In this conversation, TJ Todd, CEO of Studio 490, shares his journey from programming to entrepreneurship, detailing the evolution of his digital marketing agency.

He emphasizes the importance of branding, website investment, and content creation for small businesses.

TJ also discusses the significance of building a reliable team and maintaining long-term client relationships, offering practical advice for local marketing strategies.

Studio490 | Follow on Instagram @studio490

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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Joining me for this episode is Scott Holcombe, the Founder & CEO of Autograph Cabinetry & Design.

Autograph Kitchens, based in Cornelius, North Carolina, specializes in creating custom kitchen designs that blend beauty and functionality. The team is dedicated to helping families thrive in their homes.

With a focus on personalized service, Autograph Kitchens collaborates closely with clients to bring their dream kitchens to life.

Autograph Cabinetry & Design

18605 Starcreek Dr #106

Cornelius, NC 28031

(704) 880-5416

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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ulie Wooldridge and Lucynda Caceres from Hope of Mooresville join the podcast this week!

Hope of Mooresville, also known as HOMe, is a community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing transitional housing and essential support to homeless women and children in Mooresville, North Carolina.

With a mission centered around fostering self-sufficiency and stability, HOMe offers a safe environment where residents can focus on personal development, education, and skill-building.

The organization collaborates with local agencies, volunteers, and donors to provide a holistic support system that includes case management, life skills training, and guidance to help individuals transition to permanent housing.

Through its compassionate services, Hope of Mooresville plays a vital role in breaking the cycle of homelessness and empowering individuals to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.

Cofounder and volunteer Julie Wooldridge is one of 4 finalists for the NASCAR Foundation Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award.

This award recognizes NASCAR Fans who volunteer for children’s causes in their racing communities, It is the premier sports philanthropic award- decided upon by voters. The winning charity receives $100,000!

Vote for Julie HERE

Hope of Mooresville

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Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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Josh Tucker is a highly successful real estate broker who specializes in luxury Lake Norman waterfront properties.

In this episode, Josh shares what led him to the real estate industry from a career in NASCAR. We learn about his strategy for developing a reputation for excellence beginning with his very first listing.

This episode was recorded at Scrypt Media - a marketing and media agency based in Cornelius. Josh talks about the importance of high quality media in real estate marketing and how this led to a partnership in the media company.

Josh Tucker
Corcoran HM Properties

Cornelius, NC

Connect with Josh: https://www.instagram.com/joshtucker_realtor/

Special thanks to Scrypt Media:

https://scrypt-media.com/home/

Two of Josh’s recent listings featured on The Best of LKN:

https://youtu.be/MFJ6uqE6fM8?si=LnEIAtOjJRTFpDEC
https://youtu.be/a50f0wYnIQI?si=0BRy8aR36XfTUfQD

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Troy Fitzsimmons is the Director of Cornelius Parks & Recreation. He joins the podcast to share some exciting updates for the community and also to talk about the Cornelius Park Bonds Referendum.

The Cornelius Park Bonds referendum aims to fund recreational improvements across the town, including parks, trails, and green spaces. The proposal focuses on enhancing public amenities, promoting outdoor activities, and expanding accessibility for residents.

If approved, it would allocate significant investments toward both new developments and the maintenance of existing infrastructure.

Learn more: Cornelius Park Bonds

Cornelius.org

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Jeff Hamm

Allen Tate Realtors®

Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

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Jason Moore, founder and director of Port City Heights, discusses his journey into the videography and media industry.

He shares how he discovered his passion for aerial photography and videography through drones and how it led him to start his own business.

Jason also talks about the services Port City Heights offers, including high-quality aerial media content for real estate companies, commercial businesses, and film production companies.

He highlights the value of aerial perspectives in marketing and advertising and introduces the stock footage program that allows small businesses to access high-quality drone footage and photography of Lake Norman and other areas in North Carolina.

Port City Heights

Check out their Lake Norman YouTube videos:

https://youtu.be/RUss2hXtg4E?si=ZIwr9lUjigRUjpWz

https://youtu.be/eENgqKQgEVs?si=3HD3cR6nMWoreW63

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The Best of LKN
https://thebestoflkn.com/

Hosted by:

Jeff Hamm

Allen Tate Realtors®

Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

www.LKNreal.com

Produced by Epic Journey Media

https://epicjourneymedia.com/

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The Best of LKN
https://thebestoflkn.com/

Hosted by:

Jeff Hamm

Allen Tate Realtors®

Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

www.LKNreal.com

Produced by Epic Journey Media

https://epicjourneymedia.com/

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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 episode, Luke shares the story of his athletic journey and what it means to be able to coach kids in the sport of basketball.

We also discuss more details about The Carolina Factory and the work they’re doing for youth athletes in the Lake Norman region (and beyond).

The Carolina Factory

Join the team for these special events:

Sunday, Oct. 27th - Pickleball Tournament benefiting The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Saturday, Nov. 9th - Middle School Mayhem 3v3 Tourney 5th-8th Grade

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The Best of LKN
https://thebestoflkn.com/

Hosted by:

Jeff Hamm

Allen Tate Realtors®

Charlotte & Lake Norman (NC)

www.LKNreal.com

Produced by Epic Journey Media

https://epicjourneymedia.com/

Support the show