Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce

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Michael Connor receives the Chamber’s Individual Diversity Award. From Left to Rights Davidson Commissioner Tracy Mattison Brandon, Lauren Ewald, Michael Connor, Abigail Jennings, Joni Davis, Bill Russell | Photo: John McHugh.

Diversity recognized at LKN Chamber event

Oct. 2. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce recognized “Champions of Diversity” at a luncheon held at Northstone Country Club last week. Selected as the Individual Diversity Champion was Cornelius resident Michael D. Connor, a retired professor of theater arts and actor. Also receiving awards were Cook Community Clinic in Huntersville; Cherese Spand, a financial […]

Retired diversity officer at Duke Energy will speak at LKN Chamber luncheon

Sept. 24. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will host its Diversity Luncheon Thursday, featuring Joni Davis, the former chief diversity and inclusion officer at Duke Energy. Background As chief diversity officer, she was responsible for developing and executing strategies to build on a strong culture of diversity, equity and inclusion to strengthen the company’s […]

LKN Chamber Expo with more than 100 exhibitors

LKN Chamber Business Expo in October

July 11. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce is bringing the Business Expo back to the Huntersville Recreation Center on Verhoeff Drive Oct. 8. Lake Norman’s largest business trade show—it’s the chamber’s signature event since 2001—will feature more than 100 vendor booths. The trade show showcases a wide variety of small businesses in such industries […]

Leadership Lake Norman is accepting applications

July 1. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for the 2024 – 2025 session of Leadership Lake Norman. In addition to Chamber members, the program is also open to non-members wishing to expand their knowledge of the region. Leadership Lake Norman, in its 28th year, helps develop informed, committed, and qualified individuals […]

2024 Leadership Lake Norman graduates

2024 Leadership Lake Norman class graduates

May 31. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce 2023-24 Leadership Lake Norman class graduated after an exploration of the Lake Norman region, encompassing historical landmarks, manufacturing and educational institutions as well as town governments, economic development, first responders and even a visit to the water treatment plant. Graduates of this year’s program included: Andy Yates […]

Joel Olsen receives Business Person of the Year award from 2023 LKN Chamber Chair Douglas Marion and Bobby Cashion representing the Cashion family. The award is named for the late Robert T. Cashion. Photo: John McHugh / Ocaid Photography

LKN Chamber recognizes business leaders

March 26. Joel Olsen with O2 Group Ventures was named the Business Person of the Year at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting last week. Olsen is the CEO of O2 Group Ventures which focuses on profitable ventures in sustainability. Joel and his wife Tonje also operate several other businesses including Sun Raised […]

Business leaders will be recognized at LKN Chamber gala March 21

March 18. At the Annual Meeting this Thursday of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce a number of individuals will be recognized for their contributions to the business community: —Business Person of the Year: Olee Joel Olsen Jr., O2 Group Ventures —Entrepreneur of the Year: Justin A. Ckezepis, WSIC —Citizenship & Service Award: Robin Smith […]

Marsicano

Leading educator will speak at chamber luncheon Feb. 15

Jan. 26. Christopher R. Marsicano, the Assistant Professor of Educational Studies and Public Policy and Founding Director of the College Crisis Initiative at Davidson College, will speak at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Annual Education Luncheon Thursday, Feb. 15, at NorthStone Country Club. Marsicano’s presentation will focus on the “Politics of Education” and how […]

23 graduate from Leadership Lake Norman

May 17. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce has announced the graduation of 23 local business leaders in the 26th class of Leadership Lake Norman. The program, sponsored by Novant Health – Huntersville Medical Center, seeks to develop informed, committed, and qualified individuals capable of providing leadership for the Lake Norman region. Graduates Jared Wiles […]

Mecklenburg County Commissioner Pat Cotham addresses a LKN Chamber candidate training class

Are you interested in running for public office?

April 19. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce will hold a candidate training program for people interested in future elected office. The Lake Norman Academy of Political Leadership is an introduction to campaigning for local, county and state office. The program, which costs $120 to attend, will be held April 29, May 6 and May […]