Charlotte content creators, ‘Love is Blind’ stars help us find the best of the Queen City

Where should I eat in Charlotte? What are the newest fashion trends? I’m headed on a weekend getaway — where should I go that’s nearby?

Content creators from around Charlotte joined The Charlotte Observer and Black Wednesday on April 17, to discuss the myths and misconceptions of their jobs, and the excitement of helping to market local businesses. The event was an exclusive event for Charlotte Observer subscribers.

Sydney Bernhardt, center, speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Sydney Bernhardt, center, speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.

Among the panelists were Sydney Bernhardt, a fashion and lifestyle influencer; Jensen Savannah, a Carolinas-focused content creator; Mackenzie King, CEO of King Social Management influencer agency; and Amber Desiree, a Charlotte-based content creator.

Amber Smith of Love is Blind speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Amber Smith of Love is Blind speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
The audience listens to a panel of influencers during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
The audience listens to a panel of influencers during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Rana Cash speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Rana Cash speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Jensen Savannah, left, speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Amber Smith of Love is Blind, second from left, listens in.
Jensen Savannah, left, speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Amber Smith of Love is Blind, second from left, listens in.
Community Engagement Editor Lisa Vernon-Sparks speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.
Community Engagement Editor Lisa Vernon-Sparks speaks during A Night of Influence organized by The Charlotte Observer and hosted at Black Wednesday in Charlotte, N.C., on Wednesday, April 17, 2024.