how she grew such a big business and growth tips for other business owners.
S4 E3 Marketing With No Budget
May 12, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 29 MBIn this episode we talk about how to market with no budget. Social media, organic content, email marketing. There are so many options for small businesses that have no budget for marketing.
S4 E2 Todd Youngblood
May 05, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 51.9 MBOur guest this week is Todd Youngblood. Todd is a serial entrepreneur. He built and recently exited sleep.me. We talked to him about what it takes to scale a business successfully.
S4 E1 Niche Down Your Business
April 28, 2023 10:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBSmall business owners often don’t know who they’re talking to. It’s crucial that you understand who your ideal clients are. Your business isn’t for everyone! In this episode, we talk about the importance of choosing a niche for your business.
S3 E12, Featuring Dale Gillmore
April 13, 2020 15:14 - 22 minutes - 41.3 MBHey Lake Norman! We're back with another great interview. Danny & Ryan sat down with Dale Gillmore, Founder of Quest Advisory and Chairman at Make An Impact Foundation. In addition to practical business advice, Dale talks about his decision to launch Make An Impact Foundation - and why it's so important for business owners to pursue meaningful impact beyond simply paying the bills each month. Give it a listen! (And don't worry - this interview was filmed several months ago. No Shelter-In...
Lake Norman Business Podcast, S3 E11, Featuring Andrew Isaacs
April 03, 2020 15:51 - 16 minutes - 31 MBHappy Friday, Lake Norman! We've got a brand-new episode for you to enjoy while you socially distance. In this episode, Ryan Webber and Danny Decker interview Andrew Isaacs of i6 Graphics LLC. Listen in as Andrew shares why it's so important to make time to work *on* your business and not just *in* your business. (And don't worry - this interview was filmed several months ago. No Shelter-In-Place regulations were violated in the making of this show :)
Lake Norman Business Podcast, S3 E10, Featuring Tiffany Webber
February 28, 2020 17:41 - 17 minutes - 31.5 MBThis week on the podcast, Ryan and Danny are joined by Tiffany Webber! In this interview, Tiffany talks about the importance of empathizing and emotionally connecting with prospects and clients - and why, in a sales conversation, your goal should be to LISTEN most of the time, rather than talking. Check it out!
Lake Norman Business Podcast, S3 E9, Featuring Matt Andersen
February 11, 2020 20:02 - 14 minutes - 26.1 MBThis week, Ryan Webber and Danny Decker sit down with Matt Andersen, CEO of M.D. Andersen CPA, PA. Matt talks about why it's so valuable for business owners and marketers to truly understand their clients. Empathy is the missing ingredient for many businesses, and Matt shares some great insight into how to better understand and serve customers & clients. Check it out!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E8, featuring Jeff Wanner of Pair PEO
February 03, 2020 21:48 - 20 minutes - 38 MBThis week, Danny Decker and Ryan Webber sit down with Jeff Wanner, Founder & CEO of Pair PEO. In the interview, Jeff explains the benefits of working with a "Professional Employer Organization" (PEO) in order to streamline HR services. He also shares some of his best tips and strategies for building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with clients and referral sources. Give it a listen!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E7, Featuring Lorri Hoffman of Movement Mortgage
January 24, 2020 22:07 - 17 minutes - 31.7 MBThis week, Ryan and Danny sit down with Lorri Hoffman of Movement Mortgage for a great conversation around the importance of creating real *relationships* with customers and clients. Give it a listen and make sure you subscribe to the Lake Norman Business Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and Google Play!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E6, Featuring Mike Yarbrough of Rustic & Main
January 18, 2020 16:56 - 18 minutes - 34.7 MBWe're back with another great interview! Mike Yarbrough, CEO and founder of Rustic & Main, joined Danny Decker and Ryan Webber for a conversation around how to use systems & processes in order to scale your business rapidly. There's something in this interview for every business owner out there - give it a listen!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E5, Featuring Brian Kaup of Trinity Commercial Cleaning
January 13, 2020 15:54 - 19 minutes - 35.1 MBWe're back with a new episode! Check out Ryan & Danny's interview with Brian Kaup, owner of Trinity Commercial Cleaning, LLC. Brian and his team deliver an incredible customer experience, and in this episode he shares several great ideas on how to "surprise and delight" customers to keep them coming back for more!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E4, featuring Richard Tomasini of eXp Realty
January 06, 2020 20:36 - 20 minutes - 38.3 MBWhat better way to celebrate the first Monday of 2020 than by launching a new episode! Danny Decker & Ryan Webber had the opportunity to sit down with Richard Tomasini of eXp Realty. Richard has built a large team of top-performing professionals, and in this interview he shares some of his best tips for identifying, attracting, and leading a winning team. Check it out!
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E3, Featuring Tim Baier of Spiracle Media
December 07, 2019 15:52 - 21 minutes - 38.6 MBExcited to have Tim Baier, co-founder and CEO of Spiracle Media join Danny Decker and Ryan Webber this week on the podcast. Tim and his team are master storytellers - and on this episode of the Lake Norman Business Podcast, Tim shares tips and strategies that every business owner can use to tell their own story more effectively.
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E2, Featuring Michael Osborne of Ship Transportal
December 03, 2019 19:37 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MBHappy Monday - we're back with a new episode!! Ryan and Danny had the opportunity to interview Michael Osborne, founder & CEO of Ship Transportal. Over the years, Mike has built a strong company culture in an industry known for high turnover rates. Listen in and learn how he does it - and how you can build a powerful culture in your organization.
LKN Business Podcast, S3 E1, Featuring Ryan Webber & Danny Decker
November 25, 2019 20:01 - 8 minutes - 16.1 MBDanny Decker welcomes new host Ryan Webber as they kick off Season Three of the Lake Norman Business Podcast!
LKN Business Podcast, S2 E9, Featuring Chris Clark of CLARK.LAW
October 05, 2019 14:06 - 25 minutes - 47.3 MBEpisode 9 features our good friend Chris Clark from The Law Office of Chris Clark, PLLC. Chris is an entrepreneurial-minded attorney that specializes in working with business owners and entrepreneurs in the Charlotte & Lake Norman area. In addition to sharing some great marketing strategies, in this episode Chris shares some strategies that business owners can use to prevent costly legal mistakes. Give it a listen!
LKN Business Podcast, S2 E9, Featuring Andy Upchurch of Bin 110
April 08, 2019 15:29 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MBAnd we're back with another great episode! S2E9 features Andy Upchurch of Bin 110. Andy talks about his journey in launching a new business and has great insight on the process of standing out and adding value to customers. Bin 110 has an incredible bourbon/whiskey and wine list - make sure you check them out!
LKN Business Podcast, S2 E8, Featuring Lynette Santomenna of Race City Marine
March 14, 2019 13:43 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBLynette had some really great marketing insight to share - including the idea that effective marketing goes beyond just the products and services we sell. Race City Marine isn't just selling boats - they're giving their customers the opportunity to make memories with their families that will last a lifetime. How can you apply this concept in your marketing? Enjoy the episode!
LKN Business Podcast S2 E7, with Titus Bartolotta
February 27, 2019 20:37 - 19 minutes - 35.6 MBWe're really excited to release this episode, featuring Titus Bartolotta. Titus is the force behind Business Leaders Unleashed, Collaborative Solutions Group, The Lotta Foundation, and believe it or not, that's only a partial list of what he's got going on! Check it out now! As always, big thanks to our sponsors this season - Chapter One Films and the Excel Marketplace Breakfast presented by Newsong Church.
LKN Business Podcast S2 E6, with Greg Prinz of Chapter One Films
January 05, 2019 13:09 - 20 minutes - 37.6 MBIn Season Two, Episode Six, Richie and Danny interview Greg Prinz, owner and lead videographer at Chapter One Films. Greg shares some great tips for how business owners can market themselves more effectively using video. He talks about the types of video that work best for businesses, and he shares some tips on how to get started. Check it out!
LKN Business Podcast S2 E5, with Terri Long of Hemp Lily
December 19, 2018 19:10 - 19 minutes - 35.2 MBDanny and Richie interview Terri Long, owner of Hemp Lily. Terri talks about the unique benefits of CBD oil while sharing her experience marketing her business in an emerging marketplace. You can learn more at www.cbdoilsource.com.
LKN Business Podcast S2 E4, with Ryan Webber, Marketing Director at Thomas, Godley & Grimes
November 27, 2018 21:11 - 19 minutes - 35.4 MBIn this episode, Richie and Danny interview Ryan Webber, Marketing Director at Thomas, Godley & Grimes. Ryan's entrepreneurial background combined with his experience as the Marketing Director at a fast-growing law firm gives him a well-rounded perspective on what makes marketing work. He shares a handful of practical tips and strategies in this episode - give it a listen! Learn more about Thomas, Godley, & Grimes by visiting https://www.tgglawyers.com.
LKN Business Podcast S2 E3, with Rachel Monrad of R&S Realty
November 02, 2018 15:44 - 23 minutes - 43.1 MBRachel Monrad joined us for an interview and shared some great marketing tips and strategies! Learn more about Rachel at www.randsrealtygroup.com!
LKN Business Podcast S2 E2, with Brandon Watts of BrandonWattsMortgage.com
October 10, 2018 16:44 - 22 minutes - 40.8 MBIn this episode, Richie and Danny sit down with Brandon Watts of Brandon Watts Mortgage. Brandon talks about his unique and effective approach to branding, and shows off some of his favorite promotional products. Learn more about Brandon at http://BrandonWattsMortgage.com
LKN Business Podcast S2 E1, with Tracy Alston of New Mentality, P.C.
September 19, 2018 17:41 - 18 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Richie and Danny sit down with Tracy Alston of New Mentality, P.C. Tracy discusses her unique approach to mental health and peak performance, and shares some of the marketing tips and strategies she has developed along the way. Learn more about Tracy at www.http://newmentalityinc.com.
EP 9 - Steven Groves - Social Marketing Conversations - Lake Norman Business Podcast
July 11, 2018 21:03 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBRichie and Danny interview Steven Groves, Managing Partner of Social Marketing Conversations. Learn more at https://socialmarketingconversations.com.
EP 8 - Todd Wolfram - Pita Pit Lake Norman - Lake Norman Business Podcast
June 09, 2018 18:15 - 34 minutes - 47 MBRichie and Danny interview Todd Wolfram, owner of Pita Pit Lake Norman. Located in Cornelius, Pita Pit is a healthy alternative to fast food. Learn more at https://PitaPitUSA.com
EP 7 - Pete Seeber - Rocus Networks - Lake Norman Business Podcast
May 19, 2018 12:41 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBIn this episode, Richie and Danny interview Pete Seeber of Rocus Networks. Based right here in Lake Norman, Rocus offers cybersecurity protection for businesses across the world. Learn more at https://www.rocusnetworks.com.
EP 6 - Jim Vogel - Lake Norman Small Business Network - Lake Norman Business Podcast
March 03, 2018 16:25 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBIn today's episode, Danny and Richie had the opportunity to sit down with Jim Vogel, Chair of the Lake Norman Small Business Network and Owner of IMU Social Media. Learn more about LKNSB here: www.lakenormansmallbusinessnetwork.com/ Learn more about IMU Social Media here: www.imusocialmedia.com/
EP 5 - Jonathan Weiner - 360 Visuals - Lake Norman Business Podcast
February 12, 2018 22:38 - 53 minutes - 44.8 MBIn this episode, Richie and Danny chat with Jonathan Weiner of 360 Visuals in Huntersville, NC. Learn more at https://360-visuals.com.
EP 4 - Sarah Harkins - Thrive Counseling - Lake Norman Business Podcast
January 31, 2018 15:41 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBIn this episode, Danny and Richie sit down with Sarah Harkins, owner of Thrive Counseling and Wellness located in Mooresville, NC. Learn more at https://www.lknthrive.com.
EP 3 - Ranard Brown - Gracie Lake Norman - Lake Norman Business Podcast
October 07, 2017 13:32 - 59 minutes - 34 MBRichie Peplin and Danny Decker interview Ranard Brown, owner of Gracie Lake Norman - a jiu-jitsu gym in Mooresville, NC. Learn more at http://gracielakenorman.com.
EP 2 - Leif Abel - ReVision Furniture - Lake Norman Business
September 10, 2017 01:11 - 1 hour - 38.2 MBIn episode two, Richie Peplin and Danny Decker interview Leif Abel, owner of ReVision Furniture. You can learn more about Leif and his business at www.revisionfurniture.com. If you own a business in LKN and want to be a guest, reach us at [email protected]
EP 1 - Jason L Crago "Lumberjack" - Mirage Tactical Furniture - Lake Norman Business
July 25, 2017 20:58 - 55 minutes - 39.3 MBIn our very first episode we talk to Jason L Crago "Lumberjack" of Mirage Tactical Furniture. Jason has a very interesting business building furniture with secret compartments. You can store all sorts of valuables including jewelry, guns, or sensitive files. To check out Jason's website, go to https://www.miragetactical.com/ If you own a business in LKN and want to be a guest, reach us at [email protected]