Did you know? Charlotte is home to 40,000+ small businesses. Charlotteans are so good at supporting local that USA Today named the Queen City one of the best cities in the US to start a business last year.
In honor of our many movers and shakers, we’re asking readers to nominate small businesses they love so we can share them with the whole audience.
We’ll be here to share a new batch of small businesses every month, so bookmark this page to come back for more, especially if you’ve enjoyed our Small Business Week and Today’s Best coverage.
Editor’s note: Some quotes may have been edited for clarity and brevity.
Editor Maria’s picks
Seemingly Overzealous | Ice cream shop
“We are so grateful for the support we receive from our existing customer base, from the families in the neighborhood that walk or bike in for their weekly treat, and those who make the trek from further out of town for our specialty products.” — Co-owner Jessica Berrese
- Offering gluten-, egg-, and dairy-free ice creams and sweet treats, this expanding shop provides ice cream that can satisfy anyone’s sweet tooth.
Trope Bookshop | Bookstore
“Obviously, we’re gonna have the greatest hits, we’re gonna have the new, hot releases that everybody’s talking about. But I also want to provide books that are harder to find, like indie-published or local authors.” — Owner Katie Mitchell
- You could spend hours exploring the shelves of this Plaza Midwood favorite. Bonus: They host frequent author signings and monthly book club meetings.
Mood House | Health + wellness
“If you’re new to massage, I know that can be really intimidating. We’ll guide you through every step, and we’ll make sure you’re with the right fit for therapists.” — Owner Cristina Wilson
- This locally-owned massage and sauna studio operates in Dilworth and Oakhurst, providing luxury and relaxation to the Queen City.
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