Megan is a stay-at-home mom. Jim is a startup founder and, I might add, has the best startup newsletter in town.Despite her pint-sizeynessMegan's upbeat attitude and tireless work toward making the Charlotte tech scene stronger is what makes her half of one gnarly power couple. So, without further adieu, I present to you this Q&A with Megan Van Fleet:

CL: What events have you organized in the last 18 months?  
MVF: Charlotte StartUp Weekend, currently working on BarCampCLT

CL: The name of Jim's startup:
MVF: LaunchPad Code Academy

CL: How many events have you organized, and how long have you been at it?
MVF: Charlotte StartUp Weekend for three events; I've volunteered with Ignite Charlotte for three events and BarcampCLT for two events

CL: What is the No. 1 thing that makes you so awesome? 
MVF: It's hard to narrow it down. Probably the company I keep.

CL: Where did you get the idea to begin organizing?
MVF: When I decided to leave my job to stay home with my son JJ, I didn't feel like I would be fulfilled doing baby stuff all day. So I looked around for volunteer opportunities in Charlotte with organizations and events that interested me. My husband had been a co-organizer of CSW before that, and I loved the energy surrounding the event. I also knew that they needed help with the little details, which is one of my strengths, so I saw it as a natural fit. My role has grown each year.

CL: What's the biggest lesson you've learned through organizing?
MVF: It's important not to force a fit between you and an event/organization. Consider what you're passionate about, and look for organizations involved in those areas. You're likely to be more motivated to help out and follow through.

CL: What is the one piece of tech you couldn't live without?
MVF: My iPhone. I use it for everything. Every crack in the glass has a story (the story usually ends with, "...and then JJ threw my phone.") Also, power strips.

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