About Us
The mission of QCity Metro is to provide news, information and commentary relevant to Charlotte, N.C.’s, Black communities.
Meet our amazing team
We are talented journalists who love telling stories — especially stories that convey the richness of Black Charlotte. Other times we express our creativity through marketing, design or in-person events we host. Sign up for our newsletter!
Glenn H. Burkins
Founder/Publisher
My adult daughter thinks I’m cool because I got my first tattoo just recently. I think she may be on to something.
gburkins@qcitymetro.com
Bethany Lane
Revenue Strategist
If you see me, I’ll probably have my dog in one hand and an iced coffee in the other.
bethanylane@qcitymetro.com
Madeline Holly-Carothers
Editor
If you ever want to strike up a conversation with me, just ask about my next vacation; there’s always one in the works.
Madeline@qcitymetro.com
Chester Lane
Chief Happiness Officer
I like parks, long walks, squeaky toys and picking on my best friend, Glenn Burkins.
Amanda Harry
Marketing Coordinator
When I was 9 years old, I won a car. I consider myself to be quite lucky.
amanda@qcitymetro.com
Destiniee Jaram
Reporter
I love to travel and want to visit all 50 states in memory of my grandmother who did the same. So far my favorite states have been Texas and Louisiana.
destiniee@qcitymetro.com
Founded in 2008, QCity Metro was among the first digital-only platforms created to serve a local, Black audience. Today, our online presence includes our website, newsletters and social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
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