EO Charlotte Announces New Board to Propel Entrepreneurial Community in Charlotte, North Carolina

Written By EO Charlotte

The Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO) of Charlotte, the premier membership organization for entrepreneurs in the Charlotte area, is thrilled to introduce its newly appointed board members who will lead the organization into an exciting new chapter. Committed to fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth within the local entrepreneurial ecosystem, the board members bring a wealth of experience and a shared passion for empowering aspiring and established entrepreneurs alike.

"We are delighted to welcome our new board members who possess an exceptional combination of vision, expertise, and unwavering dedication to our mission," said Heather Karriker, Executive Director at EO Charlotte. "As we continue on this transformative journey, we are confident that their leadership will drive innovation, create meaningful connections, and foster an environment where entrepreneurs can thrive."

The newly appointed board members are:

  • Clay Reale – President & Finance Co-Chair

  • Bryan Delaney – President-Elect & Strategic Alliance Partners Chair

  • George Ramsay, Bold Music – President EO Accelerator

  • Cassmer Ward, Nexagy – Finance Chair

  • Dain Dulaney, Bishop, Dulaney & Joyner, P.A. – Governance Chair

  • James Walsh, Evoluzione – Forum Chair

  • Mario Mendianga, Elite Touch Cleaning Services – Forum Co-Chair

  • Melanie Berry, Carolinas Biofeedback Clinic – Events Chair

  • Shawn Wilfong, Atlas Principals –  Events Co-Chair

  • Josh Rimany, Dilworth Drug & Wellness Center – Wellness Chair

  • Mike Brannock, AREVO – Strategic Alliance Partners Co-Chair

  • Tim Baier, Spiracle Media – Membership Chair

  • Eric Flanigan, Sugar Creek Brewing Company – Marketing & Communications Chair

  • Jeni Bukolt, Haven Creative - Marketing & Communications Co-Chair

  • Grady Farmer, Plato's Closet – Membership Engagement Chair

  • Susan Rolls, Interactive Integration, Inc. – Membership Engagement Co-Chair

  • Josh Miller, Threadline Products - Community Chair

  • Juan Cruz, Jua Jua Cleaning - Community Co-Chair

As the organization gears up for the upcoming year, the board members express their enthusiasm and commitment to serving as a hub where entrepreneurs truly belong.

Clay Reale, incoming President, said, "I am honored to become President of EO Charlotte's board and look forward to collaborating with like-minded individuals to cultivate a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. This year, we are embarking on an array of dynamic new projects poised to infuse our chapter with renewed vitality. The entrepreneurial spirit demonstrated by our esteemed board members is palpable. This is an exceptionally exciting juncture for EO Charlotte!”

With the new board's extensive expertise, EO Charlotte is poised to strengthen its position as the go-to resource for entrepreneurs in the Charlotte area. They will continue to provide invaluable networking opportunities, educational programs, and resources to help entrepreneurs thrive in a dynamic business environment.


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