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RandiLynn Talsma

RandiLynn Talsma

Co-Owner, Spreader of Sparkle, Shopkeeper, Blended Furniture Market Along with her husband Jason, RandiLynn Talsma developed a different furniture shopping experience in the Norton Shores area. Since opening Blended Furniture Market eight years ago, her daily goal is...

Catherine Ripley

Catherine Ripley

President and CEO, Symplicity Communications, Inc. Catherine Ripley is a trailblazing entrepreneur, mentor, and advocate for women in technology and business. Overcoming immense personal challenges, including homelessness as a young mother, she built a thriving career...

Misti Stanton

Misti Stanton

First Vice President, Talent & Culture Officer | Mercantile Bank Misti Lynn Stanton has served as a mentorship champion in the Grand Rapids community for over 35 years. Her mentorship and service background first took root when she worked at Grand Rapids Public...

Jessica Crosby

Jessica Crosby

CEO, Delight In Designs Jessica Crosby is a visionary entrepreneur who built a multi-million-dollar remodeling and design business from the ground up in just five years. As the founder of Delight In Designs, she has redefined home transformations with her...

Tamara Rosier, PhD

Tamara Rosier, PhD

Founder, ADHD Center of West Michigan Dr. Tamara Rosier has worn many hats throughout her career—college administrator, professor, leadership consultant, high school teacher, business owner and ADHD coach. These diverse experiences have given her a deep understanding...

Michelle Krick

Michelle Krick

Owner | Michelle Krick Style Michelle Krick is the founder of Michelle Krick Style, where she helps women and men in Grand Rapids and beyond elevate their presence through personal style. With more than 30 years in corporate buying, Michelle’s expertise spans both...

Melissa L. Neckers

Melissa L. Neckers

Assisted Reproduction Attorney, Miller Johnson While growing her family, Melissa Neckers and her husband experienced heartbreaking loss when their son, Stuart, was stillborn. Then desperate to have a healthy child, they also experienced infertility. As an attorney at...

Kati Quarto

Kati Quarto

Founder & Owner | Happy Cat Cafe Kati Quarto is the founder and owner of Happy Cat Cafe, Grand Rapids' first and only cat cafe. What began with a BuzzFeed article and a Kickstarter campaign in 2015 became a thriving downtown destination that has facilitated over...

Damaris Rodriguez

Damaris Rodriguez

Business Operations Manager, Guzman Real Estate Services Dama Rodriguez is a resilient and passionate single mom, balancing her dual careers in real estate and as a wedding officiant. She finds joy in helping her community achieve milestone goals and creating...

Bincy Sines, CFP, AIF

Bincy Sines, CFP, AIF

Owner, Kumon of Grand Rapids | Owner, Level Up Coaching and Consulting Bincy Sines is a West Michigan entrepreneur, educator, and financial coach with over 21 years of business leadership experience. At just 26 years old, she launched her tutoring center in Grand...