Joe Vagnone, Business Broker

05/28/2026

Business owners!!!! If your company can’t grow without you doing everything, you don’t own a scalable business… you own a job.

The next generation wants more than a paycheck. They want to learn, contribute, collaborate, and help make the business better.

Training today can’t just be:
“Go learn this.”

It has to be:
“Go learn this, bring it back, and help the team grow too.”

From my perspective as a small business broker, the companies with strong culture, engaged employees, and future leaders already being developed are the companies that thrive long-term.

Are you building a business people want to grow WITH… or just work FOR?

05/27/2026

15+ years. Established reputation. Loyal clients. Recurring revenue.

This is not a startup. This is a proven IT services company with deep roots in the rapidly growing Lake Norman market and a reputation built on trust, reliability, and results. 💻

From cybersecurity and managed IT services to cloud backups, network support, and remote monitoring, this business already has the systems, team, and client relationships in place.

The opportunity? A new owner can step in and immediately capitalize on the growing demand for contracted IT and managed service providers.

Strong referral base. Diverse commercial clientele. Prime business park location. Seller support available. Attractive owner financing for qualified buyers.

If you’ve been looking for a scalable service business with recurring revenue and serious growth potential, this is the one.

Serious inquiries only. Message today for more information!

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we’re looking back at some of the best moments, biggest conversations, and incredible local businesses featured on Local Biz Now 🇺🇸

From inspiring entrepreneurs to community leaders making a difference, this special “Best Of” episode celebrates the people who help make our local business community strong.

This show includes:
David Dowdy, James Sanders, William Bissett, Sherre' DeMao, Catherine Quinlan, and Elizabeth Colen

Join us as we honor the spirit of hard work, service, and community this Memorial Day weekend.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/24/2026

Owning a business sounds freeing… until you realize you now wear EVERY hat. 🎩📈

In this Local Biz Now clip, special host David Dowdy sits down with Dan Gibbs of Mr. Handyman of Lake Norman to discuss the transition from corporate leadership into entrepreneurship — and the reality of suddenly becoming the marketer, accountant, HR department, salesperson, and operations manager all at once.

Dan shares the lessons, challenges, and mindset shifts that helped him successfully grow his business for more than nine years after leaving the corporate world.

This is a must-watch conversation for anyone thinking about starting a business or leaving corporate life behind. 🔥

🎙 Local Biz Now
🎤 Special Host: David Dowdy
🔨 Guest: Dan Gibbs — Mr. Handyman of Lake Norman
🎨 Episode also features Nicole Orban of Big R Creative

Because your business matters. 💡

05/22/2026

What if athletes could train with real-time coaching feedback anytime they practice? 🤯🏀

In Part 2 of this Local Biz Now Throwback, Joe Vagnone continues the conversation with Shawn Moye, creator of E Sports Trainer, a wearable sports training device designed to help athletes improve muscle memory and shooting form through live corrections and performance tracking.

Shawn shares the personal story behind the invention — balancing work, family, training costs, and wanting to give his son a better opportunity to improve outside of expensive camps and coaching sessions.

This clip dives into innovation, entrepreneurship, youth sports, and using technology to create smarter training tools for the next generation. 🚀

🎙 Hosted by Joe Vagnone
🏀 Guest: Shawn Moye — Creator of E Sports Trainer
🌐 e-sportstrainer.com

If you missed Part 1 (4/27 Throwback), start there first.

Because your business matters. 💡

05/22/2026

🎉 The Best of Local Biz Now 2025 is HERE! 🎉

This highlight reel brings together some of the most impactful conversations and standout moments from Local Biz Now in 2025 — packed with insights, inspiration, and real-world business wisdom.

📺 Watch the full “Best of 2025” video here:
Best of Local Biz Now 2025 on YouTube

⭐ Featured Highlight:
One of the standout moments includes Joe Vagnone as a guest on Industry Insights, where he joined Steve Denny and Ron West for a powerful conversation shared with an international audience of business brokers and advisors through BusinessBrokerHQ. 🌍

This segment is a great example of the cross-industry collaboration and high-level expertise that made 2025 such a strong year for meaningful business conversations.

👏 Whether you’re a business owner, advisor, or entrepreneur, this “Best of” video is well worth the watch.

📌 Be sure to like, comment, and share with someone who supports local business and smart growth strategies!

05/22/2026

For healthcare professionals and business owners looking to expand into a high-demand market, this North Carolina Triad chiropractic practice presents a rare opportunity.

Built on more than 30 years of practitioner experience and opened in 2018, the practice has established itself through personalized care, patient trust, and a holistic approach to wellness.

Key business strengths include:
• Predictable appointment-based scheduling
• Approximately 95% recurring patient revenue
• Strong digital presence and SEO-driven lead generation
• Broad demographic appeal and long-term retention
• Established insurance relationships
• Immediate cash flow potential

In today’s healthcare environment, practices with strong community trust, operational systems, and recurring revenue are increasingly valuable assets.

This opportunity is ideal for a licensed chiropractor, MSO, or healthcare group seeking expansion in a growing wellness-focused market.

Click the link in our bio to learn more!

05/20/2026

Three generations of baking tradition turned into one beloved North Carolina business. 🥧❤️

In this Local Biz Now clip, special host David Dowdy talks with Melanie Barker of Carolina Pie Company about building a family-run bakery rooted in homemade recipes, scratch-made desserts, and old-school baking traditions passed down through generations.

From Massachusetts bakery roots to serving the Carolinas, Melanie shares how Carolina Pie grew through passion, craftsmanship, and creating experiences that bring people together — including pie-making classes and community events. 🚀
This is a great conversation about entrepreneurship, family business, and building something authentic people truly connect with.

🎙 Local Biz Now
🎤 Special Host: David Dowdy
🥧 Guest: Melanie Barker — Carolina Pie Company
🪟 Episode also features Tim Waddell of Window World Carolinas

Because your business matters. 💡

05/20/2026

Fear shows up in every business.

Not just in major decisions — but in the everyday moments:
• Speaking up in meetings
• Having difficult conversations
• Taking risks
• Trying something outside your comfort zone

For small business owners, this episode of Vibrant Culture Podcast by Nicole Greer we are reminded that culture isn’t built through slogans; it’s built through brave leadership and consistent action.

“One of the most powerful takeaways:
‘When you feel the fear, don’t run away from it. Run toward it.’”

A must-listen for entrepreneurs, managers, and anyone leading a team in today’s business world.

Listen on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/3FYmoounf0uQjMaOXbNKip

Watch on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/BpUYmPSKxas

Bravery is not about being fearless. It is about taking action even when fear is present, especially when the goal matters.In this episode of Build a Vibrant...

05/19/2026

Be sure to check out the latest video from Bill Russell and stay connected with what’s happening in our local community.

Watch here: Around the Lake with Ryan McMahon

Bill Russell chats with Ryan McMahon, Sales & Growth Manager of Convenient Mold Testing & Remediation for this edition of Around the Lake. Convenient Mold T...

05/18/2026

What if a device could instantly tell athletes when their form is wrong? 🤯🏀

In Part 1 of this Local Biz Now Throwback, Joe Vagnone sits down with entrepreneur Shawn Moye, creator of E Sports Trainer, a sports training device designed to help athletes develop proper muscle memory and shooting form in real time.

Inspired by helping his son improve at basketball, Shawn created a wearable training tool that fits inside a compression sleeve and provides live feedback to athletes while they practice. The technology is now expanding beyond basketball into golf and other sports. 🚀

This conversation dives into entrepreneurship, innovation, sports training, and building technology that solves real-world problems.

🎙 Hosted by Joe Vagnone
🏀 Guest: Shawn Moye — Creator of E Sports Trainer
🌐 e-sportstrainer.com

Because your business matters. 💡