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The Entrepreneurs Club is a department of McKinney Media focused on community engagement, connection, and impact. We bring together thousands of entrepreneurs, business professionals, and creatives through a diverse and growing Facebook community, host events and community givebacks, and extend the conversation through The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast. Through both The Entrepreneurs Club and McKinney Media, we create spaces and experiences that bring people together and strengthen the community.

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The Entrepreneurs’ Club Reunion is designed to bring people together for real connection, visibility, and growth through networking, vendors, breakout sessions, and a live podcast-style panel experience. Attendees will include founders, entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, and emerging leaders, while vendors will feature local brands, businesses, and community partners looking to connect with an engaged, growth-minded audience.

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4TH ANNIVERSARY PHOTO GALA

On August 9th 2025, McKinney Media hosted its 4th Anniversary Photo Gala, celebrating four years of business, growth, and impact. The event honored Founder Carter McKinney’s journey of building a thriving creative company instead of following a traditional college path, and also marked the official ribbon cutting for the McKinney School of Media and Marketing. More than a celebration, the evening was a powerful reflection of vision, purpose, and legacy in motion.

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HEADSHOT HAPPY HOUR

McKinney Media Headshot Happy Hour is a premier, curated networking event designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and creatives. The experience blends meaningful networking, professional headshots, music, and refreshments in an elevated setting. The March 11, 2026 event sold out, reflecting strong demand for this high-touch community experience.

THE PHOTOPARTY

THEPHOTOPARTY is a creative networking event for all entrepreneurs and creatives. It's a safe place to relax, have fun, eat FREE food, and meet likeminded people in your community. We started hosting these at our home studio in Bethlehem, PA but hope to expand across the country.

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PHILANTHROPY

We hosted a FREE Haircut and School Supply Drive for the students in need in Bethlehem, PA on August 19th from 10am - 5pm! We collected supplies from August 1st until end of day August 19th. With the help of volunteers and donations, we raised over 50 backpacks full of supplies, and many haircuts for students in need.

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THE ENTREPRENEURS' CLUB PODCAST

The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast, hosted by Carter McKinney, spotlights impactful conversations with entrepreneurs and creatives shaping culture. Listen in for insights on leadership, branding, resilience, and the behind-the-scenes of building something meaningful.

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MAR

Raised in the Restaurant: Anthony Trapani on the Family Restaurant Business | Season 1 Ep 9

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Carter McKinney

This episode is for entrepreneurs, restaurant owners, and operators who understand that building a business is one thing, but carrying forward a legacy is something else entirely.Anthony Trapani of ZEST bar+grille joins me for a real conversation on family business, hospitality, leadership, and what it takes to grow and sustain a restaurant brand in the Lehigh Valley.In this episode, we get into:• What it was like growing up around a family business• Why Anthony chose to step into the family business instead of building something separate• The pressure and responsibility that come with legacy• How hospitality becomes community-building when done well• What actually drives restaurant revenue beyond just food and drinks• The role of events, private bookings, and experience in long-term growth• The realities of staffing, margins, and staying profitable in hospitality• How to create repeat customers instead of one-time visitors• Balancing tradit

FEB

Basement to Big Leagues: Jonathan Morrissey on Family Business at Rich Mar Florist

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Carter McKinney

This episode is for entrepreneurs who respect legacy, but still think bigger. Jonathan Morrissey, President of Rich Mar Florist, joins me in person for a real conversation on what it takes to grow a 70-year, 4-generation family business, from a townhouse basement to doing major events across the country. In this episode, we get into:• What it’s like coming up in the family business (starting with the unglamorous work) • The pivotal moment in 2009: the U.S. Women’s Open at Saucon Valley, and how it changed everything • Why flowers matter in sports, VIP hospitality, and high-end experiences (even when people don’t realize it) • What “high-level” execution really looks like: planning, installs, access limits, timelines, maintenance • The reality of resilience, sacrifice, and sustaining success, and why Jon lives by “Attack Life” • What’s next: more universities, bigger races, and dreaming toward the Indy

JAN

From Heroin to Hope: Westley Morris on Recovery, Redemption & “Keep Pedaling” | Season 1 Episode 6

By:

Carter McKinney

Season 1, Episode 6 — Westley Morris | The Entrepreneurs Club PodcastThis episode is raw, real, and necessary.Westley Morris joins me for a conversation about resilience, recovery, and rebuilding — not as a highlight reel, but as real life. From surviving addiction and homelessness to turning pain into purpose, Westley’s story is a reminder that transformation is possible… but it costs something.In this episode, we explore:• What recovery actually looks like when nobody’s watching• The mindset shift from survival to responsibility• Rebuilding trust with yourself, your family, and your community• How discipline (and consistency) becomes the turning point• Why “keep pedaling” is more than a saying — it’s a rule for lifeIf you’re an entrepreneur, creative, or anyone fighting to become the next version of yourself — this one will hit.Recorded at The Foundry Recording Studio in Bethlehem, PA.WATCH &b

JAN

Discipline Saved Him: Lawrence Wright on Barbering, Mental Health & Purpose | Season 1 Episode 5

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Carter McKinney

Today, we’re talking about discipline, mental health, and the unseen work behind mastering your craft — the kind of work that shapes character long before it shapes success.Lawrence Wright, master barber and founder of The Barber Pill, joins us for a grounded and honest conversation about barbering, family, self-discipline, and the responsibility that comes with influence.Lawrence’s journey into barbering began in high school, but his greatest growth didn’t come from clippers alone — it came from learning how to manage stress, protect his mental health, serve his community, and show up fully for his family.In this episode, we explore:• Why mental health is a leadership responsibility, not a side topic• How discipline from martial arts carries into business and life• The importance of work-life balance in entrepreneurship• How culture shapes work ethic, resilience, and perspective• Why community service keeps leaders grounded and hu

JAN

Leadership Starts Within: Bart Bailey on Finding Your Purpose, Inner Work, and Authoring | Episode 4

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Carter McKinney

Featuring: Bart Bailey | Hosted by Carter McKinneyToday, we’re talking about the inner work behind real leadership — the work no one applauds, but everyone feels.Bart Bailey, COO of Courage to Care and author of It’s In Our Bones, joins us for a powerful conversation about presence, self-awareness, and how generational history shapes the way we lead, parent, and connect.Bart’s biggest pivot didn’t come from business — it came from watching his son be bullied, forcing him to confront purpose, values, and what leadership truly demands.In this episode, we explore:• Why “the work is inner work” — always• How generational patterns influence leadership today• Why you can’t take people further than you’ve gone yourself• The discipline of presence in a distracted world• Listening more, speaking less, and leading with intentionIf you’re a leader, entrepreneur, parent, or someone committed to growth

DEC

From Prison to Purpose: How Losing Everything Rebuilt His Life | Entrepreneurs Club Podcast Ep. 3

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Carter McKinney

Featuring: Positive Kyle Lassiter | Hosted by Carter McKinneyToday, we’re talking about real second chances — not the ones people post about, but the ones you fight for.Positive Kyle Lassiter is a formerly incarcerated prison survivor who lost everything and rebuilt his life through mentorship, discipline, and an unbreakable commitment to growth. Now a general contractor, philanthropist, and community voice, Kyle is focused on helping others break cycles and reclaim their future.In this episode, we explore:• What it truly takes to rebuild life after incarceration• The role mentorship plays in long-term transformation• Why learning to say no is essential for growth• Turning pain, hard lessons, and time into purpose• Why hard times don’t last — but accountability doesWhether you’re rebuilding after a setback, navigating a second chance, or working to leave your past behind… this conversation is proof that your future is not ca

DEC

Before You Move… Learn How to Move In Place with Jevata Crawford | Entrepreneurs Club Podcast Ep. 2

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Carter McKinney

🎙️ The Entrepreneurs Club Podcast — Episode 2 Featuring: Jevata Crawford Bosket, MBA | Hosted by Carter McKinney Today, we’re talking about the real work of change, not the boxes, but the beliefs. Jevata Crawford Bosket is the founder of Project MOVE Organizing Services, creator of The MOVING Method™, and author of the powerful new book Moving In Place: More Than Boxes, released this week to a wave of community love. In this episode, we explore: • Why moving isn’t just about changing spaces, it’s about changing seasons • The emotional weight behind clutter, memories, and identity • How to start when you don’t feel “ready” • Building peace, structure, and grace in times of transition Whether you’re an entrepreneur preparing for what’s next, a family navigating a major life shift, or someone feeling stuck in old spaces… this conversation will help you discover that forward movement can begin right whe

DEC

From Veteran to Visionary: Jennifer Foxworthy’s Journey | Entrepreneurs Club Podcast Ep.1

By:

Carter McKinney

The Entrepreneurs’ Club Podcast kicks off with a powerful conversation featuring Jennifer Foxworthy: speaker, founder, and transformational leader. Together, we dive into purpose, resilience, entrepreneurship, and the mindset it takes to build a meaningful life and business.Hosted by Carter McKinney, this show brings honest stories, real strategy, and authentic conversations with entrepreneurs, creators, and leaders making an impact.Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@itscartermckinneyStay connected: www.mckinneymedia.co

The Entrepreneurs Club is a business and community platform under the McKinney Media umbrella designed to bring entrepreneurs, creatives, professionals, and leaders together through meaningful connection, learning, and visibility. Through its Facebook group, in-person events, podcast, and more - the community creates space for networking, education, collaboration, and opportunities that help people grow their brands, businesses, and relationships.

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