The Jonathan Jelks Interview

The Katrina Jones Interview

Innovative, forward thinking and driven. A business owner of not one but two locally sourced businesses. Katrina’s unique brand of production has shined and grown in the last five years in their progression. She has been in business for five years and she is just beginning her stride. Not only do we expect great things from this diligent diva, we can look forward to award winning service as she plans to expand her care culture throughout the midwest. We solute Ms Jones and welcome her to the show.

The Irie Don Interview

Vince, the owner of Irie Kitchen in Kentwood,MI comes on the show and talks about his entrepreneurial journey starting at 19. What is your north star ?

The April Ruiz Interview

April Ruiz, an educator and mentor, tells all about being apart of a strong, education oriented family. April's upbringing led her to find an early passion in helping the community through tutoring students. On the show she explains how a small hobby, turned into a profitable business. As well as the pandemic of 2020 shifting her tutoring business, from person to person, now completely virtual.

The Jonathan Jelks Interview

Jonathan Jelks, a true Grand Rapidian, comes on the show and discusses his upbringing on the Southeast side of the city. Jelks also discusses his up and coming Motu Viget spirits, based out of the 616.

The Shay Mendez Interview

Shay Mendez, the owner of The Beat of My Heart Boutique, tells about her experience moving from Detroit to Grand Rapids, MI. The start of entrepreneurship is no easy task. According to Shay, family will always be your biggest supporters and will always push you to achieve your life long goals.