In this episode of The Best of LKN, Jeff sits down with Whitney Dove, the founder of Bean Catcher—a retro-inspired mobile espresso business serving the Lake Norman area.

Whitney shares her journey from growing up in Washington state’s coffee culture to launching her own business in a renovated 1970s camper, lovingly towed by a vintage truck named Clementine.

They discuss her background, the leap to entrepreneurship, the challenges of maintaining a mobile café, and her passion for crafting delicious coffee drinks.

Whitney also shares valuable advice for aspiring small business owners, the importance of passion, and staying confident despite doubts.

Key Topics Covered:

• Whitney’s early barista days in Yakima, WA
  
  
  
• Inspiration behind Bean Catcher and the camper renovation
  
  
  
• Sourcing local espresso beans from Black Powder in Mooresville
  
  
  
• Life as a one-woman mobile business—locations, logistics, and loyal customers
  
  
  
• Collaborating with Josh’s Farmers Market and local events
  
  
  
• Lessons in business ownership and maintaining confidence
  
  
  
• Future plans to open a drive-through espresso stand
  
  
  

Connect with Bean Catcher:
📍 Instagram: @beancatcher_
📍 Facebook: Bean Catcher
📍 Find her weekly schedule on social media

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Josh’s Farmers Market – Mooresville, NC
• Black Powder Coffee – Mooresville, NC

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In this episode, Jeff sits down with Alan Beulah, the Charlotte Area President for MI Homes, to discuss the builder’s legacy, mission, and local impact.

Alan shares his journey from psychology major to homebuilding executive, the importance of culture and customer experience at MI Homes, and the company’s long-term commitment to serving families in the Charlotte and Lake Norman regions.

They dive into:

• Alan’s background in sales, marketing, and homebuilding
  
  
  
• MI Homes’ history and expansion across Charlotte, Mooresville, Huntersville, and beyond
  
  
  
• How MI’s culture and leadership prioritize people and customer care
  
  
  
• The company’s customer-first approach to home readiness and transparency
  
  
  
• How the pandemic helped accelerate virtual tools for buyers
  
  
  
• The importance of identifying community needs before development
  
  
  
• and much more!
  
  
  

"We don’t just build homes—we help people build lives. And that’s something we take very seriously at MI." – Alan Beulah

MIHomes.com

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Charlotte | Lake Norman | High Country

https://lknreal.com/

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In this episode, Jeff interviews Jonathan Kepner, the owner of Romeo's Pizza in Davidson. They discuss Jonathan's entrepreneurial journey, the unique offerings of Romeo's Pizza, including their homemade dough and sweet sauce, and the challenges faced during the launch.

Jonathan shares valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of networking and community engagement. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding business expenses and the role of mentorship in entrepreneurship.

Romeo’s Pizza - Davidson
610 Jetton St #150
Davidson, NC 28036
(704) 237-4870

Special mentions:
Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home

Hop & Vine Davidson

Lake Norman Chamber
North Meck Rotary
Dan Martell
Alex Hormozi

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Lake Norman’s #1 Podcast & Email Newsletter

The Best of LKN
https://thebestoflkn.com/

Hosted by:

Jeff Hamm

Elevate Land & Realty

Charlotte | Lake Norman | High Country

https://lknreal.com/

Support the show