Sarah joins Flywheel as part of The Cabarrus Chamber of Commerce. She serves as the Director of Membership Development and Engagement. Sarah recently spoke at our monthly Community Day. Learn more about her story:
What was your path to the Chamber?
For two years before working at The Chamber, I helped manage a venue (The Manor at Serenade Farm) in Concord. We were members of The Chamber, and I got to know Alison and Jess as we attended many of the networking events
What perspectives or experiences are you excited to bring to this role?
I love working with people and learning about their passions....
Matt Perkins on Workplace Training
Flywheel Coworking recently welcomed Matt Perkins, Commercial Account Executive at Articulate, as its April “You’re So Fly” speaker, where he shared insights on how workplace learning is evolving.
Perkins highlighted how tools like Articulate are making it easier for companies to create effective training without needing large learning and development teams. With platforms such as Rise and Storyline, plus AI-assisted features, managers and subject matter experts can now quickly turn knowledge into interactive courses.
He also noted that workplace learning is...
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...
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...
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...
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...