Alumni-Owned Business Directory

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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.

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Airport National Golf Course

Airport National Golf Course Logo

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

Berdo Farms Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-461-1248

NA

Address: No storefront

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

Boujee Picnic Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-540-0696

http://www.boujee-picnic.com/

Address: No storefront

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

Cabinet Studio and Lighting Logo

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

Chipera Creative Logo

Contact

Phone: 000-000-0000

http://www.chiperacreative.com

Address: No storefront

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

D-BAT Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-409-9000

http://www.dbatmarion.com

Address: 1783 Red Fox Way, Marion, IA 52302

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

Donohoe Homes Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-241-4958

http://www.donohoehomes.com

Address: No storefront

Description

Industry: Construction

Homebuilder.


Alumni:

Name: Bradley Donohoe

Position: Owner

Program: Business Administration

Class of NA

Dvorak Life and Health Insurance

Dvorak Life and Health Insurance Logo

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.

EZ Cleaning Pro Inc. Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-777-1260

http://www.ezcleaningpro.com

Address: No storefront

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

Feedwell Kitchen & Bakery Logo

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

Guardian Institute of Martial Arts Logo

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

Illuminate Digital LLC Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-310-4648

http://www.illuminatedigital.net

Address: No storefront

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

Jimmy's Construction Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-383-4039

https://www.bit.ly/JimmysConstruction

Address: No storefront

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

John Beyer Photo + Video Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-321-8883

http://www.jbeyer.com

Address: No storefront

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

Justin Tedford Photography Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-654-4221

http://www.tedfordphoto.com

Address: No storefront

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

Ladybug Concessions LLC Logo

Contact

Phone: 563-889-0212

NA

Address: No storefront

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

Left on Thread Logo

Contact

Phone: 000-000-0000

http://www.leftonthread.com

Address: 2056 N. Halstead St., Chicago, IL 60614

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

Mark R. Brown Law Office Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-329-8022

http://www.attymarkbrown.com

Address: 425 Second St. S.E., Ste. 700, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

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

McCormick Carpentry Logo

Contact

Phone: 563-663-2235

https://www.bit.ly/McCormickCarpentry

Address: No storefront

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

McCreedy-Ruth Construction Logo

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

Moonlight Flix Logo

Contact

Phone: 563-579-1477

http://www.moonlightflix.com

Address: No storefront

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

Nimble Transport Enterprise LLC Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-249-4088

http://www.nimbletransportenterprise.com/

Address: No storefront

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

Point Builders Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-364-5053

http://www.pointbuilders.com

Address: 4900 Bowling St. S.W. #100, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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

Realty ONE Group Movement Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-243-3425

http://www.rogmovement.com

Address: 100 E. Second St., Ste. 206, Cedar Falls, IA 50613

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.

Roberts Technology Solutions Inc. Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-364-3004

http://www.robertstechs.com

Address: 871 Shaver Rd. N.E., Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

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

S & J Photography LLC Logo

Contact

Phone: 563-331-1042

NA

Address: No storefront

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

Sweet Honey and Sacrifice Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-853-3663

http://www.sweethoneycoaching.com

Address: No storefront

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

Textures Salon Logo

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

The Hangry Lady Logo

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

Town & Country Tires, Inc Logo

Contact

Phone: 563-785-6699

NA

Address: 2326 Yankee Ave., Durant, IA 52747

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

Travel & Transformations by Tara Logo

Contact

Phone: 952-452-0057

http://www.tbtbrady.com

Address: No storefront

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

Wade's Golf & Mow, Inc Logo

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

We Run LLC Logo

Contact

Phone: 319-626-2426 & 319-378-0795

http://www.werunllc.com

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

West Branch Animal Clinic Logo

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

Wired Production Group Logo

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.