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Welcome to this episoce of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast, where we’re diving into the stories and strategies behind some of the most innovative and successful brands out there.

Today, we are thrilled to have Molly Carroll with us. Molly is the Marketing and Communications powerhouse at Trinity Partners, a dynamic commercial real estate firm known for its entrepreneurial spirit and hands-on approach. With over two decades of significant growth and success across the Southeast, Trinity Partners continues to set the standard in the industry. 

Molly brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the table, AND has a fascinating background as a former political talk show host! WHAT?! 

Molly thanks for being on the show!

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Welcome back to this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Perk-up, y’all – today we have Mattie Finch, the dedicated roaster and founder of Sage Marie Coffee & Tea, here on the show! (See what we did there?) 

Based right here in Charlotte, Sage Marie’s is not just a coffee and tea brand; it’s a lifestyle centered around refinement, luxury, and all-natural ingredients. Mattie, along with her childhood friend and Brand Specialist Liza Goncalves, has curated a collection of premium beverages and beauty products, inviting patrons to indulge in a customizable and exquisite experience. – Wow! 

Mattie, welcome to the show! 

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Welcome to this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast powered by The Dunstan Group. Today, we are honored to have Ward Blanchard, the founder of The Blanchard Institute, join us.

The Blanchard Institute stands out in North Carolina for its comprehensive outpatient treatment services for individuals and families struggling with substance use and mental health disorders, with a unique focus on the family system and co-occurring disorders.

With his extensive background and pioneering work in behavioral health, Ward has made significant strides in creating a community of healing, hope, and education. 

Ward – welcome back to the program!

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Welcome to this episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast powered by The Dunstan Group. Today, we’ve got something special teed-up for you, with Daniel Fogarty in the studio. He’s the one of the driving forces behind a remarkable organization called the First Tee of Greater Charlotte. (Could we use another golf pun in here?!)

Daniel is the Executive Director of The First Tee of Greater Charlotte. Since 2003, The First Tee has been making a significant impact on the lives of young people by teaching them the game of golf and instilling valuable life skills. 

Daniel—welcome to the show! 

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Founded in 1985 by Landscape Architect Kenny Seamon and Civil Engineer Stuart Whiteside, Seamon Whiteside has grown to become a leader in holistic land design with a focus on sustainability, community, and exceptional site experiences. With offices across the Carolinas and a commitment to giving back to their communities, Seamon Whiteside’s approach to design and engineering sets a high standard in the industry.

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Welcome to another episode of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast. Today, we’re
taking a dive into the strategies and insights that drive success in the world of branding
and marketing. That’s a VERY big world… more like a universe, actually.

Today, we have Alex Moore and Ryan Burkett from Stratagon joining us. Stratagon is
not your typical marketing agency; they are experts in crafting customer-centric
campaigns that fuel revenue growth for businesses. With a passion for solving complex
business challenges and a dedication to understanding their clients’ needs deeply,
Stratagon stands out as a strategic partner in the marketing landscape.

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Welcome to the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast. Today, we are honored to have Michelle Ernsdorff-May, the founder of Compass to Care, join us. We met Michelle at this year’s All-In to Fight Cancer Poker event and we KNEW we’d have to get her on the program. 

Compass to Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to removing transportation barriers for children with cancer living in poverty, ensuring they have access to life-saving medical care. Michelle’s personal journey, inspired by her own childhood experience with cancer and her parents’ financial struggles, has led to the creation of impactful solutions through Compass to Care.

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Most of us probably don’t think about our insurance until we need it. And, the difference between an 800 number and a relationship with a real person is even mpre important when you really need. It. 

On this episode of The BrandBuilders podcast, we’re talking with  Bill & Paxton Laurie, the owners of Laurie Insurance Group, a leading insurance agency with a strong local presence and a regional reach that extends across multiple states in the Southeast. 

Bill, Paxton, thanks for joining us… 

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It was one of SouthEnd’s most lovable and iconic eateries… and then it was gone. And after a 6 year hiatus, this beloved burrito joint returned to a new location in the LoSo arean and under new ownership.

We’re talking, of course, of the Phat Burrito. The former South End staple is back on the Charlotte culinary map. Michael Cox is the new owner, and he’s here with us on this episode of the BrandBuilders Podcast. 

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If you think “The Beast from Baku” or the “Magician of Riga” are pro wrestlers or characters from some “Harry Potter” sequel… prepare to be enlightened on this edition of the award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast. 

Yes, professional chess players carry on with that much swagger. 

For ten years, the Charlotte Chess Center has been providing a place to play, lessons, and camps for players of the royal game. 

Peter Giannatos is the Charlotte Chess Center’s executive director and founder. And he’s our guest today on the BrandBuilders podcast.