GRCC proudly supports its alumni-owned businesses.
This directory highlights the extraordinary accomplishments of GRCC alumni who took the Raider route to fulfill their dreams of becoming a business owner.
We're honnored to provide this listing as an opportunity for our alumni and GRCC community to reach out to fellow Raiders and build on opportunities of continued success and support.
Are you a GRCC alumni business owner? Let us know!
GRCC Alumni-Owned Businesses
| Business Name | Alumni Name | Website | Business Type or Industry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airborne Burrittos | Nate Peltier | www.facebook.com/silverstarcafe/ | Food Truck |
| American Etching LLC | Robert Christian Prevette | www.american-etching.com | Engraving, Marking, Etching |
| Archival Brewing | Levi & Callee Knoll | https://archivalbrewing.com/ | Brewery |
| Andrew J Schmidt Photography | Andrew Schmidt |
(574) 849-4209 |
Photography |
| Art Caribbean Fusion Cuisine | Gilma Delacruz | www.artcaribbeanrestaurant.com | Restaurant |
| Association of the Blind and Visually Impaired | Marcus Manders | www.abvimichigan.org | Non-Profit |
| Black Calder Brewing Company | Terry Rostic | www.facebook.com/blackcalderbrewing/ | Brewery |
| Carolina Low Country | Thomas Pugh | www.carolinalck.com | Restaurant |
| City Built Brewing Company | Edwin Collazo | www.citybuiltbrewing.com | Brewery |
| Control Solutions Inc | Ryan Kaufman | www.controlyourbuilding.com | Building Automation Services |
| Custer Inc | Dave Custer | www.custerinc.com | Planning and Furnishing Offices, Schools and Health |
|
Decadent desserts by Donna |
Donna Owens | https://www.facebook.com/ |
Bakery |
| E3 Coaching Studio | Amy Pierce Danders | www.e3coachingstudio.com | Career and Life Coaching |
| El Caribe | Gilma DeLaCruz | www.facebook.com/ElCaribeFoodTruck | Food Truck |
| Emily Luyk Illustration & Fine Art | Emily Luyk | emilyluyk.com | Art |
|
Flashback on Leonard |
Perian Olson |
www.facebook.com/flashbackonleonard |
Vintage Thrift Store |
| Four Chefs | Andrew Schultz | https://www.fourchefsgr.com | Catering, Meal delivery, Cooking lessons |
| Fresh Coast Signs | Brett Jeltema | www.freshcoastsigns.com | Signage, Wraps, Graphics |
| GarenHuis Yarn Studio | Shelly Filips | www.garenhuis.com | Yarn Shop |
| Gas Pedal Customs | Rochelle Copeland | www.gaspedalcustoms.com | Automotive Customizing |
| GR Task Master LLC | Mary Jo Jezowski | www.grtaskmaster.com | MI courier and task service |
| Grand Haven Therapeutic Massage | Melissa Bush | www.facebook.com/Grand-Haven-Therapeutic-Massage-626038541247937/ | Massage, Healthcare |
| Grandville IT Rescue | Sam Sheridan | www.grandvillerescue.com | IT Services |
| Holland Cakery ‘n’ Sweets | Katy Bopp |
(616) 396-0200 |
Bakery |
| Hull Heating and Cooling | Katie Hull | https://www.facebook.com/HullsHeatingAndCooling/ | Heating and Cooling |
| I could cook that | Andrea Keating & Amber Smith | https://icouldcookthat.com | Cooking Courses |
| Ice Box Brand | Chris Morin | www.iceboxbrand.com | Food Truck |
| Julie Schillim Counseling | Julie Owen Schillim | www.julieschillimllc.com | Counseling |
| KAZAP Accessibility Associates | Bettye-Ann Nellett | www.kazapaa.com | Accessibility Consulting |
| Meyers Hometown Bakery | Jeffrey Meyers | www.meyersbakery.com | Bakery |
| Mixed Staffing & Recruiting | Sara Knoester | www.mixedmi.com | Recruiting Agency |
| Monica's Cookies | Monica Mitidieri | www.monicasgourmet.com | Bakery |
| Morgan Jean Photography | Morgan Brown | www.morganjeanphotography.com | Photography |
| Music Studio of Karen A Betz-Griewahn | Karen A Betz Griewahn | www.facebook.com/KBGriewahn/ | Piano and Flute Lessons |
| Palermo Pizza | Marissa Stevenson | https://www.facebook.com/ |
Pizza Place |
| Pathways To The Sacred / Sacred Steam GR | Becky Haderer-Tamburello | https://www. |
Reiki, and Yoni Steam |
| Patty Matters | Lauren D'Angelo | www.pattymatters.com | Food Truck |
| Pressed In Time | Rock Dandeneau | www.tastebudsconnects.com | Food Truck, Catering |
| RC Caylan Atelier | RC Caylan | www.rccaylan.com | Clothing Store |
| Social Arts | Darrin Mayweather and Christopher Sampson | www.socialartsllc.com | Personal Chef |
| Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea | Michael Herblet | www.sweetwaterscafe.com/mi-grand-rapids-monroe-north | Café |
| TACt Marketing & Strategy | Chelsie Wyse |
(616) 283-2490 |
Marketing Agency |
| The Color Forest | Elizabeth Forest | www.thecolorforest.com | Handmade Jewelry |
| The Ginger Chef | Jennifer Zirkle-Grawburg | www.thegingerchef.net | Personal Chef |
| The Space | Becky Haderer-Tamburello | https://www.thespacegr.com/ | “A co-working community” |
| VanKempen Electric | Dave VanKempen | www.vankempenelectric.com | Electrician |
| YoChef's Mobile Gourmet | Joseff VanHorn | www.yochefscatering.com | Food Truck, Catering |
Disclaimer: Businesses listed on this site are provided strictly as a courtesy service to Grand Rapids Community College faculty, staff, students, alumni, and friends. The inclusion of any business on this site does not represent an endorsement. It is important to note that listings may not be regularly screened for the accuracy of the information or the quality of the amenities offered.