The Publisher’s Perspective

KEELA AND HER DAD, KELLY

Welcome to the June issue of LKN Magazine! We’re thrilled to bring you our 10th issue, and we hope you find it both informative and entertaining.

This month, I would like to dedicate our publication to three amazing fathers: my dad, who was a huge part of our lives and all our magazines; he would be so proud of his baby girl (we miss him so much), my stepdad, Charlie Schuler, who contributes as a writer, distributor, and supporter in so many ways; and finally, my husband, Tim, who is my everything and adores his kids and grand pups. This magazine would not be possible without his daily support, and I’m grateful for his willingness to help me chase this crazy dream of mine!

We’d like to express our gratitude to everyone who participated in our Tour de Boutique on April 22nd. It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since we made the decision to add LKN magazine to our family of publications, and what a year it has been! We have been overwhelmed by the support, and we’re grateful for each and every one of you.

The Tour de Boutique was a tremendous success, and we couldn’t have done it without the support of our advertising partners and the enthusiasm of our shoppers. Your smiling faces and kind words were truly heartwarming, and we’re grateful for your ongoing support of our mission to promote local businesses and build a stronger community.

I also want to take a moment to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our social media director, Michelle Hyatt. Michelle has been an integral part of our team from day one, and her contributions have been invaluable. Michelle, you’re a rock star, and we’re grateful for all that you do!

This month’s issue features a wide range of stories and features that highlight the people, places, and events that make our community so special. From profiles of local business owners to in-depth looks at our region’s history and culture, we hope that you’ll find something that speaks to you and inspires you to get involved in our community.

We always welcome your feedback and ideas for future issues. We’re committed to serving our readers and advertising partners. If you have a story idea or a suggestion, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Let’s make the most of this beautiful summer month and enjoy everything that lake life has to offer. So, get outside, soak up the sun, and have some fun!

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Keela Johnson

Hello! My name is Keela Johnson and I’m the founder of Forsyth Magazines, a family of three publications based in Forsyth County that started in 2005. After living in Clemmons for 30 years, I “retired” to Lake Norman and found a vibrant, active community of friendly people, as well as new hobbies like paddle boarding and gardening. However, with publishing in my blood, my heart and mind recognized a wonderful opportunity to further engage with this dynamic community and the members of my Lake Norman “neighborhood.” So… I am thrilled to announce that our team is launching a fourth publication: LKN Magazine!

An opportunity to promote local! When my husband and I made the move to Lake Norman, I passed the torch for the Forsyth County-based magazines into the very capable hands of my daughter Brooke. I’ve been considering the right time to launch a Lake Norman-based magazine, and I firmly believe that time is now! With 19 years of publishing experience, our team has helped hundreds of businesses share their stories and connect with our 70,000 readers. We believe in the power of community and building a platform for local businesses to grow in an organic and powerful way. We’re so excited to bring this same concept to the Lake Norman market.
What does this look like? Take a look at forsythwoman.com to see some of our content and flip through our digital edition. You can also check out @forsythmags on Instagram and Facebook, and find the Forsyth Magazines podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, and all major streaming platforms.
What does LKN Magazine offer? Print ads, of course, and online exposure as well, but in addition to that, we offer so much more to help you tell your story to your target market. Editorial, social media promotion, a monthly newsletter, a podcast, and event sponsorship opportunities are all perks available for our advertising partners. I’d love to set up a time to chat with you over the phone or meet in person to discuss.

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