You’re So Fly: Tony Caldwell

We recently had the pleasure of hosting Tony Caldwell for our “You’re So Fly” speaker series at Flywheel—and his message truly resonated with our community. Tony shared that his entrepreneurial journey began with a pivotal realization: he couldn’t do his best work—or fully step into what he was built to do—within a corporate environment. That moment pushed him to take a leap and build The 2326 Group. When it comes to growth, Tony emphasized the importance of understanding your ideal client. His advice? Focus on what they want, not just what you want—because aligning your work with your audience...

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You’re So Fly: Shikina Tellis

After 26 years of military service, Shikina Tellis discovered that some of the most meaningful moments in her career came from helping others grow. Today, Tellis is an ICF-certified coach, military veteran, and founder of TWS Coaching & Consulting Group, where she supports professionals and veterans as they navigate transitions and strengthen their leadership. Tellis says the idea for her business took shape while she was preparing for her own transition out of the military. “I experienced the real impact of coaching while preparing for my transition,” she said. “I had space to reflect on...

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You’re So Fly: Tony Caldwell

We’re thrilled to feature Tony Caldwell, founder of The 2326 Group, as this month’s You’re So Fly member! Owner of The 2326 Group, Tony brings a strong background and genuine authenticity to his growing leadership and professional coaching service. His approachable style, thoughtful insights, and commitment to community make him a standout presence at Flywheel. Keep reading to learn more about Tony’s journey, his mission, and the impact he’s making both in business and here at the Cabarrus Center.   Tell us who you are, what you do (and a brief history of your past work experience that got...

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You’re So Fly: Jami Mullikin

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...

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You’re So Fly: Jill Atherton

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...

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You’re So Fly: Grant Colgan

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...

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