Lashawn Charles

About Lashawn Charles

I work at the intersection of leadership, strategy, and execution, with a people-first approach at the core of everything I do.My background spans high-stakes operational environments and founder-led growth. As a U.S. Navy veteran, I learned early that taking care of people is what allows any mission, business, or vision to truly succeed. No matter the intensity of the environment, my focus has always been impact, trust, and developing others.That same philosophy led me to build Entrepreneurs Networking Group (ENG) into a global ecosystem serving over entrepreneurs and aspiring founders. ENG exists to give people real access to community, mentorship, and honest conversations about growth, failure, and what it actually takes to build something meaningful.I’m intentional about what I build, how I lead, and the rooms I choose to be in. I’m drawn to people who value people as much as results. If that resonates, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Chief Executive Officer

   Entrepreneurs Networking Group Eng

   Mar 2025 — Present

   Founder and CEO of Entrepreneurs Networking Group (ENG), a global business network of members built for founders, creatives, and business professionals serious about growth, real connection, and long-term impact.ENG operates across platforms with a dedicated network at engglobal.net, offering community infrastructure, curated programming, live events, and resources designed to meet entrepreneurs at every stage of the journey. From early-stage founders building their first business to established leaders optimizing for scale, ENG exists to make sure no entrepreneur has to figure it out alone.As Founder and CEO I drive the vision, strategy, and expansion of ENG as a structured business ecosystem, moving the organization beyond social media into a credible, multi-channel global network. My focus is on building the systems, partnerships, and community infrastructure that position ENG for sustainable long-term growth.

Education

• Emory University - Goizueta Business School

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Savannah State University

  Bachelor's degree, Mass Communications/ PR & Advertising

  2012 — 2016