Alumni-Owned Business Directory
Many Kirkwood Community College alumni have followed their passions into the workforce and founded their own businesses. Kirkwood Alumni & Friends is excited to launch a directory of alumni-owned businesses so the Kirkwood community can better connect with and support these organizations.
Click below to submit your Alumni-Owned Business for inclusion in the directory!
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Airport National Golf Course
Contact
Phone: 319-848-4500
http://www.airportnationalpublicgolf.com/
Address: 3001 Wright Brothers Blvd., Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Description
Industry: Arts and Entertainment
Golf Course, Driving Range, Mini Golf Course, Indoor Simulators.
Alumni:
Name: Matt Erger
Position: Owner
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 1995
Berdo Farms
Description
Industry: Agriculture and Environmental Services
Pork, Beef, and Crop Farm.
Alumni:
Name: Rachel Berdo
Position: Owner
Program: Ag Business
Class of 2005
Boujee Picnic
Description
Industry: Other
Boujee Picnic was created through a love of creating experiences by our founder, Carissa Johnson. There is nothing like this in the Eastern Iowa area, so why not give our community this unique experience! These boho themed picnics are perfect for a romantic date night, an evening out with friends, or a night out with the kids! We encourage picnic-goers to bring their own food and beverage but leave all the other logistics and details up to us - the picnic professionals. Add-ons are available for an additional fee and upon request. Have an idea in mind, but don't see an option? We would LOVE to help you with your picnic planning, so email us at info@boujee-picnic.com!
Alumni:
Name: Carissa Johnson
Position: Founder
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 2010
Woman-Owned
Cabinet Studio and Lighting
Contact
Phone: 319-743-0985
http://www.cabinetstudioinc.com/
Address: 700 16th St. N.E., Ste. 100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Description
Industry: Retail and Consumer Goods
Cabinet studio and lighting.
Alumni:
Name: Devonna Wood
Position: Partner, Designer/Sales
Program: Interior Design
Class of 1988
Woman-Owned
Chipera Creative
Description
Industry: Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design and PR
Social Media Management. Chipera Creative provides social media services for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.
Alumni:
Name: Becky Chipera
Position: Owner
Program: Public Relations
Class of 2009
Woman-Owned
D-BAT
Description
Industry: Other
Indoor baseball and softball training facility.
Alumni:
Name: Darren Lewis
Position: Co-Owner
Program: AA
Class of 1995
Name: Casey Pauli
Position: Co-Owner
Program: AA
Class of 2004
Donohoe Homes
Description
Industry: Construction
Homebuilder.
Alumni:
Name: Bradley Donohoe
Position: Owner
Program: Business Administration
Class of NA
Dvorak Life and Health Insurance
Contact
Phone: 319-202-8610
https://www.iainsurancemike.com
Address: 3626 Coppermill Rd. N.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Description
Industry: Insurance
Life and health insurance brokerage.
Alumni:
Name: Michael Dvorak
Position: Owner
Program: Accounting
Class of 1982
EZ Cleaning Pro Inc.
Description
Industry: Other
EZ Cleaning Pro is a full-service company built by an outstanding, experienced management team. Their team provides duties that range from day porter to nightly janitorial; a few examples of these being window cleaning, pressure washing, construction clean-up, tile floor restoration and flood restoration. While hours of operation are 24/7 with a one-hour turnaround time for emergencies, you can ensure you are getting quality service.
Alumni:
Name: Zachary McDonald
Position: CEO
Program: Business Administration: Management
Class of 2021
Feedwell Kitchen & Bakery
Contact
Phone: 319-409-6905
https://www.feedwellkitchenandbakery.com/
Address: 560 Boyson Road N.E., Ste. A, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Description
Industry: Food and Beverage
Cafe and Bakery.
Alumni:
Name: Melanie Abu-Nameh
Position: Co-Owner
Program: Culinary Arts, Liberal Arts
Class of 2001
Name: Holly Ervin
Position: Co-Owner
Program: Baking & Pastry Arts
Class of 2020
Minority-Owned
Woman-Owned
Guardian Institute of Martial Arts
Contact
Phone: 319-382-8965
https://www.feedwellkitchenandbakery.com/
Address: 139 Marion Blvd., Marion, IA 52302
Description
Industry: Fitness
Martial arts school specializing in taekwondo, kumdo-Iaido, and self defense.
Alumni:
Name: Katy Sebers
Position: Owner & Instructor
Program: Nursing
Class of 2018
Name: Holly Ervin
Position: Co-Owner
Program: Baking & Pastry Arts
Class of 2020
Woman-Owned
Illuminate Digital LLC
Description
Industry: Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design and PR
Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency Specializing in Website Design and SEO. With our experience and expertise, as well as an approach that is both seamless (we know what it feels like) across platforms and digital marketing channels - you can rest assured knowing we have got this! Our services will help highlight YOUR company in Cedar Rapids or Prairie du Chien while driving traffic straight back to your website so more customers can find out about all aspects of your products/services through search engines like Google.
Alumni:
Name: Brian Stoll
Position: Owner
Program: Marketing Management
Class of 2018
Alumni Discount Offered
Jimmy's Construction
Description
Industry: Construction
Roofing, siding, fascia, and gutters.
Alumni:
Name: Laritza Quintanilla
Position: Owner
Program: Project Management Certificate
Class of 2022
Minority-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
John Beyer Photo + Video
Description
Industry: Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design and PR
Video production and photography services. Creative instruction and planning.
Alumni:
Name: John Beyer
Position: Owner
Program: Graphic Communication
Class of 2009
Alumni Discount Offered
Justin Tedford Photography
Description
Industry: Photography
Fine art and commercial photographer.
Alumni:
Name: Justin Tedford
Position: Owner
Program: Culinary Arts
Class of 2012
Veteran-Owned
Ladybug Concessions LLC
Description
Industry: Food and Beverage
Food trailer.
Alumni:
Name: Rebecca Tholen
Position: Owner
Program: Associates in Business Management
Class of 2017
Woman-Owned
Left on Thread
Description
Industry: Retail and Consumer Goods
Women's clothing boutique.
Alumni:
Name: Amanda Scherf
Position: Owner
Program: Fashion Merchandising & Design
Class of 2015
Veteran-Owned
Woman-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
Mark R. Brown Law Office
Description
Industry: Legal Services
Attorney At Law. Criminal Defense.
Alumni:
Name: Mark Brown
Position: Owner/Operator, Attorney
Program: Criminal Justice and Sociology
Class of 1985
McCormick Carpentry
Description
Industry: Construction
Construction business doing new homes, remodels, and commercial.
Alumni:
Name: Nicholas McCormick
Position: Owner
Program: Construction Technology
Class of 2001
McCreedy-Ruth Construction
Contact
Phone: 319-648-3380
http://www.mccreedyruthconstruction.com
Address: 3105 Hwy. 22 E., Riverside, IA 52327
Description
Industry: Construction
Full service design, build, residential contractor, and remodel.
Alumni:
Name: Tim Ruth
Position: Founder, Partner
Program: Construction Management
Class of 1993
Moonlight Flix
Description
Industry: Arts and Entertainment
Outdoor movie equipment rental and sales.
Alumni:
Name: Joe Riley
Position: Co-Owner
Program: AA
Class of 1993
Woman-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
Nimble Transport Enterprise LLC
Description
Industry: Travel, Transportation and Tourism
Their services let you pursue the things you want to do and lead productive lives. Nimble Transport will transport you anywhere with your comfort, safety, and convenience in mind. The company offers assistance services to and from medical appointments and more, should you or your family need it. They support a variety of individuals, including hospital patients and those with disabilities. Nimble Transport Enterprise keeps their doors open and caters to any of your needs including Outpatient Surgery Appointments, Specialty Clinic Appointments, Family Dentistry Appointments, VA Clinic Appointments, Health and Rehab (Physical Therapy) Appointments, Family Medicine Medical Appointments, and Pharmacy Visits to Pick Up Prescriptions.
Alumni:
Name: Sophoni Darius
Position: Owner
Program: Administrative Management
Class of 2017
Minority-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
Point Builders
Description
Industry: Construction
General Contractor.
Alumni:
Name: Christopher Wheeler
Position: Senior Vice President & Partner
Program: Architectural Drafting - Diploma
Class of 1987
Realty ONE Group Movement
Description
Industry: Real Estate
Real Estate Company.
Alumni:
Name: Luann Moran
Position: Owner
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 2004
Minority-Owned
Woman-Owned
Roberts Technology Solutions Inc.
Description
Industry: Technology
Started in 1999, Roberts Technology Solutions is a complete technology solution provider. RTS is 100% committed to making sure small business owners have the most reliable and professional IT service in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City Corridor. Their team of talented IT professionals can solve your IT nightmares once and for all.
Alumni:
Name: Dan Roberts
Position: Founder
Program: AAS, Computer Programming
Class of 1989
S & J Photography LLC
Description
Industry: Photography
Photography.
Alumni:
Name: Stacey Ford
Position: Owner
Program: AAS, Administrative Assistant
Class of 2005
Woman-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
Sweet Honey and Sacrifice
Description
Industry: Other
Premarital, Marriage, and Intimacy Coaching.
Alumni:
Name: Tina Crawford
Position: Founder, Owner, Coach
Program: AA
Class of 2007
Woman-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
Textures Salon
Contact
Phone: 319-351-8398
http://www.texturessalonic.com
Address: 420 First Ave. Ste. 113, Coralville, IA 52241
Description
Industry: Other
Salon.
Alumni:
Name: Cheryl McMillan
Position: Founder, Owner & Operator
Program: MA
Class of 2021
Minority-Owned
Woman-Owned
The Hangry Lady
Contact
Phone: 319-981-1515
http://www.thehangryladyia.com
Address: 1100 Third St. S.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Description
Industry: Food and Beverage
Charcuterie & Catering.
Alumni:
Name: Allie Lanham
Position: Owner
Program: Culinary Arts
Class of 2018
Woman-Owned
Town & Country Tires, Inc
Description
Industry: Automotive
Tire shop and auto repair shop with a farm service truck for large tire repair and replacement.
Alumni:
Name: Darryl Schwarz
Position: Owner
Program: Ag Marketing
Class of 1995
Minority-Owned
Travel & Transformations by Tara
Description
Industry: Travel, Transportation and Tourism
Full-service travel agency and weight loss health coach.
Alumni:
Name: Tara Brady
Position: Owner
Program: Human Services
Class of 2009
Woman-Owned
Wade's Golf & Mow, Inc
Contact
Phone: 319-668-2025
http://www.wadesgolfandmow.net
Address: 3005 225th St., Williamsburg, IA 52361
Description
Industry: Retail and Consumer Goods
Sales and service of outdoor power equipment, golf cars, and utility vehicles.
Alumni:
Name: Kyle Wade
Position: Partner
Program: Golf Course and Turfgrass Management
Class of 2004
We Run LLC
Contact
Phone: 319-626-2426 & 319-378-0795
Address: 555 Hwy. 965 S. Unit B, North Liberty, IA 52317 & 1950 Dodge Rd., Ste. 103, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Description
Industry: Retail and Consumer Goods
Retail Running Specialty Shop (shoes, apparel, gear).
Alumni:
Name: Kristine Tharp
Position: Owner
Program: AA, Elementary Education
Class of 1989
Woman-Owned
Alumni Discount Offered
West Branch Animal Clinic
Contact
Phone: 319-643-2127
http://www.westbranchanimalclinic.com
Address: 508 N. Fourth St., West Branch, IA 52358
Description
Industry: Animal Care and Veterinary Services
Mixed animal veterinary practice.
Alumni:
Name: Shawn Samuelson
Position: Owner
Program: Pre Vet
Class of 1998
Wired Production Group
Contact
Phone: 319-294-9410
http://www.wiredproductiongroup.com
Address: 2037 N. Towne Lane NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Description
Industry: Technology
Wired Production Group is a live, virtual, and hybrid event and video production company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. With a full range of capabilities from video production to event management, Wired Production Group delivers the best event services across the nation. Their talented team of event experts offers the most creative and cutting-edge solutions available, tailored uniquely for your event needs. They are here to ensure that the production of your event is smooth and stress-free, leaving you free to simply enjoy the process. From corporate events to summer concert series and beyond, Wired Production Group promises to deliver a unique and unforgettable experience every time.
Alumni:
Name: Ron Rausch
Position: Founder, President/CEO
Program: Communications Technology
Class of 1990
Inclusion in the directory is not an endorsement by Kirkwood Community College; Kirkwood has not evaluated the businesses or the products they offer. The information contained in the directory listings has been provided by the alumnus or alumna business owner(s). For more information about a business or service, please contact the company directly.