Honor, Freedom, and the American Spirit
By: Katie Stankiewicz, CEO of Willow Equine and the executive director of Soul to Sole Connection This July 2-5, the lawn of the Lowe’s YMCA in Mooresville will once again be transformed into sacred ground—500 American flags will stand [...]
The Men of LKN: Dr Chris DiOrio
Meet Dr. Chris DiOrio, a physician with a passion for wellness, a deep love for the outdoors, and a story shaped by life’s toughest and most triumphant moments. As the lead physician and medical director at Physician’s Plan in [...]
Leading with Quiet Strength and Compassion: Dr. James Liang
Dr. James Liang, medical oncologist at Southern Oncology Specialists, PLLC, is the kind of person who radiates quiet confidence and humble wisdom — the kind that comes not from chasing titles, but from a deep calling to serve. “I [...]
Leading the Charge in Men’s Health: Dr. Micah Kirscher
Dr. Micah Kirscher, DNP, FNP-C, knows it’s time to talk more openly about men’s health—and he’s leading that conversation with expertise and compassion. As Chief Medical Officer at Renew Specialty Group in Cornelius, Dr. Kirscher leads a men’s health [...]
Meet the Heart Behind Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery
When it comes to oral and maxillofacial surgery, it’s not just about precision and expertise—it’s about heart, trust, and connection. At Carolina Oral & Facial Surgery in Cornelius, those values come through clearly in the stories and shared vision [...]
Shaping the Future of Cosmetic Dentistry: Dr. Tyler Wurmlinger and Dr. Ross Nash
At Cosmetic Dentistry of the Carolinas, excellence in dental care is driven by strong leadership, a passion for aesthetic dentistry, and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care—qualities embodied by Dr. Tyler Wurmlinger. As the owner and lead dentist, Dr. [...]
Redefining Ability, One Swing at a Time: Alex Fourie
Born in 1992 in Zvenyhorodka, Ukraine, Alex Fourie entered the world facing significant challenges. Born with only one arm and a cleft lip and palate—conditions he attributes to lingering radiation from the Chernobyl disaster—he spent his first seven years [...]
Leading with Integrity in Health and Wellness: Heston Allocco
If you ask Heston Allocco what he's most proud of, he won’t rattle off accomplishments or boast about milestones. Instead, he quietly reflects, “I think it’s that I’m considered a man of high integrity. I take responsibility, even for [...]
Building Success Through Endurance and Heart: Mike Howell
For Mike Howell, General Manager of Window & Door Pros, LLC in Charlotte, success isn’t measured by titles or accolades. Instead, it’s rooted in something deeper: discipline and endurance. “The fruitfulness of one’s family life, relationships, and career,” Mike [...]
Expanding with Purpose and Heart: Leavitt Elite Insurance Advisors
As Leavitt Elite Insurance Advisors (formerly Griffin Insurance) celebrates its continued growth, the company marks a major milestone—expanding from just four offices in 2018 to 17 locations throughout the Piedmont region. This remarkable progress reflects not only the agency’s [...]
Championing Stories, Community, and Connection in Lake Norman: Justin Ckezepis
Justin Ckezepis isn’t just a businessman—he’s a storyteller, a connector, and a community builder who’s worn a lot of hats and made each one fit just right. From law school to the broadcast booth, and now to the publisher’s [...]
With My Whole Heart …
Nestled near the shores of Lake Norman, Dr. Ashley Collins has crafted more than just a career in dentistry—she’s built a ministry of care, compassion, and unwavering faith. As the owner of Collins Family Dentistry and Dreams Dental Sleep [...]