By Hunter Mylek Who is Laura Armenta? Laura Armenta is an adventurous, driven, fierce, and resilient woman. Mexican-born performing artist, choreographer, movement expert, speaker, educator, holistic arts practitioner, martial arts lover, and diversified entrepreneur. For those that do not know about…
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As its name implies, NEU (German for “new”) is all about what’s new–and what’s happening–in West Michigan’s entrepreneurial community. It’s designed to support the efforts of people within our community by recognizing the ideas, strategies, and accomplishments of local entrepreneurs and partner organizations, and also by providing information on educational opportunities and community resources and events. NEU is published by Grand Valley State University’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (CEI) within the Seidman College of Business.
There Is Always Room For You: Q&A with Breanna Stewart
By: Hunter Mylek Q: Can you tell us a little about yourself? A: Hello there! My name is Breanna Stewart. I am a junior at GVSU studying Psychology and Statistics. I am hoping to become an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist. I have…
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Sweet potato Delights: Q&A with Dr.Velonda
By Hunter Mylek What is Sweet Potato Delights and what inspired this business idea? Sweet Potato Delights is a veteran woman-owned business/enterprise that manufactures a 100% vegan line of sweet potato goods and grab-and-go items. What helped to inspire this…
Dantes Bakery: Q&A w/ Michele Minghetti
By Hunter Mylek The Minghetti brothers Q: Can you tell us a little bit about your journey, and how you got to where you are today? A: "We both were born and raised in Switzerland. However, as our parents are…
Shift Coffee and Culture: Q&A w/ Deanna Bossenbroek
By: Hunter Mylek Q: You were a Grand Valley State University student before starting your business Shift Coffee and Culture. Can you tell us how your time at GVSU shaped you and led you to start this business? A: GVSU…
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Soul Filled: Q&A with Chef LaKisha
By: Hunter Mylek Q: “You were just a recent winner of the MVE lab competition. Can you talk about life before becoming an entrepreneur and how that shaped you as a business owner? What important lessons did you learn throughout…
GFB: Q&A with Marshall Rader
Interview conducted by: Madison Hites // Edited by: Hunter Mylek Q- “You were a corporate paint salesman before becoming an entrepreneur. How was the transition into becoming an entrepreneur? What important lessons did you learn throughout that process?” A- Although…
77 Idea lab: James Mazure
By: Hunter Mylek Who is James Mazure? My name is James Mazure and I’m a sophomore here at GVSU. I’m dual majoring in pursuingdegrees in Marketing with an emphasis on Sales and Finance. I am also an active member ofAlpha…
77 Idea Lab: Denzel Braswell
By: Hunter Mylek Who is Denzel Braswell? Denzel is the Co-Founder of "The Enticed Collection". I'm also a Senior at Grand Valley State University, studying Statistics and Mathematics. I like to cook, play video games and watch movies. What is…
77 Idea Lab: Andrew Bussey
By: Hunter Mylek Who is Andrew Bussey ? I'm in my sixth year at GVSU and am a Senior at Grand Valley studying Finance. I grew up in Saint Joseph, Michigan. I am 23 years old and live in Eastown Grand Rapids. I was…
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