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Morgan Hamer | The Manifesting Mentor​

Morgan Manifests

Are you tired of hustling your butt off to hopefully, one day have the life you really want? Or maybe you've checked every box on your success checklist, yet you still feel a deep calling for more? Meet Morgan, the Manifesting Mentor and founder of Morgan Manifests. She works with high-achieving, badass women who've done it all but still aren’t fulfilled. Through her online group programs, private mentoring, and immersive retreats, she can help you shatter the inner blocks that keep you from living your best life—because you don’t have to do it all or be it all in order to have it all! 

 

If you’re done settling for ‘good enough’ and ready for the soul-level success you truly crave, Morgan is here to guide you every step of the way.

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Karen S. Boardman | Co-Founder/Attorney

Alignment Legal​​

Karen Schuller Boardman focuses on guarding her clients’ professional and personal assets.  Karen provides strategic guidance to emerging and established business and creative clients nationwide, specializing in intellectual property protection through trademarks and copyrights, with a registration success rate over 90%.  Karen counsels businesses on entity formation, contract drafting and negotiation, and various operational aspects.  Karen also assists nonprofits with organization and tax-exempt status applications, as well as their intellectual property and business needs.  Beyond the professional business realm, Karen assists clients with estate planning, ensuring the preservation of their property and resources for themselves and their loved ones.  Karen is licensed to practice law in North Carolina and Tennessee, along with her federal practice in trademarks and copyrights.

4601 Park Road, Suite 530

Charlotte, NC 28209​

980-376-2615 (direct/text) | 980-399-2783 (fax)

karen@alignmentlegal.com

www.alignmentlegal.com

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Emeline Dunn | Office Leader

Pinnacle Financial Partners

Emeline Dunn is a Client Service Advisor at the Southpark office of Pinnacle Financial Partners. Pinnacle is a regional urban bank located in NC, SC, TN, VA, KY, AL and GA.  She places a strong emphasis on establishing and growing customer relationships while delivering an exceptional client experience. Pinnacle provides the same sophisticated products, technology and delivery that a large bank provides with the personalized service that a small bank provides. 

 

It’s the personal connection that makes a difference and Emeline takes the time to make a personal connection with every client she serves.

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To find out how Pinnacle can provide you with the distinctive service and effective advice that you may be missing at your current financial institution, or to get a second opinion on your current financial products and services, please call or stop by 5980 Fairview Rd and talk to Emeline.

5980 Fairview Road

Charlotte, NC 28210

Direct: 980-213-3065 | Emeline.Dunn@pnfp.com

www.pnfp.com

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Leigh Bryant | Director of Sales​

Compass Charlotte

Leigh Bryant and her Team consist of a small group of highly qualified professionals that work under the Compass brand here in Charlotte. They have decades of experience in all aspects of a real estate transaction. Leigh is the Team Owner and Director of Sales with 23 years of personal experience in selling, buying, investing, training, and coaching Realtors and Female Entrepreneurs. This team focuses on each individual client - their story and their goals. Real Estate is not one size fits all! If you do not necessarily need a Realtor at the moment, but need a great vendor, lender, contractor, painter, plumber, insurance agent, financial planner, etc, etc, they have the right professional for that as well. Leigh and her team love to make connections!! 

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Jasmine Walker | Agency Owner

Brightway Insurance

Prior to investing in a Brightway Franchise, Jasmine worked with Meadowbrook Insurance as a Territory Manager. She was one of the top producers and won awards for Outstanding Achievement, Best Agency Production, Achievement for Most Combined Premium and Most Workers Compensation Premium. She attributes her success to her relentless work ethic.

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Jasmine is a proud mother of three children, her pride and joy. She loves to spend time with family and friends. In her spare time, she enjoys shopping, exercising, dancing, listening to music, fine dining and relaxing at the spa and traveling. Jasmine is the former President of Mocha Moms, Inc. (the Charlotte chapter) and a member of the Buddhist Church. She is also a member of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce, a member of the BNI Charlotte Achievers Chapter, and a member of the Charlotte Crown Black Real Estate Association.

 

In 2021, Jasmine was a recipient of Brightway's Bronze Sales Award, Southeast Sales Leader Award, Home Sales Award, and the State Sales Award. In 2022, she was recognized as a Gold Sales Award winner among all Brightway franchisees and earned her Certified Professional Insurance Agent (CPIA) designation.

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Mary Roberts | Accountant

Enrolled to Practice before the IRS

Aurora Accounting Solutions​

Accounting issues can be confusing, costly and time consuming. I specialize in Individual and Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll and Taxes. I work with individuals throughout the year and at tax time to make sure they are maximizing their deductions to pay the lowest tax possible. I help Small Business Owners set up their Accounting systems, provide payroll and financial reporting assistance and consultations. No project is too small.

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4108 Park Road, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC  28209​

Phone: 704-910-0528 | Fax: 866-217-6078

mary@AuroraAccountingSolutions.com

www.AuroraAccountingSolutions.com

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LeeAnn Shattuck
The Car Chick

The Car Chick is a unique car buying service that helps women (and smart men) get a great deal on a new or used car without all the crap the comes with traditional car shopping. We help you to pick the Perfect Car ™ based on your unique lifestyle, budget and personality, saving you hours of research time. We do all of the negotiating for you, including your trade and financing, to make sure you get a great deal and are treated with the respect you deserve. In many cases, the car is delivered to you, so you can sign the paperwork on your kitchen table instead of sitting at a dealership for 5 hours. You will never want to buy a car any other way! Call us today to schedule a free Car Chat. 

leeann@thecarchick.com

Office: 704-248-8706 | Cell: 704-724-5679

www.TheCarChick.com

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Jennifer Szakaly | Care Manager

Caregiving Corner

I opened the Charlotte-based geriatric care management and counseling firm, Caregiving Corner, in 2005 to assist caregivers of older adults in navigating the long-term care system and to arm them with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions when dealing with a crisis caregiving situation. As a gerontologist and nationally certified geriatric care manager, I understand the social and psychological complexities of caregiving. I have experience working with other senior care providers, so my knowledge of the aging services network in the Charlotte, NC area is extensive. Because of my expertise, I am also frequently asked to provide training to corporations who employ Baby Boomers who are juggling caregiving and careers, marketing seminars to aging-related businesses on media relations, and various types of speaking and educational events.

 

Specialties: Assessments, referral & placement services, family mediation, care plan development, VA benefits application assistance, Mediation application assistance, service coordination, monitoring of long-distance caregiving situations, and crisis intervention.

6135 Park South Drive Suite 510 
Charlotte, NC 28210


jennifer@caregivingcorner.com

Main: 704-945-7170
Cell: 704-492-0554

 

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Becca Bazzle | Office Administrator

Aurora Accounting Solutions

Aurora Accounting Solutions is an all woman tax and accounting firm specializing in personal and small business accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and taxes. Our accountants can work with you throughout the year to make sure you are maximizing deductions to pay the lowest tax possible. We also help Small Business Owners set up their accounting systems, provide payroll and financial reporting assistance, and consultations. Contact Becca to set up a meeting with our accountants and see if we are a fit for you and your small business!

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Amber Pendlay | Account Executive

Volta Insite   

Volta Insite™ provides continuous monitoring of electrical assets, detecting potential issues before they lead to costly failures. Specializing in predictive maintenance, Volta Insite serves industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and technology. Their solutions help businesses prevent unexpected downtime and optimize maintenance planning. With advanced products like the Node and VI Module, along with the proprietary AI system InsiteAI, Volta Insite ensures operational efficiency and reliability.

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As a Technology Sales and Account Manager at Volta Insite, Amber focuses on building strong, consultative relationships with clients. She works closely with electrical engineers, facility managers, applications engineers, operations managers, and engineering managers, helping them implement predictive maintenance solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce risk.

20488-G Chartwell Center Dr, Cornelius, NC ​

apendlay@voltainsite.com | www.voltainsite.com​

Cell: 704.604.7764

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​Perry Blickenstaff | President

JPB Accounting Services

I support fellow small service businesses by assisting them with accounting and accounting management while they focus on building their business. Having an experienced accountant review your books Monthly, Quarterly or Annually will give you the peace of mind your books are correct.  I also build strong relationships with my clients and their CPA to ensure open communication, transparency, and accurate financials.

perry@jpbservices.net
Cell: 704-577-7652

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Andrea Buschur | Financial Advisor

The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s North Carolina Agency

Andrea holds the position of Financial Advisor at The Prudential Insurance Company of America’s North Carolina Agency. As a financial professional her work involves developing strategies that reflect her clients’ investment, retirement, insurance and estate planning needs, as well as helping to pursue their goals with a wide range of financial products and services. Andrea has 20 years of experience in the industry. She specializes in working with small businesses and their unique planning needs. Below is a brief reason as to why she entered into the industry and also what continues her to succeed in the business:

 

"I became involved in the Financial Services industry after my father was killed in a car accident. I then realized the power of what my family’s Financial Professional meant to my family during this difficult time. The important role he played in allowing us to grieve and not have to worry about the finances is what drove me to become a Financial Professional. Over the following years, I worked hard and made that same promise to many other families. Then one day I received that “call” and had to fulfill the promise I had made several years before. I was able to provide that family with the financial security I had received after my father had died. It was a career changing moment and I will forever have a passion for what we do every day."

2701 Coltsgate Road, Suite 220 
Charlotte, NC 28211

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andrea.buschur@prudential.com

Office: 704-421-7847 | Cell: 704-995-3535 

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Angela Simcox | President/Owner

Queen City Event Management & Consulting​

Queen City Event Management & Consulting is a full-service event management & consulting firm. Queen City Event Management is here to help its clients at all stages of the event planning process – whether you have already began planning your event or simply have a concept that you need brought to life! Specializing in corporate events such as golf tournaments, black tie dinners, tradeshows, general sessions and board meetings we are here to help bring a unique light to your event. With Queen City Event Management you will receive one-on-one attention so that your event is everything you wished it to be.

​angela@queencityemc.com

Cell: 704-780-7811

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Tammy Rojas | Head Creative Chic

Redhot Marketing & Design

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Tammy Rojas, head creative chic at Redhot Marketing & Design, has never had to ask the question “what do I want to do with my life?” The answer was always there - design beautiful things and make people happy, of course! She has been doing just that for over 25 years, for companies such as Not Fade Away Graphics, ToysRUs and dressbarn. Eager to “never work in a cubicle again”, Tammy left NY in 2008 and redhot marketing & design was born! She loves partnering with her clients to help them achieve their marketing and design goals in the most creative way possible.

 

Branding  |  Print Design  |  Web Design  |  Social Media  |  Public Relations

tammyrojas@mac.com

Office: 704-274-9978
Cell: 917-992-4573

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Lisa Speer | Owner

Speerhead Solutions

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Speerhead Solutions offers business and personal branding. I create or evolve your brand to bring out the soul of your business. I also uncover your signature style in clothing and discover the best colors that make you shine. 

 

Together, we’ll determine what makes you and your business distinct – so that your brand authentically reflects who you are and what you value. It will also emotionally connect with your ideal clients. 

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Jenni Miehle | Owner/Designer

The Nerdy Designer​

As a freelance graphic designer and “grammar nerd,” my specialty is informational documents - things like reports, training manuals, workbooks, forms, etc. I help small to medium size businesses (and nonprofits) look professional and communicate effectively by designing materials that are well-organized, visually appealing, and consistent with their brand.

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Rebecca Richardson | Senior Mortgage Consultant

U Mortgage

My passion is empowering clients to successfully manage their mortgage and maximize the advantages of homeownership.
 

Staying focused on clients’ needs, I provide consultation and information on the appropriate mortgage strategy to meet your goals. The mortgage process is simplified by my accessibility and accountability as well as clear and consistent communication.
 

Over a decade of mortgage experience provides the knowledge clients expect when navigating today’s lending environment. As evidenced by repeated recognition as a top mortgage professional, my clients receive prompt and personalized service. I am able to offer a wide variety of loan programs to meet your specific objectives. It would be a pleasure to fulfill your mortgage needs.

2015 Ayrsley Town Blvd, Suite 202
Charlotte, NC 28273

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rrichardson@umortgage.com

Main: 704.488.8883

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Kendall Shue | Founder

Greater Heights Services​

As a business owner, you have so many roles and you have to be everywhere at once. Greater Heights Services exists to help take some of those business owner burdens off of your plate. As a multi-faceted company, we help business owners with 2 main areas: Marketing and Virtual Executive Assistants. We hire executive assistants for you, for only the amount of time that you need them per month, to help you with any of the tasks that non-virtual assistants do. From email and calendar management to talking with clients, and everything in between, our assistants are here to help you. With Marketing, our team specializes in each aspect of marketing for your business. From website building and maintenance to event marketing, social media management, print marketing and everything in between, we help you get your dream clients. 

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A PROFESSIONAL SISTERHOOD SUPPORTING & EMPOWERING

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

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In memoriam, Mel's friends and family created The Mel Miller Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, that seeks to honor her legacy through the creation of a professional sisterhood that supports and empowers women in business.

The Mel Miller Foundation provides women in business the opportunity to develop meaningful friendships, chase big dreams, and realize their full potential by offering scholarships, mentorship, and professional connections. 

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It is in this spirit of gratitude and support that we extend an invitation to you to support The Mel Miller Foundation.

Karen S. Boardman | Board Chair

The Mel Miller Foundation

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Holly Payberg-Torroija | Founder/Writing Coach

Loving The Process​

Have an important story your soul is nagging you to write? Worried you’ll never have enough time, talent or know-how to make it happen? Let writing/creativity coach, Holly Payberg-Torroija, be your story sherpa. Her Loving The Process coaching program is designed to offer writers the unique mix of inspiration, nurturing and community support creatives need to open up, get out of their own way and allow their storytelling abilities to thrive. There will never be a "right time” to finally start and finish that script and/or book. Book a call with Holly and she’ll help you create a plan for how to include your sacred writing time into even the busiest of schedules. With joy.  

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As a coach, Holly draws from her real world experience as an award winning writer/producer, and development exec in Hollywood, where she, herself, was blessed to be coached by some of the best in the storytelling business. Notable credits include: FRIENDS, Analyze This, The Guardians, The Sex Trade and GG’s Java Joint. Holly is a graduate of The Second City.

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Gina Crittenden​ | Land and Cruise Specialist

Carefree Dream Travel - Cruise Planners

Gina is a dedicated Cruise Planners® Travel Advisor at Carefree Dream Travel with a passion for exploring new destinations and immersing herself in diverse cultures.  She is committed to helping her clients embark on exciting adventures around the world, whether it's a relaxing getaway, an adventurous expedition, or a luxurious escape. Gina specializes in creating unforgettable experiences and takes great pride in designing your dream vacation both on land and at sea! With our personalized service, extensive travel knowledge, and access to exclusive offers, she is excited to help you create lasting memories and make your travel dreams come to life!

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Lauren Spagnoletti | Co-Founder & Marketing Strategist

Little Men Roaring​‬

Lauren thrives on solving marketing puzzles. From crafting captivating messaging to analyzing data, she is a results-driven MBA, with a love of the analytical, tactical, and creative sides of marketing.

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After graduating from Georgetown University, Lauren dove head-first into the entertainment industry as an actress and producer in NYC and Los Angeles for nearly a decade. Tired of the grind, she returned to NYC to earn her MBA from Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business.

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In addition to leading accounts at an ad agency, Lauren has led marketing efforts for startups, major universities, family-owned businesses, international clientele, and everything in between. She firmly believes that if you can’t measure it, it isn’t worth your time.

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Cree St Juste | IT Technician

Better Call IT​

We specialize in technology support, consulting, training, and cybersecurity solutions tailored to businesses in the Charlotte Metrolina area.

 

Our mission? To make technology stress-free for small business owners by managing everything that blinks, beeps, or keeps you up at night. If tech is your headache, think of us as your Advil. We proactively solve problems before, during, or after they happen, ensuring your business runs smoothly. At Better Call IT, we're your one-stop shop for IT solutions—and yes, we always answer the call.

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Stacy Gatto | Executive Director

The Village on Morehead

Oversight of 192-unit 55+ Independent Living Community. The Village on Morehead is an all-inclusive rental community with luxury amenities. Rent includes all utilities, weekly housekeeping, meals transportation and a calendar full of events and activities. The Village on Morehead is new and currently housing 60 members and employs 40 team members.

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Taylor Warren is a realtor turned lender who has worked in the real estate industry since 2020. Taylor grew up in a family full of realtors, but found her passion as a Mortgage Loan Officer. Taylor dedicates her time each day to helping her clients achieve their homeownership goals. Taylor creates a tailored experience for each person to ensure their unique financial and personal goals are met.

 

Before jumping into real estate, Taylor worked in the luxury hotel industry for 4 years where she learned the importance of hard work and white glove service. As a lender, Taylor strives to provide her clients and partners with a seamless process, with customer service as her #1 priority, along with saving her clients money and stress! Taylor has had the special opportunity to work alongside one of the top 50 loan officers in the country over the past 3 years, which has provided her with the opportunity to learn from one of the best. Now, she is excited to share her knowledge and help her community achieve their homeownership goals.

Taylor Warren | Mortgage Loan Officer

Regions Mortgage

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Phone: 704-960-5597

Email: Mortgage Loan Officer

https://www.regions.com/MLO/lancejohnson

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Jen Olin Lafontaine | Fractional COO | Certified Project Manager

Jen Olin Lafontaine Consulting

Jen Olin Lafontaine Consulting is a Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) business. As a Fractional COO, I serve as a part-time executive who provides strategic and operational expertise to a company without the commitment of a full-time role. As a member of your leadership team, I am a thought partner to company leaders, enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, support your internal team, and drive growth. Bringing JOL Consulting into your business allows company leaders to work on the business instead of continuously being brought into the business's day-to-day. The best compliment I have ever been given was that I am an Accelerator, Motivator, and Multiplier.

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Noelle De Atley

Creative Thinking Group, LLC

Creative Thinking Group, LLC is the company for technology. Noelle has been working on computers for over 40 years in all platforms with certifications in Apple, Windows, the Cloud, and programming languages. When she is not helping people with tech questions, she is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, director, writer, and actress.

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Wende Whitus | Founder

Personal Retreat Day 

As the founder of Personal Retreat Day, I’m passionate about encouraging people to discover a rhythm of rest and reflection by helping them set aside one day every month to invest in their own well-being and personal development. In my immersive workshops & written content I share methods to rest deeply, reflect on the previous month, and reorient towards a purposeful future. Design your life one month at a time with Personal Retreat Day!

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Elizabeth Pitman | Founder & Lead Cleaner

Elizabeth Pitman Cleaning Services

I offer residential cleaning services for clients on a regular, periodic, or one-time basis. I offer basic cleans, as well as deep cleans and move-in/move-out cleans. I pride myself on being trustworthy, dependable, detail-oriented, and flexible with scheduling. Call today for your free estimate. 

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Helia Forsyth | Owner/CEO

Comfy-Cozy

Hi, I'm Helia Forsyth the founder of Comfee Brands, LLC, DBA: Comfy-Cozy. I'm a proud CLT native, a wife and mom to three energetic kids and two dogs. My journey to creating this online gift boutique began with a deeply personal experience. When a loved one faced a battle with cancer, I realized how powerful a thoughtful, practical gift could be in showing love and support during challenging times. We are more than just a gift shop; we're your personal gifting concierge. Our mission is to make gift-giving effortless and enjoyable for you, while ensuring every recipient feels truly cherished. When I'm not curating gifts, I'm spending time with my family and/or friends. Thanks for reading and I hope to see you soon! 

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