Start with Story
A series that showcases authentic stories from local Charlotte, NC residents. This series grounds viewers in the shared humanity of the city's diverse population, highlighting commonalities despite differences.
Cornell Wears the Crown Mad Miles Founder Puts the “C” in Community
It was January 1, 2019, and Cornell Jones had just one goal – to run one mile a day. Challenging himself to practice consistency, the journalist and feature producer stayed committed to completing the daily mile– he had no idea this action would change the course of his life.
Mia Colors a World of Opportunity
At 25, Mia Williams may be a fresh face in the corporate world, but that didn’t stop the ambitious millennial from stepping up as a leader. As the founder of The Colors of Her Success, Mia assists young women in their early-stage careers. With a focus on supporting women of color, her coaching platform and networking club are safe spaces for professional development, and her members thrive from the insight, connections, and community it provides– resources Mia did not have at the start of her career.
Kerrel and Nkem Make Space for Community
Sharing a creative journey for over a decade, spouses and serial entrepreneurs, Kerrel and Nkem Thompson, haven’t always known what the future would hold– but their willingness to explore the possibilities has never led them wrong. As the co-owners of Bird Pizzeria, a craft pizza concept in Charlotte, their story spans across Cleveland, Ohio, Chicago, and Japan with the couple most recently putting down roots in the Carolinas.
Samir’s Conscious Brands Build Brighter Futures for Creatives
Industry innovator, family man, and serial entrepreneur, Samir Hamid, is the founder of F4mily Matters, a community-driven streetwear label and the CEO of PrintBliss, a membership-driven garment printing company. As a visionary and businessman of nearly 20 years, Samir has found success in challenging dated notions of workplace productivity while replacing them with an intentional approach that prioritizes people over profit.
Start With Story: McNeely Breathes Life into Spaces Where Kids Dream Big
Charlotte native, William “Coach Mac” McNeely, credits his mother with teaching him the value of exposure. Now, the executive director has made it his life’s work to expose youth in under-resourced communities to a world of opportunity. Discover how Coach Mac is fusing creativity with technology to empower youth in corridor communities.
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