"Woman-Owned Business of the Year" in greater Kalamazoo County.

28 contenders in this category.

About this category: Nominees are for-profit businesses at least 51% owned by someone who identifies as a woman, in business at least 3 years, and known for their growth, resilience, and contribution to the community.

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Second Childhood (claim listing)

6784 S Westnedge Ave #A (269) 324-9997

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High Point Fitness (Gull Rd)

5462 Gull Rd Ste. 2 (269) 270-2446 Website

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Ignite Studios

2042 W Centre Ave (269) 254-8359 Email Website

“Ignite Studios is an 18+ adult dance, yoga and movement studio! Everyone deserves to feel comfortable in their own body. Ignite Studios is a place where this relationship can form and grow in a safe,

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Fortunate Fourth Creations & Media

3426 W Main St 3426 W Main St (313) 354-1877 Email Website

“Fortunate Fourth Creations & Media is a creative wellness company that uses art as a tool for healing, connection, and personal growth. We provide therapeutic art workshops, creative wellness

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This is a Bookstore (claim listing)

3019 Oakland Dr (269) 385-2847 Website

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Cherri's Chocol'art (claim listing)

101 S Kalamazoo Mall (269) 775-1424 Website

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Hand Me Down Rose

5462 Gull Rd Suite 8 (269) 381-8450 Email Website

“Hand Me Down Rose has proudly served Kalamazoo and surrounding area families since 1998. In 2020, Nicole and Jen took over with a shared passion for preserving a beloved local business and helping

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SWAY Salon (claim listing)

509 W Vine St Website

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Schultz Sweets

6857 W Main St Suite 6 (269) 254-8277 Email Website

“We are a woman owned business specializing in candymaking which began under cottage food law in 2019. We provide concessions, catering and corporate offerings with old fashioned flavors, recipes and

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Catherine Nails

6289 W Main St Suite 2 (269) 501-9262 Website

“Founded in 2024 by 26 year old entrepreneur Catherine Huynh, Catherine Nails has transformed Kalamazoo’s beauty scene with a fresh, “come as you are” approach. What began in a one-bedroom apartment now

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Force Field Applied Solutions

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“Force Field Applied Solutions is a fractional revenue and marketing strategy practice serving small and mid-sized businesses in Southwest Michigan. Founded by Korey Force, MBA, PMP, Force Field works

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Value Added Accounting

(269) 213-5120 Email Website

“All companies, regardless of size, deserve an experienced, US-based Finance Partner that offers essential Accounting Services, CFO services, and Controller Services to foster Growth and Success through

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The Thirsty Hound

1030 S 8th St (269) 330-3742 Website

“I am Patty Ruppel and my passions have always been pets and people. The Thirsty Hound is dedicated to creating a safe, respectful and fun social space where everyone can relax with their furry friends,

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Envision Advertising Design & Video Production

6395 Technology Ave Suite A3 (269) 254-8557 Email Website

“At Envision, we specialize in graphic design and video production—our two core pillars that power everything we do. We believe that with the right visuals, you can tell your story. From logos to motion

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Inspirations Med Spa

536 Romence Rd Suite 105 (269) 459-6010 Website

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Coffee Rescue

7805 South Sprinkle Road (269) 598-9449 Email Website

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Parisian Dream Desserts

(269) 550-8533 Email Website

“Parisian Dream Desserts is a home-based bakery creating handcrafted desserts made with quality ingredients and a touch of creativity. From classic favorites to gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free

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Papa’s Brittle

6541 Stadium Dr (269) 823-3030 Website

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Shainna Smith, Kalamazoo photo booth

4266 Ravine Rd Email Website

“Hi, I'm Shainna, the owner of Kalamazoo Photo Booth! I'm passionate about creating unforgettable experiences, celebrating life's biggest moments, and bringing people together one photo at a time. When

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Initial Attraction (claim listing)

3021 Oakland Dr (269) 341-4444 Website

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Victorian Bakery (claim listing)

512 N Park St # B (269) 553-6194 Website

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Mint Leaves LLC (claim listing)

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M2 Real Estate Collective (claim listing)

24208 Front St Suite b (269) 906-2090 Website

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The Do something company

(269) 303-1014 Email Website

“Do Something Co. is a woman-owned business founded by Laurel Day, a mom of three from Kalamazoo, Michigan. What began during the COVID lockdown in 2020 as a creative outlet—simple DIY projects shared

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Moretti Group

834 King Hwy Suite 112 (269) 343-0118 Website

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Absolute Homecare and Medical Staffing (claim listing)

8080 Moorsbridge Rd Suite 201 (269) 324-8080 Website

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LKF Marketing

259 E Michigan Ave 208 (269) 349-4440 Email Website

“LKF Marketing has offered Intelligent Marketing Solutions since 1989. Our work hard, play hard team specializes in full-service advertising, marketing, public relations, and website design and

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Valentines Vintage Thrift

4423 W KL Ave (269) 454-6873 Email

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Second Childhood (claim listing)

This is a Bookstore (claim listing)

Cherri's Chocol'art (claim listing)

SWAY Salon (claim listing)

Initial Attraction (claim listing)

Victorian Bakery (claim listing)

Mint Leaves LLC (claim listing)

M2 Real Estate Collective (claim listing)

Absolute Homecare and Medical Staffing (claim listing)

...but, my favorite isn't listed. What now?!