Jilma Clarke Shackleford - Grow Local Realty

05/16/2026

04/24/2026

On this week’s episode of Hidden Gems: People, Places, and Things in the Triangle, I take you inside a truly unique home-based business—Elegant Embroidery by Grace.

From custom embroidered clothing and quilts to personalized baby outfits, hats, and more, this talented designer is turning creativity into a full operation right from her home studio. I get an exclusive tour of the workspace and a behind-the-scenes look at the embroidery process that brings these custom pieces to life.

But this episode is more than just inspiration—it’s about seeing the potential in spaces and how people are building businesses right from their homes right here in the Triangle.

🏡 Thinking about buying, selling, or investing in real estate in North Carolina? I an here to help you every step of the way!

📲 Contact Jilma Clarke Shackleford, Realtor
Grow Local Realty | Serving North Carolina
🌐 JustCallJilma.com
📧 [email protected]
📞 (919) 426-8829

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04/17/2026

Today I had the opportunity to visit NCWorks Career Center here in the Raleigh area, and I’m excited to share this week’s episode of Hidden Gems: People, Places, and Things in the Triangle!

I sat down with Kenneth, the Director of Operations, to learn more about how NCWorks is helping individuals who are underemployed or simply looking for a fresh start in their careers. From job placement assistance to resume help and career training programs, there are so many valuable resources available right here in our community.

If you or someone you know is searching for employment or looking to level up professionally, this is definitely a place you want to check out.

Take a moment to watch the video and see how NCWorks is making a difference in the Triangle!

And as always, if you have any real estate needs, I’m here to help every step of the way.

📞 (919) 426-8829
🌐 JustCallJilma.com

03/08/2026

👀 Sneak Peek from Jilma’s Hidden Gems!

In this clip, Jilma takes us inside Bombay Central, a hidden Indian grocery market in Raleigh 🇮🇳 packed with authentic ingredients, a café, and even a halal butcher. If you love discovering unique international spots and hidden food gems, you definitely want to see this one!

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube:
Inside Raleigh’s Hidden Indian Market 🇮🇳 | Bombay Central Tour w/ Jilma (Cafe + Halal Butcher!)
https://youtu.be/51J4IvY9-aU

🔁 This is a replay of one of Jilma’s past Hidden Gems adventures, but stay tuned because new Hidden Gems videos are on the way soon! More local spots, food finds, and hidden places you might not know about are coming.

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🏡 Connect With Jilma (Your Triangle Realtor!)

📞 Jilma Shackleford | Broker | REALTOR® – Grow Local Realty
📧 [email protected]
📱 (919) 426-8829
🌐 JustCallJilma.com

02/07/2026

Struggling with memory or communication? Speech therapy can help you regain what you've lost. Don't settle for less; take action and empower yourself. It's never too late to improve your quality of life.

At Elevate Speech Services, we specialize in providing high-quality speech therapy for adults, helping individuals regain confidence and independence in communication skills. Whetherrecovering from a brain injury, stroke, or living with neurological conditions, we offerpersonalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs.

As a certified brain injury specialist and VitalStim Plus provider, Kimberly Baradei focuses on evidence-based techniques to improve speech, language, cognition, swallowing function and aural rehabilitation. Our goal is to help clients navigate their daily interactions with greater ease, independence and success.

Located in Wake Forest, North Carolina, Elevate Speech Services is dedicated to helping
individuals reconnect with their loved ones and the world around them. Because communication is more than just words—it’s connection.

Serving North Carolina | 🗣 Adult Speech Therapy | 💙 Client-Centered Care



elevatespeechservices.com
P- 908-892-3492
F- 919-488-4300

FOR YOUR REAL ESTATE NEEDS CONTACT:
Jilma Clarke Shackleford, Realtor
Grow Local Realty serving North Carolina
JustCallJilma.com
[email protected]
(919)426-8829

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Videography:
Ronald Massenburg
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(472)210-9644

01/16/2026

♿📦 Hidden Gems: Wheelchairs Made from Cardboard?!

This week on Hidden Gems, Jilma visits Made4Me in Raleigh, NC — an incredible organization creating affordable, life-changing mobility solutions using innovative cardboard wheelchairs.

These chairs are lightweight, durable, and designed to bring independence to people who need it most. This is one of those stories that reminds you how powerful simple ideas can be.

01/09/2026

🎥 New Episode of Hidden Gems is out now!

This week, Jilma visits the beautifully renovated Hibiscus Event Center in Raleigh, NC and takes us on a full tour of this elegant, modern event space. From weddings and receptions to corporate events and private parties, this venue has everything you need to host an unforgettable celebration.

We also sat down with the manager to learn more about what they offer and why The Hibiscus Event Center is becoming one of Raleigh’s go-to event destinations.

📍 Website: https://thehibiscusraleigh.com
📍 Location: Raleigh, NC

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📞 Looking to buy or sell a home in the Triangle? Call Jilma!
Jilma Shackleford | Broker | REALTOR® – Grow Local Realty
📧 [email protected]
📱 (919) 426-8829
🌐 JustCallJilma.com

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12/19/2025

✨ New Hidden Gems Episode! ✨

This week, Jilma stops by Self-Help Credit Union in Raleigh to highlight the many services they provide to help individuals, families, and small businesses build stronger financial futures. From everyday banking to loans and financial guidance, Self-Help is truly a community resource worth knowing about.

📺 Watch the full episode now and learn how they’re helping people take control of their finances!

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🏡 Need real estate help in the Triangle?
📞 Jilma Shackleford | Broker | REALTOR® – Grow Local Realty
📧 [email protected]
📱 (919) 426-8829
🌐 JustCallJilma.com

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12/12/2025

This week on Hidden Gems: People, Places, and Things in the Triangle, I had the privilege of visiting Legal Aid of North Carolina right here in Raleigh — a nonprofit law firm that offers free civil legal assistance to qualifying North Carolinians. 🎥⚖️

From helping people stay in safe housing and secure the benefits they’re entitled to, to providing support in employment, consumer protection, and domestic violence cases, the team at Legal Aid is committed to making justice accessible for individuals and families who need it most. 

I sat down with staff and managers who walked me through all the services they offer and how the community can reach out if they need help. If you or someone you know may benefit from legal assistance but can’t afford it — this is a resource worth knowing about.

📍 Legal Aid of North Carolina – Raleigh
Serving Wake County and beyond

📞 Jilma Shackleford | Broker | REALTOR® – Grow Local Realty
📧 [email protected] | 📱 (919) 426-8829
🌐 JustCallJilma.com

🎥 Videography by: Ronald Massenburg
📧 [email protected]