Local business and community leaders gathered at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce to celebrate Small Business Week and to recognize local small businesses who have excelled in their market. On hand to take part in each presentation were elected officials and community leaders from Mooresville, Huntersville, Davidson, and Cornelius, as well as Chamber members and staff.

2025 Chamber Board Chair Brian Sisson stated that the Chamber was honoring a Small Business in each local community served by the 850+ member chamber of commerce. Sisson cited the accomplishments of each business including the strong involvement each has in the region giving back to their community that has allowed their business to prosper. The business owners were provided an opportunity to share their thoughts on the recognition followed by comments from their respective elected officials.

Recognized were Liz and Mike Marlow from AlphaGraphics in Cornelius, Zach Weir and Levi Bretz representing Jeff Weir for Freedom Boat Club in Davidson, Angela Fluck representing Sue and John Gilbert with Nothing Bundt Cakes in Huntersville, and David and Brandon Alexander from David Alexander Electric, Inc. in Mooresville.

Small Business Week was Presented by Novant Health – Huntersville Medical Center. The reception was part of the Lake Norman Chamber’s weeklong salute to Small Business - May 12 through the 17^th - in conjunction with the Towns of Davidson, Huntersville, Cornelius, Mooresville and the Small Business Administration.

Cornelius Mayor Scott Higgins is on hand to recognize the Cornelius Small Business of the Year to Liz and Mike Marlow, owners of AlphaGraphics. Mike Riley, President of Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center and 2025 Lake Norman Chamber Board Chair Brian Sisson presented the award during Small Business Week at Lake Norman. Photo courtesy of John McHugh / Ocaid Photography.

2025 Chamber Board Chair Brian Sisson presents the Davidson Small Business of the Year to Zach Weir and Levi Bretz of Freedom Boat Club. On hand to recognize the business is Davidson Mayor Rusty Knox and Commissioner Tracy Mattison Brandon along with Mike Riley, President of Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center. Photo courtesy of John McHugh / Ocaid Photography.

Huntersville Commissioner Edwin Quarles is on hand to recognize the Huntersville Small Business of the Year to Manager Angela Fluck of Nothing Bundt Cakes at Birkdale Village. Mike Riley, President of Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center and 2025 Lake Norman Chamber Board Chair Brian Sisson presented the award during Small Business Week at Lake Norman. Photo courtesy of John McHugh / Ocaid Photography.

Mooresville Commissioner Lisa Qualls is on hand to recognize the Mooresville Small Business of the Year. Three Generations of David Alexander Electric, Inc. were present to receive the distinction: Brandon, David and Branson. Mike Riley, President of Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center and 2025 Lake Norman Chamber Board Chair Brian Sisson presented the award during Small Business Week at Lake Norman. Photo courtesy of John McHugh / Ocaid Photography.