Katrina Louis
Katrina covers Charlotte's Black business scene for QCity Metro. She's a Miami transplant, pescatarian and lover of the arts. She earned a public relations degree from the University of Florida. Got a news tip? Email her at katrinalouis@qcitymetro.com.
Stories by: Katrina Louis
Care Ring announces Tchernavia Montgomery as next executive director
She leaves her role as chief program officer at Crisis Assistance Ministry to lead the nonprofit that provides health services to vulnerable residents.
By Katrina Louis | February 26, 2021
Breast cancer survivor opens gourmet popcorn shop
Julie Logan is the newest owner of Popcorn Heaven. The parent company has five locations nationwide, including two in Charlotte.
By Katrina Louis | February 25, 2021
This couple is keeping STEAM education front and center during the pandemic
Kosal and Tanisha Chea talk about being business partners in their education venture, Idea Lab Kids.
By Katrina Louis | February 23, 2021
‘Heritage of Biddleville’ wins Charlotte placemaking bid
Mural highlighting Historic West End will be installed as part of city's I-77 and West Trade Street underpass project.
By Katrina Louis | February 19, 2021
Red@28th opens in Dilworth this weekend
The literary lounge and hookah bar takes over location formerly occupied by People's Market
By Katrina Louis | February 17, 2021
Inside Paradise Equity Partners, a Charlotte-based private equity firm
Financial advisor and former NFL player Robert Mackey leads this sports and entertainment investment firm.
By Katrina Louis | February 15, 2021
RV travel inspired these dentists to launch new venture
Robert and Lorette Polite-Young launched Melanin Parks after they discovered RV travel during the pandemic.
By Katrina Louis | February 12, 2021
NC’s first monument honoring Black experience is architect’s final project before his death
Phil Freelon, architect behind the Harvey B. Gantt Center, led team designing NC Freedom Park and iconic Beacon of Freedom.
By Katrina Louis | February 10, 2021
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library names new CEO and chief librarian
Nationally recognized library leader Marcellus "MT" Turner to begin April 1.
By Katrina Louis | February 8, 2021
Charlotte clothing boutiques weather pandemic challenges
Local clothing retailers share ups and downs of business as many Charlotte workers remain at home.
By Katrina Louis | February 8, 2021