Episodes
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CACC In the Loop Craig Scharton June 2026
Charlotte is building something bold, and right at the center of it is The Pearl, a game-changing innovation district near uptown where healthcare, technology, and collaboration are making a local, regional, national, and even global impact.On this edition of In the Loop, we are talking with…
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CACC with Heathir McElroy on In the Loop.
Our guest on this edition of In the Loop is Heathir McElroy, Founder and CEO of Momentor – a Parenting Mentor and Guide.Her goal is to enhance workplace well-being through group parent support.She partners with HR and People Leaders to attract, retain, and empower professionals who parent.Heathir...
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Charlotte Area Chamber Podcast with Robin Ciordia
Our special guest on this edition of ‘In the Loop’ is Robin Ciordia, a founder and the Principal Partner of the award-winning Charlotte business, The Secret Chocolatier. The Secret Chocolatier was named Small Business of the Year at the 2026 Partners in Tourism Awards by the Charlotte Regional...
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2025 Year in Review and Looking Forward
What a year it’s been! From inspiring conversations to empowering local businesses, the Charlotte Area Chamber Podcast has been your go-to for growth and connection. As we close out 2025, we’re grateful for every listener, every story, and every moment shared. Here’s to an even bigger, bolder...
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Charlotte Area Chamber Talks with Ryan Dickerson CEO of Alizé Umbrellas
Today on the show, we’re joined by a visionary entrepreneur whose journey spans from the decks of luxury yachts to the skyline of New York—and now, to the forefront of outdoor innovation. Ryan Dickerson is the CEO and founder of Alizé Umbrellas, a company redefining outdoor comfort with its...
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5th Anniversary of the Charlotte Area Chamber
In this special episode of In the Loop, we’re celebrating five incredible years of growth, connection, and community with The Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce. Over the past half-decade, our chamber has been a driving force for local businesses and nonprofits—sparking collaboration, championing...
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In the Loop with Adam Rhew and the Charlotte Area Chamber
Our guest for this edition of In the Loop is the President and CEO of SouthPark Community Partners. Adam Rhew. Adam is a dynamic leader with a mission to drive economic vitality, create memorable experiences, and ensure an extraordinary quality of life in Charlotte's SouthPark commercial…
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Charlotte Area Chamber Podcasts with Dr. Shirman
Dr. Sergei Shirman is a highly respected dentist in Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 15 years of experience in the dental field, Dr. Shirman is dedicated to providing top-quality dental care to his patients and is committed to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. His...
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A Conversation with Chetan Patel from RobotLab Charlotte
Servicing the Charlotte, NC area, we are thrilled to bring RobotLAB's innovative solutions in robotics and Artificial Intelligence to the thriving tech community in Charlotte, North Carolina. As a part of our commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology, RobotLAB Charlotte offers a wide…
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President and CEO of University City Partners, Keith Stanley
Our very special guest for this edition of In the Loop is the President and CEO of University City Partners, Keith Stanley. University City Partners (UCP) is a nonprofit organization that invests resources to shape public spaces and plans for a better-built environment that influences he way we...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Kathy Lindert.
Our guest on this episode of In the Loop is expert hypnotist, Kathy Lindert. motto is " When you change your thoughts and language, you do change your life and outcomes." Kathy has a fascinating story of how she went from a corporate career to her passion for hypnotism. Kathy is highly trained in...
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A Conversation with Kate Garofalo, the Executive Director at the American Lung Association
Kate Garofalo is the Executive Director at American Lung Association and our guest on this edition of ‘In the Loop’. Kate is leading the organization to make a greater impact in improving lung health at a time when it’s more important than ever, given the health threats we are facing across our...
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Malcolm Graham & Bryan Holladay with the Charlotte Area Chamber
Join City Council District 2 Representative Malcolm Graham and Bryan Holladay, Charlotte Area Chamber Public Policy Chair, for a discussion on Economic Development... How it works & Why is it Important.
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Melissa Hovey, Managing Director of SHARE Charlotte
Our wonderful guest on this edition of In the Loop is Melissa Hovey, the Managing Director of SHARE Charlotte. Melissa is the dynamic leader of SHARE Charlotte which is an online engagement platform through sharecharlotte.org that powers social good in Charlotte by connecting the community to…
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Our special guest on this edition of In the Loop is Julie Bradlow.
Julie is a Partner and the Practice Leader for Darrow Everett, LLP’s Tas and Government Investigations Practice Groups. Her background encompasses federal, state, and international tax planning, tax controversy, employee benefits, executive compensation, corporate law, and regulatory matters.…
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A Conversation with Becca Wright owner of Piedmont Pennies
Starting with $500 in cash and some savings, Becca Wright has created an amazing professional and personal success story in what’s become an ‘in demand’ bit of deliciousness called ‘Piedmont Pennies”. Becca turned her grandfather’s recipe and a family tradition into gifts for friends during COVID...
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A Conversation with Elizabeth Teagarden, Founder & Principal Consultant of CTK@work, a division of Conrad Trosch &Kemmy, P.A.
CTK@work is a subdivision of Conrad Trosch & Kemmy dedicated to providing common sense workforce solutions for scaling your small-to-medium-sized business. Whether you are content with 50 employees or are ready to scale up to 250 employees CTK@work offers services in the following areas: HR Risk...
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A conversation with Chamber member John Fuller with tips on using design in your marketing
Our guest on this edition of ‘In the Loop’ is John Fuller, Owner of Phoenixfire Design & Consulting, whose mission is to design and build beautiful solutions to real-world problems. Have a listen for tips and insights about smart decisions when it comes to using design in your marketing, how to...
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A conversation with Emily Green owner of Grace Communications.
Our guest in this edition of ‘In the Loop’ is the Founder and Owner of Grace Communications. Emily Green is passionate about helping businesses all over the United States through branding, event planning, public relations, business development, and social media services. Her goal is to make a...
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A Conversation with Charlotte Area Chamber member Chuck Cooper
Your people and your culture are your business differentiators- just one nugget Chuck Cooper shares in this episode of ‘In the Loop’! Chuck Cooper is an inspirational author, speaker, mentor, and People Strategy Consultant for small and mid-size companies. He is CEO of Whitewater Consulting with…
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A conversation with Charlotte Area Chamber member Brittany Canaski
Brittany Canaski Is a life coach who is passionate about helping ambitious young professionals accelerate their career and life goals by learning new habits and strategies to boost momentum all year long. Brittany Canaski | LinkedIn
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A conversation with Jordan Schindler, CEO & founder of Nufabrx
Jordan Schindler is a true innovator and inspirational business leader who took a personal pain point and turned it into a thriving business that provides relief to others. He’s the CEO & Founder of Nufabrx, as well as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist and Charlotte Business Journal 40…
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A Conversation with Member, Kimberly Evans the founder and CEO of Just Her Rideshare.
Kimberly Evans is the founder and CEO of Just Her Rideshare. Her driving force is in building a community of women drivers for women riders for a safe, stress-free alternative rideshare. She has a huge commitment to building community and quality of life. She has more than 20 years of experience…
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A Conversation with Barbara Rozgonyi and her thoughts on using social media.
Barbara Rozgonyi is a LinkedIn Speaker and Advisor with expertise in social selling and LinkedIn Corporate Training and a principal with CoryWest Media, LLC She is an inspirational expert in all things social media and digital marketing.
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A conversation with Trish Saemann the founder of GoBeyond SEO
The importance of understanding Search Engine Optimization to grow your business success is what we’re talking about in this episode of ‘In the Loop’ . Have a listen for a wealth of tips and huge learnings from super expert, Trish Saemann, the founder of GoBeyond SEO. Trish melts down the world…
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Mary Cravets - More Clients, Less Marketing: How to Create More Leads and Income by Doing LESS
More Clients, Less Marketing: How to Create More Leads and Income by Doing LESS Client generation is the lifeblood of your business. But with so many marketing options, how do you cut through the noise and find your best strategy for growth?
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Shannon Emmanuel, CHWC Vice President at American Heart Association in Charlotte
Insights into the important programs serving to improve the health of everyone in our area along with how you can access, support, and participate in healthy living programs --- – those are the nuggets you’ll hear in this episode of “In the Loop’ with our very special guest, Shannon Emmanuel…
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Patrick Twiest
Our guest on this episode of ‘In the Loop’, truly has had an exciting and inspiring professional journey. Patrick Twiest has moved from a decades-long career as a hard-driving, highly successful executive in the finance industry to taking a leap of faith into the world of real estate. Listen to…
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A Conversation with Jack Thompkins about analyzing and visualizing your data.
Helping business professionals make informed, data-driven decisions is the mission of Jack Thompkins, Founder and Managing Partner of Pineapple Consulting Firm In this episode of ‘In the Loop, Jacks shares tips and recommendations about analyzing and visualizing your data so your past performance...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member DKMS
This episode of ‘In the Loop’ features two special guests who work with DKMS -- an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders. Give a listen and learn from Iris Caldwell and Maya Ward how you can join in supporting the efforts to end blood...
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A Conversation with Woody Wilder with the Charlotte FC
Our guest in this episode of ‘In the Loop’ is the head of Communication for the new and incredibly successful Charlotte Football Club. WoodyWilder has led internal and external communication during their inaugural season which has set records across the league and been recognized around the world...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Monica Young
As a Certified Productive Environment Specialist™, she works with busy business owners and high-performing professionals who have too much to do, not enough time, and don’t know where to start. Sharing her freaky fascination with all things productivity, and her extensive experience in business...
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A conversation with Logan Stewart Kureczka, Lead Communications Consultant at Duke Energy Corporation.
Logan Stewart Kureczka, Lead Communications Consultant at Duke Energy Corporation, is a highly experienced and well-connected communicator who has worked with diverse organizations and corporations. She is a purpose driven professional who leads with creativity, a relationship driven approach…
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A Conversation with Author Barbara McKay
Barbara McKay is one of the greater Charlotte region's most popular and recognizable media personalities. She has now released her first food memoir, Coming Home: Recipes and Reflections from a Life in the Spotlight, which showcases her life in the public spotlight and the recipes for food (and...
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Public Policy meeting with Marjorie Molina –City Council Elect District 5
Marjorie will be joining Charlotte City Council in September as the District 5 representative. Learn why Marjorie decided to run for city council and her goals for Charlotte and the District. Marjorie has lived in Charlotte for 17 years along with her two children, born and raised on Charlotte’s...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Tony Mecia editor of The Charlotte Ledger
In this episode of 'In the Loop,' we have a wealth of information, valuable perspectives, and consult from the editor of The Charlotte Ledger, Tony Mecia. From the status and outlook for area business and industry, to advice on getting visibility for your business, Tony offers some great insights...
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A conversation with Ken Reda - Talking about telecom and making sure you are asking questions.
Ask questions, review your telecom bill, and don't be afraid to upset the apple cart. Three key tips on this episode of 'In the Loop' from Ken Reda, Co Founder and Managing Partner of Profit Advisory Group Ken and his team are experts in helping business and healthcare professionals achieve best…
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A conversation with Brandon Blell a Professional EOS Implementer.
Need to get more traction in your business? Be more afraid of the status quo than change. That insight and more, especially for family-owned businesses, in this edition of 'In the Loop' with Brandon Blell. Brandon is a Professional EOS Implementer who helps entrepreneurs and small business owners...
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Sustainable. Recyclable. Circular. Charlotte Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera joins Bryan Holladay and the Charlotte Area Chamber
We will talk about how local businesses can become more Environmentally Conscious. This meeting will be a great opportunity to learn how the City of Charlotte can help companies focus on sustainability, improve their recycling efforts and participate in the circular economy. Charlotte…
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A Conversation with Tammy Tufty with Dell Technologies shares insights into marketing yourself and your business
What makes you and your business different? What do you and your business offer that sets you apart? How can you turn that into a compelling story? In this edition of 'In the Loop' Digital Marketing Communications Leader and President of the American Marketing Association-Charlotte Board of...
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A conversation with Tom Bixby about working in your business and making a transition.
Are you spending the majority of your time working in your business instead of on your business? Have you planned how you want to transition your business? Are you considering all the tangible and non-tangible factors that add value to your business and to your personal and professional success?…
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A Conversation with Michael Stier from FocusCFO on bringing your business to the next level
Michael Stier is a hands-on C-level executive and entrepreneur with a 35+ year track record of growing companies to scalable and profitable stages, with an industry focus at the intersection of technology and financial services (banking, wealth & asset management). He brings a broad base of...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Steve Gatter
Talks about ikigai. Steve Gatter is solopreneur. His clients are solopreneurs, startups, and people thinking about being a business. Steve's role is to help them think about the effort and figure out how to be efficient and effective. "As a one-person entity, we must get the most out of all...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Alison Alston and their fundraiser on May 12th at Sycamore Brewing.
We talked a little about real estate and about her fundraiser. From March 24th – June 4th, our small but mighty team’s goal is to raise $100,000 which will go directly to LLS in support of its longstanding goal: a world without blood cancers. We have a big day of fundraising planned on May 12th -...
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A Conversation with Chamber Member Jeffrey Green
A conversation with Jeffrey Green from CV Communications We are the industry's leading Consultant for Telecom, IT, and all Cloud-based Services. Based in Charlotte NC. Our objective is to provide the information needed from our carriers and providers so our customers can make an informed...
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A conversation with Chamber member Lisa Stryker
Here's a little about Lisa, I coach high-functioning leaders to channel their overthinking into calm, confident, decisive action. I call it “underthinking it.” You’re a thoughtful, driven problem-solver who really cares. Channel that brainpower into more clear, decisive action and learn to leave...
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Cryptocurrency - A conversation with Chamber member Steve Eanes
Confused about Cryptocurrency? It's money but not paper money and is typically not issued by a central authority. Cryptocurrencies typically use decentralized control as opposed to a central bank digital currency (CBDC). When implemented with decentralized control, each cryptocurrency works…
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Maitri “my tree” Meyer - Charlotte Area Chamber Member
Did some digging on the results of my membership in the Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce to prepare for tomorrow’s podcast. Joined March 2020 as one of the first 25 members and renewed a year later Reason joined: Wanted to support the new chamber that was focused on supporting small businesses...
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Dr. Michael Estramonte - A Conversation about StarMed
As the founder and CEO of Starmount Healthcare and StarMed Healthcare, Mike provides the vision and mission for the company. As an entrepreneur, Mike continually takes on new challenges and opportunities that support company growth. His passion for underserved communities and access to affordable...
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A Conversation with Michael Graff Editor of Axios Charlotte
In this episode, Michael Orzech COO of the Charlotte Area Chamber, and Dianne Chase, CEO/Founder of Chase Media, interview Michael Graff Editor of Axios Charlotte.
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