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!
Industry: Arts and Entertainment
Golf Course, Driving Range, Mini Golf Course, Indoor Simulators.
Name: Matt Erger
Position: Owner
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 1995
Industry: Construction
Glass and mirror shop.
Name: Aaron Mulherin
Position: President
Program: Associate of Arts
Class of 2019
Industry: Other
Where you can slow down, catch your breath, and be pampered. Your experience is the number one priority. Bella Capelli Salon Suites has a very personal feel that is discrete, quiet, and comfortable. Each stylist has their own studio that is separate from one another. This unique environment allows them to focus on you and your specific needs. Experience this unique, private, one on one, professional setting!
Name: Jenay Sullivan
Position: Owner
Program: Marketing Management
Class of 2003
Industry: Agriculture and Environmental Services
Pork, Beef, and Crop Farm.
Name: Rachel Berdo
Position: Owner
Program: Ag Business
Class of 2005
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!
Name: Carissa Johnson
Position: Founder
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 2010
Industry: Health and Medical Care
Chiropractic.
Name: Christopher Bowers
Position: Owner
Program: Liberal Arts
Class of 1990
Industry: Retail and Consumer Goods
Cabinet studio and lighting.
Name: Devonna Wood
Position: Partner, Designer/Sales
Program: Interior Design
Class of 1988
Industry: Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design and PR
Social Media Management. Chipera Creative provides social media services for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.
Name: Becky Chipera
Position: Owner
Program: Public Relations
Class of 2009
Industry: Financial Services and Banking
Accounting and tax preparation services.
Name: Cindy Shipley
Position: Owner
Program: Accounting
Class of 1986
Industry: Construction
Concrete materials supplier.
Name: Chris Stebral
Position: Partner, Treasurer
Program: Architectural Drafting
Class of 1986
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.