At Flywheel, our members bring more than just business ideas into the space — they bring purpose. This month, we’re proud to spotlight Ronnie Lassiter, a dedicated advocate for youth and families across North Carolina. Ronnie is part of the leadership team at Support Incorporated, a behavioral health organization that has been serving the state for decades. Her work is centered on one mission: making sure families facing complex challenges don’t have to face them alone.

Flywheel Concord has officially launched The Groove Studio, a brand-new podcast studio designed to give local creators, entrepreneurs, and community members a space to share their stories and voices. With podcasting continuing to grow as a powerful platform for connection, this studio offers a one-of-a-kind resource right here in the heart of Concord.

We sat down with Mark Shropshire and Bayo Fodeke of the FocalGroove team, the creative minds behind the studio, to learn more about the inspiration and vision for this new space.

When Maggie Buchanan of Neighborhood Loans moved to Greenville in 2022, she saw it as a fresh start—both personally and professionally. After visiting during the holidays, Maggie and her family fell in love with the city’s sense of community and knew it was where they wanted to be.

Since relocating, Maggie has quickly made her mark in the Greenville business community. Here, she shares her journey, the lessons she’s learned, and advice for anyone thinking about starting over.