In the Loop with the Charlotte Area Chamber

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 Craig Scharton, Director of Connect Labs Charlotte, and one of the key forces establishing The Pearl. Have...

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 has valuable insights to share. Have a listen and let us know what you think.

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 Visitors Authority. This started as a family table at farmers markets and grew into the little chocolate...

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 2026—packed with fresh insights, local voices, and opportunities to thrive. Stay tuned, because the best i...

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 revolutionary umbrellas that feature built-in fans, USB charging, and marine-grade craftsmanship. Originally...

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 innovation, and creating opportunities for organizations across our area. Please tune in to our conver...

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 district. Adam shares his vision for the future of SouthPark and his goals for one of Charlotte’s most vibr...

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 practice is known for its modern, welcoming environment and its commitment to exceeding standard safety pr...

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 range of robots, services, products, and training programs tailored to meet the local demands of restauran...

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 live, work, play and learn in University City. Keith is an inspiring leader with a great story....

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 helping you change your thinking to help solve issues that hold you back - fears, procrasti...

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 state out our nation.

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.

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 more than 600 local nonprofits. Have a listen to get inspired and learn how to get involved with this am...

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. Have a listen to gain important guidance and tips from practical experience for you and your business.

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 built it into her MBA project and now, today, a thriving business and a sought-after tasty snack. Her...

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 Mitigation Building an Efficient HR Operation Strategic Hiring & Selection Principled Talent &a...

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 approach your marketing plans, and more!

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 difference through marketing for her clients. #CharlotteAreaChamber #Podcast

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 a mission to provide clarity and peace of mind to clients through HR solutions. Have a listen and let u...

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

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 Under 40 honoree.

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 as an entrepreneur and business owner. She shares a bounty of insights and tips in this episode of In T...

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.

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 of SEO in ways we can understand and use!