Lake Norman’s Premier Small Business & Professional Network

The Best of LKN is a hyper-local digital media platform and professional network connecting Lake Norman’s most respected small businesses with the 200,000+ locals who turn to us every month for recommendations, resources, and community.

We don’t promote everyone. We promote the best.

The Reach Behind the Network

Our audience isn’t just large — it’s loyal. These numbers reflect years of trust built with one of the most engaged local communities in the region:

• Email Newsletter – 21,000+ emails sent every month | 70% open rate
• Podcast – 180,000+ downloads 
• Website – 576,000+ visitors 
• YouTube – Over 1 million views
• Social Media – 150K+ monthly views on Facebook & Instagram

When you’re part of this network, your business is front and center with an audience that is already paying attention.

Who We Reach

Our audience isn’t just local — it’s the right local. The Best of LKN readers, listeners, and followers are smart, socially connected, and community-minded. They’re homeowners, professionals, and decision-makers who take local recommendations seriously and spend accordingly. These are the people who leave reviews, refer friends, and become long-term loyal customers.

Who We Accept

Membership in The Best of LKN network is not open to everyone, and that’s intentional.

We accept a limited number of members per business category, and every applicant goes through a brief review process. We look for businesses with a strong local reputation, a commitment to quality, and owners who understand that the best marketing starts with a great product or service.

If that’s you, we’d love to talk.

What Members Receive

• Inclusion in a curated, high-trust local network.
• Exposure across email, podcast, website, YouTube, and social media.
• Access to a community of like-minded local entrepreneurs and professionals.
• Opportunities to sponsor special events.
• No contracts. No long-term commitments. Results, or you walk.

The Investment

$37 per month for founding members (join before April 15th, 2026)

We set this price deliberately. Our mission is to elevate the local small business community — and that means making high-quality, high-reach marketing accessible to the independent business owners who deserve it most. There’s no catch, no contract, and no gimmicks. Just smart, consistent engagement.

Think you’re a fit?

We’re selective about who joins — and proud of it. If you run a business you’re proud of and want to put it in front of the most engaged local audience in the Lake Norman area, we’d love to hear from you.

Launching May 2026. Founding member spots are limited.