FocalGroove

09/08/2026

Developers, builders, problem-solvers — this one’s for you. 💻

The Concord Software Developers Dev Roundtable is back this Thursday!

Bring your questions, current challenges, side projects, or something you’ve been building for a little show & tell. Whether you’ve been coding for years or you’re just getting started, this is a relaxed space to connect, talk shop, learn from each other, and get fresh perspectives from other developers in the community.

📅 Thursday, September 10
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Flywheel Coworking | Downtown Concord

No presentation required. No need to have all the answers. Just come ready to connect, share, and geek out with some good people.

Hosted by the Concord Software Developers community with support from FocalGroove and Flywheel Coworking.

🔗 RSVP on Meetup!

09/06/2026

Great news!

Longtime Independent Tribune editor Mark Plemmons brings his popular weekly column to the Compass, with a new edition every Friday.

09/04/2026

Coffee & Cameras would not feel the same without the wonderful team at Petal Cakes. ☕️📸

Month after month, they welcome our growing community into their space inside Gibson Mill Market, giving local photographers and creatives a place to connect, share ideas, practice their craft, and build genuine relationships.

Thank you, Petal Cakes, for your hospitality, your support, and for always helping our mornings feel a little sweeter. We are incredibly grateful to call your space the home of Coffee & Cameras!

Here’s to many more mornings filled with coffee, creativity, and community. 🤎

09/03/2026

Perspective is difficult for competitors to copy because it comes from your experience.

At FocalGroove, we help brands use their existing perspective to stand out.

Your point of view might be one of the strongest pieces of your brand.

Use it.

09/02/2026

Join us THIS SATURDAY at 9:00am for Coffee & Cameras at Gibson Mill Market! ☕📸

Bring your camera (or smartphone) and connect with fellow photography enthusiasts at this fun and creative meetup.

Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been shooting for years, this is a great opportunity to meet other photographers, share ideas, and capture some amazing moments together.

At Coffee and Cameras, we’re building a welcoming community where creatives can connect, learn, and explore photography together. Come grab a coffee, talk gear, swap tips, and get inspired.

📆 Saturday, September 5th
📍 Gibson Mill Market
🕘 9:00am
📷 All skill levels welcome

09/01/2026

Winston-Salem, we’re getting ready to hit record. 🎙️

Bayo shares why we’re so excited to bring The Groove Studio to a community filled with passionate entrepreneurs, growing brands, and small businesses with stories worth sharing.

Our goal is to make professional podcasting and content creation feel accessible, comfortable, and built around your vision—so you can share your expertise, connect with your audience, and grow your business with confidence.

More details are coming soon. Winston-Salem, we cannot wait to create with you.

08/31/2026

September is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, and create!☕📸💻

Join us for camera meetups, dev discussions, AI exploration, and more. Whether you’re a creative, developer, entrepreneur, or just curious—there’s something for you this month.

September Events:
Coffee & Cameras
📅September 5th
⏰ 9:00am
📍Gibson Mill Market

Dev Roundtable
📅September 10th
⏰ 6:30pm
📍Flywheel Coworking

Concord AI Lab: Lunch and Learn
📅September 15th
⏰ 11:30am
📍Flywheel Coworking

Check the schedule and save your spot—we’d love to see you there!

08/27/2026

People do not hire the loudest voice in the room. They hire the one they trust.

A podcast gives your audience more than a quick introduction. It gives them time to hear how you think, understand what you know, and become familiar with the way you solve problems.

Long-form conversations demonstrate expertise.
Your voice creates familiarity.
Consistency builds credibility.
Education establishes authority.

By the time someone reaches out, they may already feel like they know you—and that makes the first conversation much easier.

Because people hire who they feel they know.

Ready to turn your expertise into content that builds real trust? Hit record at The Groove Studio. 🎙️

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Winston-Salem, you do not have to have everything figured out before you hit record.

Jamie Fuller, owner of Octane Fitness, has experienced The Groove Studio process firsthand—and his advice is simple: trust the team.

We take the time to understand your goals, tailor the experience to your needs, and make the entire process feel easy from the moment you walk in to the moment your content goes live.

Professional production. Personalized support. A team that genuinely wants to help you succeed.

Winston-Salem, get ready. The Groove Studio is bringing more than cameras and microphones—we’re bringing a creative partner you can trust.

Stay tuned. We’re just getting started. 🎙️