by Kelsea Rounds | Jan 18, 2017 | Profile
Zoe Bruyn’s younger cousin Wyatt has Down syndrome. As a child, he’s fun, engaging and likes to bake, saying, “stir it up, stir it up.” As an adult, research shows he’ll be an important asset to a business or company by being one of the...
by Kelsea Rounds | Jan 4, 2017 | Profile
If all entrepreneurial success stories share certain similarities, Maggie Feil’s story has them in spades. Bravery, risk-taking, making a dream come true? Check. A tough first year followed by exponential growth and eventual success? Check. Incredibly supportive...
by Kelsea Rounds | Dec 28, 2016 | Profile
If someone had told Amna Seibold 30 years ago that she would be mayor of East Grand Rapids, she would’ve said, “No. Not me.” After graduating from Albion College with a degree in biology, Seibold wasn’t certain which direction her career would...
by Kelsea Rounds | Nov 30, 2016 | Profile
AM is a complete experience—an asana studio, meditation studio, 365 program, teAM and community events. It’s yoga for the people. Anywhere and everywhere. And that’s exactly what co-owners Ashley Yost and Mali Jane wanted. What prompted your decision to...
by Kelsea Rounds | Nov 21, 2016 | Profile
Thegreenglovedryer is the green energy solution to drying gloves, mittens and more … and it’s made in America. Karen Smoots took the challenge of drying wet winter accessories and turned it into a burgeoning business. What prompted your decision to become...