Welcome back to The BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we have Priya Sircar with us on the program. You might recognize her name as the City of Charlotte’s first Arts and Culture officer. 

Priya is onto another project these days: entrepreneurship. She’s the founder of Road Openers, a company dedicated to helping individuals and organizations break through barriers and achieve their goals. In addition to her work with Road Openers, Priya is also an accomplished short filmmaker, using her storytelling skills to inspire and connect with audiences. We’re excited to discuss her upcoming speaking engagement and her creative projects. Welcome to the show!

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Welcome back to The BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re excited to have Matt Zackon from Tax Credit Marketplace joining us. Tax Credit Marketplace is a company that specializes in the complex world of tax credits and incentives. Matt, we’re looking forward to hearing more about your expertise, and learning more about how you’re helping businesses navigate the complicated landscape of tax benefits.

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Welcome back to The award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we have our friend Lauren Evans from Beds for Kids on the program. For those who don’t know, Beds for Kids is an incredible organization that provides beds and other essential furniture to children and families in need. Lauren, we’re excited to get into this one with you! 

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Welcome back to The award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Today, we’re excited to have with us Huong Luu, the mind behind Luu Color Center. Luu Color Center has been making waves in the world of color and design, offering innovative solutions for both residential and commercial spaces. 

Huong, welcome to the program!

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Welcome back to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! With us today is the incredibly talented Maddy Ebbert, an artist and muralist whose work is transforming Charlotte’s visual landscape one wall at a time. Maddy’s art is a celebration of color, nature, and self-love – themes that are earning her a devoted following both here and across the country. 

Some of Maddy’s recent work around Charlotte include a commissioned design for the 2024 Novant Health Charlotte Marathon event t-shirts… and another high-viz project found at the corner of The Plaza and Central Avenue, where she completed the exterior murals for Seemingly Overzealous ice cream shop. 

Maddy, welcome to the BrandBuilders Podcast! 

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Welcome back to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast. On the program today we’ve got Garrett Tichy with us; a dynamic entrepreneur who’s been a part of Charlotte’s small business scene for years now. Garrett is the co-owner of Seemingly Overzealous, an innovative dairy-free ice cream shop that’s working to become a local favorite. 

OG small business folks may also know Garrett as the visionary and community-builder behind Hygge (HOO-gah), the popular co-working space that fostered collaboration and creativity among some of Charlotte’s up-and-coming brands and businesses. 

Known for his insightful perspectives on small business dynamics and community support in Charlotte, Garrett brings a wealth of experience and a unique viewpoint to our conversation – welcome back to the show! 

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Welcome to The BrandBuilders Podcast. Today, we’re excited to have Kevin Young – my actual twin brother — joining us. Kevin is the founder of Young Crush LLC, which operates Crushr of Lexington, a business based in Lexington, Kentucky. We’re looking forward to learning more about his entrepreneurial journey and the unique services his company provides.

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On this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast we’re hosting two remarkable guests making waves in the world of brand strategy and storytelling: Blair Primis and Erin Santos. 

Blair Primis and Erin Santos have joined forces to create Primtos, a dynamic company that specializes in helping businesses craft compelling narratives and build powerful brands. With their combined expertise in marketing, communications, and nonprofit leadership, Blair and Erin bring a unique perspective to the world of brand development.

Together, they’ve created a company that not only helps businesses grow but also empowers them to make a lasting impact on their communities. Their collaborative approach and diverse skill sets make them a real “power couple” in the world of brand building.

We’re thrilled to have Blair Primis and Erin Santos on this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast!

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Charlotte is Creative, and on this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast, we’ve got two of the folks who help make it so: Sydney Duarte and Osiris Rain. These accomplished artists have joined forces to bring a unique and exciting project to life called the TAOH Outdoor Gallery. 

Billed as Charlotte’s first graffiti park, this innovative space in NoDa is transforming the way the community interacts with street art. Sydney, known for her work as The Traveling Gypsy, brings her passion for adventure, wellness, and community engagement to the project. Osiris, with his background in classical painting and scenic murals, contributes his expertise in large-scale art. Together, they’re creating a magical space for artistic expression and community connection. Sydney and Osiris, welcome to The BrandBuilders Podcast!

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Welcome back to the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast – today we’re excited to welcome Greg Doggett. He’s the Division Manager of Moisture Loc. Since 1988, Moisture Loc has been a leading provider of basement waterproofing, foundation repair, and crawl space solutions in Charlotte and the surrounding areas. As part of a family-owned business with deep roots in the construction industry, Greg brings a ton of experience and expertise to the field of home moisture control and foundation repair. Greg, welcome to the BrandBuilders Podcast!