Get to Know Flywheel Member, Ryan England!
Have you ever wondered what makes a coworking space feel like more than just a place to work? For Ryan England, it’s about fostering healthy habits, making meaningful connections, and having the right environment to thrive professionally. Let’s dive into his experience as a Flywheel member and discover why this space has become a cornerstone of his routine.
Building Healthy Habits and Connections
When Ryan first joined Flywheel, his goals were twofold: establish healthy habits and connect with people face-to-face. Reflecting on his journey, he shares,...
Get to know Flywheel member, Courtney Beasley, founder of Cobe Marketing!
1. What inspired you to start Cobe Marketing?
The momentum for Cobe started over 10 years ago when I would help friends and non-profits with their brands and online presence as a small side hustle, though I didn’t start charging for my services until 2019 (yikes). I’m so passionate about the power of marketing that I wanted to support companies as they were getting their ventures off the ground while simultaneously learning more about marketing, evolving digital avenues, and industries that I wouldn’t...
Meet Jami Mullikin! Jami is the Founder of Mullikin & Co DBA Wonder, and we asked him to tell us a bit more about himself and what inspired him to start his company!
What inspired you to start Wonder?
I grew up in an entrepreneurial family and started my first agency at 26. Out of my nearly 30-year career, I’ve spent over 15 years self-employed. At 50, I hit a kind of mid-life crossroads: I had a stable job but knew deep down I needed to build something new and step away from the traditional agency world. So, I gave it a shot—and, as it turns out, God had other plans. In early 2023, Wonder...
At the heart of Flywheel is our ongoing celebration and support of the entrepreneurial spirit. Through our commitment to hyperlocal programming, we’ve discovered new and innovative ways to uplift entrepreneurs in communities across the Carolinas. Whether it’s supporting startups or small businesses, our mission is to fuel the innovators behind the ideas. None of this would be possible without the dedication of the Flywheel Foundation, led by Executive Director Jill Atherton.
Can you share a bit about your role and how you ended up with the foundation?
I manage the operations of the...
Get to know your fellow community members in our latest Member Q&A series! Dive into the questions asked and discover insightful answers straight from the heart of our community.
Meet Grant Colgan, our Flywheel Foundation Program Manager.
Who are you?
My name is Grant Colgan, and I am the Program Manager for the Flywheel Foundation. I am originally from Northern Virginia but moved down to Charlotte last year after graduating from Virginia Tech in May 2023.
What do you do?
As the Program Manager, I oversee our Retail Lab Bootcamp Program as well as our Venture Mentoring Service. The Retail...
Meet Jamie Blair! Jamie is our resident fitness trainer and owner of Fitness with a View! At Flywheel Greenville, we have the pleasure of having this beautiful fitness center in our space, that is not only filled with top of the line equipment, but with amazing trainers as well.
We asked Jamie to tell us a bit more about himself, his business, and his contributions to the Flywheel community!
What inspired you to start Fitness with a View? What is your favorite part about owning your own business?
“I actually had an issue with my L4 L5 that directed me back to school to learn how to take better...