Hackney’s List

trusted local professionals and busineses

Explore our curated list of trusted local professionals and businesses known for their expertise and reliable service. Each entry is carefully vetted to ensure quality, professionalism, and a proven track record. Connect with local experts who are dedicated to helping you succeed.

Branding and Marketing

MSM Digital

Digital Marketing Agency Specializing in Web & Graphic Design, SEO, & Social Media

About

For over 25 years, MSM’s award-winning team has been leveraged to propel businesses and grow brands. MSM works with your company to create and execute a stellar digital presence. Let MSM help you connect with your audience and drive results.

Services

Web Design & Development, Social Media Branding & Marketing, Graphic Design & Print, Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Vinyl Vehicle Wraps, Ecommerce Websites, Mobile Apps & Sites, Branding & Logo Design, Web Hosting, Email Campaigns, and Professional Photography

Education

UNC Charlotte Belk College of Business

Outstanding Business Education

About

As North Carolina's premier urban research business school and one of fewer than two percent of the world's business schools to achieve and maintain AACSB International accreditation for both business and accounting programs, the Belk College offers outstanding business education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, along with executive education.

Services

Belk College of Business, College of Arts + Architecture, College of Education, College of Health and Human Services, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, College of Computing and Informatics, William States Lee College of Engineering, and The Graduate School

Finance

Securance Financial

Charlotte’s Leader In Insurance Planning

About

At Securance Financial our goal is to provide the best solutions for our clients to allow them to achieve their financial goals regardless of what company or product it takes. The only way to do this is to provide our advisors with a platform that allows them the freedom to operate in their clients best interest.

Services

Retirement Planning, Employee Benefits, Life Insurance, Financial Advisory, Disability Insurance, Education Planning, Strategic Financial Planning, Insurance Planning, Economic Based Financial Planning, Insurance, Property Insurance, Casualty Insurance, Disability Income, Retirement Income, Tax Planning, Risk Management, Asset Protection, Cash Value Insurance, Diversification, Holistic Planning, and P & C Insurance

Health & Wellness

Core 24

A designer gym for the modern lifter

About

We have an obsessive passion for creating workout spaces influenced by music, art, design, and culture and we do it very well.

Services

Core24 is a modern bodybuilding gym that is 24/7, no contract. We have state of the art strength equipment, astro turf and full locker rooms with showers.

Connect

Hustle House

Group Fitness Meets Personal Training

About

Personal Training meets Group Fitness in 50-minutes of a total body workout, Hustle included. We bring passion and determination in the form of group, resistance-based High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT). At Hustle House we are a family, a team, a unit. We set goals and we reach them. The Hustle is real. If you’re not hustling, you're not living.

Services

Hustle House coaches lead classes through one of three emphasis days: Upper Body Emphasis, Lower Body Emphasis and Conditioning. Expect personal training in a small group environment. You will be pushed by your coach and the members around you because here we always hustle together.

Lifestyle

Elevate Lifestyle

Work Hard // Play Harder

About

We provide access & information about the Queen City’s best events. Count on Elevate Lifestyle to keep you in the loop.

Services

Elevate Lifestyle is one of Charlotte’s premier event and marketing companies. Our mission is to create great events that will help you create lifelong memories you won’t ever forget. We are very passionate about the wonderful city we live in, and we want you to experience all the amazing things Charlotte has to offer. We always strive to bring the Charlotte community together to celebrate all the things that we share and all the things that make us different, from food, to art, to music, crafts, and more.

MJW Photo

Stand Out with Confidence – Premium Headshots That Open Doors

About

Michael Wilson specializes in delivering crisp, clean, and premium headshots that elevate personal brands to new levels. As a professional photographer, Michael helps top performers, entrepreneurs, and corporate professionals make powerful first impressions. Whether you’re stepping into a new leadership role, launching a business, or updating your personal brand, your headshot is often the first thing people see. Michael ensures that you look polished, professional, and ready to seize the next big opportunity.

Services

Photographer offering headshots and professional portraits in a comfortable studio environment. Premium Headshots for top performing professionals - business, acting, modeling.

Real Estate

Venture X Charlotte

The Future of Workspace

About

Venture X Charlotte – The Refinery is a modern office space for rent offering its members a coworking space, dedicated desk, shared desk, flexible workspace with a vibrant coworking community of like-minded business professionals. Our members include entrepreneurs, established businesses, startups and small- to medium-sized businesses. With boutique hotel-style hospitality, you are going to love it here.

Services

Dedicated Workspace, Coworking, Meeting Rooms, Virtual Office

Retail

Ballantyne Jewelers

The premier jewelry store in Charlotte, NC

About

For over 50 years, Ballantyne Jewelers has been the premier jewelry store in Charlotte, NC. When you visit our store, you'll find loose diamonds, engagement rings, fine jewelry, custom jewelry, and pieces by the most famous jewelry designers.

Services

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

Knowledge Perk Coffee Company

Coffee Innovation. Flourishing Community. Better World.

About

Knowledge Perk strives to source the highest quality green coffee, through direct trade and reputable importers using fair trade and organic certifications. We focus both on the quality of coffee and our impact in the coffee growing communities.

Services

In-house roasted coffee, plus espresso drinks, and pastries in a cozy cafe with indoor and outdoor seating.

OMJ Clothing

In today's world of fast fashion & big box retail, we are the opposite.

About

Locally owned in Charlotte, NC, we have spent the past 11 years creating exceptional one-of-a-kind custom suiting & clothing for men and women that is thoughtfully crafted and made to stand the test of time. Whether you're looking for a wardrobe update, wedding suit, work wear or something for special occasion; our team of talented stylists host unforgettable in-person experiences that leave you feeling confident and inspired.

Services

Men's wear boutique offering classic sport coats, button down shirts, ties & leather goods.

Smooth Monkey

Always Fresh, Always Smooth, Always Served with Love

About

Only healthy, fresh ingredients. No Ice, No Sugar, No Syrup. Just the #1 Smoothie Shop in Charlotte. Always made with love. Smooth Monkey Smoothies & Acai.

Services

Smoothies, acai bowls, and other health-conscious fare are served in a comfy setting.

Staffing and Recruiting

Search Solutions Group

Executive Search, Recruitment, and Staffing

About

Search Solution Group is a full-service recruiting, staffing, and executive search firm with over 20 years of experience forging connections between organizations and uniquely qualified candidates. Having specialized divisions and exposure to nearly every industry, our firm has the experience and extensive talent network to tackle any hiring challenge. Our award-winning process, professional headhunting team, and commitment to helping our clients secure top talent set us apart as one of the leading recruitment firms in the nation.

Services

Search Solution Group is a top headhunting and recruitment firm specializing in long term, executive, and temp hires across multiple industries.

Transportation and Logistics

McLaren Charlotte

Official McLaren Dealer

About

At McLaren, our commitment to excellence and innovation underpins everything we do: from the performance of the Formula One™ team on race day to the ownership experience we offer Sportscars & Supercars. McLaren Charlotte is proud to have joined the McLaren team as your retailer. Our aim is to deliver what McLaren Automotive’s engineers planned from the outset; a new sports car that is a pleasure to own and thrilling to drive.

Services

Official McLaren Dealer — New Inventory, Pre-Owed Inventory, Service

Alliance Driveway Solutions

Experience the Difference Together

About

Alliance Driveaway Solutions has over 18 years experience in the heavy truck and transportation industry. We operate in all 48 states and Canada. No distance is too far. We excel in ensuring that our customers are more than satisfied with their shipments. At Alliance Driveaway Solutions, we don’t treat you just as a customer but rather as an operating partner. Our advanced state of the art dispatch system ensures that we are with you every step of the way. Alliance Driveaway is American owned and operated.

Services

Driveaway: Is the service of delivering on-road vehicles from a pickup location to a destination. Alliance Driveaway Solutions is the proven leader in ensuring that your vehicle relocation needs are met promptly and professionally. We use the most comprehensive insurance available. Experience the Alliance difference!

Sterling Worldwide Limousine

The Best in the Chauffeur Service

About

Sterling Worldwide Limousine is consistently recognized as one of the best chauffeured transportation services in the greater Charlotte, NC area. With our luxury fleet of vehicles, knowledgeable staff and cutting-edge technologies, we're capable of handling all your transportation needs. Our clients always enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free experience with our experienced chauffer staff. When you choose us, you can be sure that:
-We will have only the most recent models of limousines, motor coaches, bus charters and cars, including Cadillac XTS, Mercedes, and Mercedes Sprinter.
-Each limo is in meticulous condition, inside and out. We properly maintain our vehicles, so you can be sure there will never be breakdowns along the way.
-All of our limos, cars and shuttles are certified and insured.

Services

Worldwide Transportation, Airport Shuttle Service, Corporate Event Transportation & Wedding Limos

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