Edward Wallace+FollowCharlotte’s LendingTree stays strong after lossLendingTree hasn’t missed a beat since the sudden passing of founder Doug Lebda last fall. With Scott Peyree stepping in as CEO, the Charlotte-based company has actually seen a boost in revenue and profits. There were some worries that the headquarters might move to Seattle, since Peyree is based there, but he’s committed to keeping LendingTree rooted in Charlotte. Meanwhile, the company is focusing on AI and making sure its brand stays top-of-mind. How do you feel about the direction LendingTree is taking? And what does this mean for Charlotte’s business scene? #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #CharlotteBusiness00Share
Justin Gordon+FollowCharlotte’s business comeback: Big profit, new hopeCharlotte’s business scene just pulled off a major turnaround—after a $1.2 million loss in 2022, the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance is back in the black with nearly $1 million in profit. That’s a huge shift, especially after a wave of leadership changes and financial uncertainty. Local leaders stepped up, rebuilt trust, and now the Alliance is supporting more small businesses and bringing big wins like Scout Motors’ $200M HQ and 1,200 jobs to Plaza Midwood. What do you think made the difference? Is this a sign of lasting momentum for Charlotte’s economy? #Business #Market #CharlotteBusiness00Share
laura54+FollowCharlotte’s business scene just got a boostA Black-owned marketing agency with a national reputation for social impact, CMRignite, has picked Uptown Charlotte for its Southeast expansion—and it’s not just about business. With Charlotte’s fast growth and thriving minority entrepreneurship, this move feels like a win for local talent and community partnerships. Nepherterra Best, a Johnson C. Smith grad and one of QCity Metro’s Great 28, is leading the charge to build a local team and deepen ties with nonprofits and small businesses. What do you think this means for Charlotte’s creative and business communities? #Business #CharlotteBusiness #BlackOwned00Share
