An industry expert with more than 20 years of successful experience working with children and families, Having a great mix of strong business acumen, passion for the education and development of children, program development, and strategic implementation, has allowed Lasharee Rogers to stand at the forefront of the child care industry as the founder and Director of Upper Room Kids Academy and the founder and Outreach Director of Upper Room Ministries of NC. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Hunter College, New York, NY; Masters of Arts Degree in Education from Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, NY; Masters of Science Degree in Divinity/Christian Education from Hood Seminary, Salisbury, NC; and is currently working towards her Ph.D. in Philosophy - Nonprofit Management and Leadership from Walden University, Baltimore, MD.
 

SERVICES INCLUDE:

• Full-service bookkeeping
• Payroll administration, including payroll tax form preparation & submission
• Sales tax return preparation & submission
• Sales tax refund preparation & submission
• Personal, corporate & nonprofit tax returns
• Virtual office manager functionality
• QuickBooks implementation, training and assistance for Windows, Mac and Online platforms

BPW-NC’s Mission is to provide personal and professional growth opportunities and to promote equity for North Carolina women in the workplace. In 1919, BPW was the first organization built upon this premise. Through local projects, and supporting the BPW NC Foundation and the National BPW Foundation our history of helping women continues.


We are a business and professional women’s organization committed to our community and to women helping women. 
 

Kim DeLaney is the owner of HaZi Enterprises Inc. She is also the founder of My Green House LLC. She provides education to the general public on natural hemp products. She hosts an annual event showcasing the large industry of local and regional retailers, extractors, pharmacies, farmers and grow facilities within the Carolinas. Tiny House Big Movement, a 501 (c)(3), has been established to address the needs of sustainable, eco-friendly, affordable housing starting in Cabarrus County. 

My name is Alex Brown, I am an account manager for Aerotek and help support manufacturing/production companies with staffing support and also consulting on the current job market.

I am from Columbia, SC and a huge Gamecock fan, love sports, my family, and a solid sunny lake day!

If you are in need of any staffing or consultation please feel free to give me a call or email me!
 

Katrina is known for delivering a home buying and selling experience that is both seamless and personalized. She understands that real estate transactions are not only significant financial decisions, but deeply personal ones as well. Backed by 15 years of financial expertise in the nonprofit and banking industries, Katrina leverages her analytical and negotiation skills to guide her clients through every step of the real estate process. Her dedication to being a trusted advisor means she will be by your side, ensuring your journey is smooth and rewarding. Beyond real estate, Katrina is passionate about giving back to her community. A proud Rotarian, she actively sponsors and volunteers for various causes. Katrina serves as an ambassador and executive board member for the American Cancer Society. Additionally, she participates in initiatives with Big Brothers Big Sisters, among other organizations in and around Cabarrus County.
 

John Martin is the CEO & Chief Strategist for Martin Sloane International (MSI).  As an ex-IBM'er, he has over 20 years of experience as a ‘Big 4’ consultant working with some of the world’s largest corporations where he had responsibility for project budgets in excess of $10M and managed 100+ member cross-disciplined teams.  He is a thought leader and strategist who has ‘hands-on’ experience consulting across all organizational levels from first-line employees to ‘C’ level executives.  He is a certified strategist who excels in transforming clients’ vision into innovative value-added solutions.  His areas of expertise include business intelligence, business transformation, data, process, and quality.  

We are a family-run Italian specialty shop bringing Italian culture and community to downtown Concord through a mix of modern culinary experience and classic Italian recipes passed down through generations of our family.  As a business, we draw our inspiration from the experience of a New York style Deli.  Our goal is to create a community space for everyone to enjoy delicious food and more!

Jaben is a senior commercial real estate advisor & the 2023 chairman of the eXp Commercial Industrial Committee. He specializes in business relocation/expansion for industrial, retail, & office/medical office users, as well as investment sales & development. 

Starnes is an active investor in the community & an avid traveler; utilizing his time abroad to establish a network of international real estate developers, investors, & business owners in Latin America, South America, & beyond. He thrives in every aspect of his career & pursues every project with a spirit of excellence. 

He leverages his network to integrate into markets across the globe to serve clients both locally, as well as nationally & internationally. Starnes sits on the advisor board for eXp Commercial & works internally with the firm as a mentor to facilitate growth, education, & deal flow amongst brokers.

Nosh Junction was founded with the mission to create positive impacts through food. We are a food truck park in Concord, NC. We provide a consistent place for food trucks to park and a place for the public to experience great food and hang out. We support our local community through food waste reduction programs, food donation, and local small business startup grants. 

Co-Owner Joann Turner  is certified in and reads tarot, and is a certified Reiki Master. She teaches classes and workshops on tarot, intuition, spells, and other divination tools at the SereniTea Emporium. She comes from a long line of healers extending back more than 100 years, which led her to use her gifts for spiritual healing through tarot.

Co-Owner Gwenna Obscura reads oracle cards, and teaches classes and workshops on topics such as paganism, witchcraft, herbs, and divination. She has been on a pagan path since childhood. Gwenna has been a belly dance performer and instructor for 16 years and incorporates the movements of belly dance into her spiritual practice.

As a licensed real estate professional in North and South Carolina, I proudly serve clients in the Cabarrus County and Charlotte regions and am committed to providing exceptional service with professionalism, integrity, and expertise. I'm a member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR), NC Realtors, and the Women’s Council of Realtors, which keeps me updated on industry trends and best practices. I am passionate about diversity, inclusion, and access to equitable housing and serve on the DEI Committee with the NC Realtors Association where I work to promote inclusivity within the industry. Whether it's buying, selling, or investing, I'm dedicated to helping people achieve their real estate goals. Contact me to learn how I can assist you!

We are a local landscape business, two generations strong.  The business started in 1987 with Dianne Shue and her husband Walter Shue.  My husband, Anthony Shue and I took over after the passing of Dianne and have been going strong since.  We specialize in comprehensive landscape solutions, including landscape and hardscape design, grading, drainage correction, tree removal and care and more.  We are dedicated to quality service and have always strived to uphold the values of Dianne and Walter.  We are a husband and wife team that not only enjoy what we do, but also enjoy the spaces created for our clients and their families.  

Greetings Friends, 

I'm Rachel, a real estate professional with Freedom Living Realty. I'm here as a resource for all your real estate needs, concerns, or question. I'm just a call/text away. 

Warm Regards, 
Rachel 

Lauren is dedicated to making an impact in the lives of business owners, CEOs, as well as family & friends. She aims to honor your values through customized planning strategies according to your desires and needs while integrating stewarding wealth wisely.

Lauren seeks to serve others with a unique approach to wealth management through intentionality, confidence, & control. Lauren desires to create long term relationships founded on trust; providing integrity and wisdom to help clients through their financial decisions so they can grow, give generously, & retire with purpose.

 Lauren's experience helps:
- Light the path on your financial future amidst the challenges of cash flow constraints.
- Dispel the tax nightmare and craft robust exit strategies.
- Safeguard your life's work against unforeseen risks and build a financial plan that honors both those around you and your values.

I have been an Administrator for 30 years.
I love what I get to do for GFS and our team here in Kannapolis.
I have a passion for leading, learning and the development of today, tomorrow and future administrators.
Being in the community and building community is the only way to make changes that are positive and last for generations to come. 
 

Josh Mangum is the Founder of WiT Group, a performance-based digital agency headquartered in Charlotte, NC. He is also the co-owner of Witcraft Podcast Studios and Swith Consulting LLC. Josh splits time between Columbia SC, Charlotte NC, and Kannapolis NC. 

Pastor Doug is the visionary leader of Solo Faith Church, a ministry dedicated to faith, service, and community impact. With a passion for preaching the Word of God in a way that is both practical and powerful, he helps people apply biblical truth to their everyday lives. Under his leadership, Solo Faith has become more than a church—it is a hub of outreach, discipleship, and innovation. The church offers a nonprofit café and lounge, after-school tutoring, children and youth programs, and creative spaces for the community. Pastor Doug also leads efforts to support the Online Food Bank of Concord, ensuring families in need receive help and hope. His innovative approach extends into digital ministry, where he connects businesses and community service, using marketing strategies that fund outreach and expand the church’s impact.