Welcome to the Topsail Insider Network
Your go-to platform for connecting with the stories, businesses, and leaders shaping the Greater Topsail area—and beyond.
Christa Schroeder, Founder & Producer
Christa launched the Topsail Insider Network to elevate the voices of local business owners, creatives, and changemakers across the Greater Topsail area. As the host of Topsail Insider, co-producer of Amplified CEO, Founding Partner of Topsail’s Top Choice Awards, and Owner of TI Studio, she’s passionate about creating meaningful media that connects and inspires — especially in the place she loves to call home. A proud member of the inaugural Leadership Pender class and the Chamber’s 2025 Business Person of the Year, Christa remains deeply rooted in her local community of friends, family, and neighbors.
Topsail Insider Podcast
Our flagship podcast highlights the unique character of the Greater Topsail area—including Hampstead, Surf City, Topsail Beach, North Topsail, Holly Ridge, and Sneads Ferry—through interviews with local businesses and nonprofits.
For Locals: Stay up to date on new businesses and community happenings.
For Prospective Residents: Discover everything our area has to offer before making the move.
For Vacationers: Explore the rich experiences beyond our stunning beaches.
Amplified CEO with Richard Stroupe
A fresh take on business leadership. Hosted by venture capitalist and entrepreneur Richard Stroupe, this podcast explores the building blocks of success—strategic decision-making, team building, resilience, and navigating change.
Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring CEOs and entrepreneurs, sharing real-world lessons to help leaders grow and thrive.
Topsail's Top Choice Awards
In partnership with Topsail Magazine and the Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce, Topsail’s Top Choice Awards celebrate local excellence—giving locals and visitors a chance to vote for their favorite businesses and activities across more than 120 categories.
Launched in 2024, the awards received 61,512 votes from 13,174 participants and were honored with the VoterFly High-Flyer Award for Best First Campaign.
TI Studio
TI Studio provides professional podcast space, premium audio and video equipment, and full-scale production services to support your creative and promotional vision.
From flexible rental options to polished audio commercials and multi-camera podcast episodes, TI Studio is your partner in bringing your message to life.