Entrepreneur of the Year - 2025 Southwest Michigan First's Chamber's Choice Awards

18 contenders in this category.

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Luxx Entertainment

(269) 254-3440 Website

“boasting over a decade of experience in the private event space, Logan’s infectious energy and unparalleled attention to detail are just two of the reasons why he's become a sought-after entertainer at

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Ignertia (claim listing)

(269) 359-0560 Website 518 E North St

Jutta Wilberding

(269) 254-2335 Website 436 North Park Street Studio 123

“No one becomes an entrepreneur because it's easy. You become one because you have a passion. And although becoming a blacksmith and teaching classes in a forge was never a childhood dream, after

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Joey Gamrat (claim listing)

Building Capture - Jake Taylor

(269) 998-1312 Website

“We provide drone services, architectural photography, and 3D scanning services to support the marketing, design, and documentation of buildings and properties.

Chad Jacob

“Hi, I am Chad Jacob and the start of my entrepreneurial career began with the opening of College Hunks in Kalamazoo. For the last three years, this business has been listed in the Kalamazoo INC 5000

2nGage

(844) 536-7219 Website 3302 Mindi Ln

“At 2nGage, we are more than just a digital marketing agency - we are your growth partners. Our team specializes in crafting customized marketing strategies designed to ensure business success and

JB

Jamie Brock (claim listing)

Catherine Nails

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

“Founded in 2024 by 25 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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Chris Turner (claim listing)

Monica Lloyd

(269) 290-0284 Website

“Monica Lloyd | Founder, People Forward® Monica Lloyd is on a mission to create workplaces people love. As the founder of People Forward®, she brings bold energy and strategic insight to organizational

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Kayla Raquel Photo

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“Kayla Olsiewicz is the owner of Kayla Raquel Photo, a Southwest Michigan brand photographer dedicated to helping entrepreneurs show up confidently, connect authentically, and share their story with the

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Noble creative, Lydia Ellison (claim listing)

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Mike Tiesenga (claim listing)

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Doreen Gardener

Catherine Huynh

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

“Catherine is a young entrepreneur and the founder of Catherine Nails, a high-end salon redefining beauty standards and work culture in Kalamazoo. At just 25, Catherine has built not only a thriving

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Tanya Thompson - The Aroma Labs (claim listing)

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