Charlotte Office Co-Hosts “Innovation: The Future Is You” Lunch & Learn for Charlotte-Area Interns

Our Charlotte office recently co-hosted a Lunch & Learn for more than 100 Charlotte-based summer interns, in partnership with Barings and the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance.

The event featured a dynamic panel discussion titled “Innovation: The Future is You,” moderated by partner Jack Knight and featuring insightful perspectives from Sam Curtis of Barings, Aliya Morris of AvidXchange, and associate Rick Quarles. The panelists shared how innovation is not tied to a title or department—it’s a mindset. Regardless of your role or industry, harnessing innovative thinking can elevate both your personal growth and your company’s trajectory in today’s fast-moving, tech-driven world.

It was an energizing afternoon of learning, connection, and inspiration. Here’s to empowering the next generation of professionals to shape the future!