Barbara J. Schmidtman, PhD

Name Barbara J. Schmidtman, PhD Company/Organization Spectrum Health Lakeland What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Health Care Age 39 Accomplishments Michiana Forty Under 40, Class of 2018 Leo Soorus Leadership Award – Spectrum Health, 2019 American Cancer Society,
Doug Wall

Name Doug Wall Company/Organization Edward Jones What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Financial advising and planning Age 38 Accomplishments Soar to Success award Prospecting award Eagle Community Service award Frank Finnegan Achievement Award TNT Award Former teacher and
Sarah Brittin

Name Sarah Brittin Company/Organization Pizza Transit What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We are a 2nd generation pizzeria specializing in creative, hand-tossed pizzas. Age 39 Accomplishments We have won Best Pizza in Leader Publication’s Best of the Best
Nate Springer

Name Nate Springer Company/Organization Honor Credit Union What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We are a financial institution that provides our members and the communities we serve with solutions for their financial success. Age 30 Accomplishments Professional: Completed
Devon Floor

Name Devon Floor Company/Organization Integrity Real Estate Professionals ERA Powered What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We are a full service real estate company located in Niles. Age 25 Accomplishments 2021 Leader Publications Reader’s Choice Contest-Best Realtor in
Shanyn Day

Name Shanyn Day Company/Organization Transient Artisan Ales What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Brewery Age 35 Accomplishments This is a tough/broad question – I like to acknowledge all sorts of accomplishments. A great release day at the brewery
Jonny Reinhardt

Name Jonny Reinhardt Company/Organization Mid-West Family What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We serve the community and help businesses grow by informing our audiences through our network of radio stations, websites, social media and events. We create engaging
Alex Gallert

Name Alex Gallert Company/Organization Alex’s Veggies What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Family-owned & operated, Alex’s Veggies has been growing farm-fresh produce for the community for over 65 years. Our goal is to provide a variety of high-quality
Tim Dyer

Name Tim Dyer Company/Organization United Federal Credit Union What Does Your Company/Organization Do? United Federal Credit Union is a St. Joseph-based, community-oriented financial institution. We provide creative and effective solutions to help our members reach their financial
Dashuna M. Robinson

Name Dashuna M. Robinson Company/Organization Benton Harbor Area Schools/ Michigan Department of Health and Human Services What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Benton Harbor Area Schools works to educate and empower students and the Benton Harbor community. The
Kady Williams

Name Kady Williams Company/Organization Aisle Rocket What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Aisle Rocket is a strategy-driven marketing agency that uses compelling data to target and acquire the best customers for our clients. Age 35 Accomplishments Volunteered for
Matt Malone

Name Matt Malone Company/Organization Mid-West Family – WSJM, Inc. What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Content creation, business development, marketing and an entertainment medium. Age 34 going on 94 Accomplishments I’ve been able to help bring awareness to
Alex Grumbine

Name Alex Grumbine Company/Organization United Federal Credit Union What Does Your Company/Organization Do? United Federal Credit Union is one of the most trusted financial institutions which values community and believes in serving individual financial needs. We have
Cody Railsback

Name Cody Railsback Company/Organization The RISE What Does Your Company/Organization Do? We are a multi-sport indoor sports facility that trains athletes to get better and achieve new levels of success at their sport. Age 34 Accomplishments 4
Dr. Andrae Townsel

Name Dr. Andrae Townsel Company/Organization Benton Harbor Area Schools What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Education Age 37 Accomplishments One of the youngest Superintendents in the state and nationally. What else do you hope to accomplish by the
Kate Ott

Name Kate Ott Company/Organization Church Marketing University What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Church Marketing University is designed to help churches reach their city in a way that saves time, builds teams, and grows budgets. The goal is
Mackenzie Kastl

Name Mackenzie Kastl Company/Organization Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton Harbor What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Out-of-school-time youth development and life skills program for ages 6-18. Age 33 Accomplishments Boys & Girls Clubs of America Advanced Leadership
Maureen Stroud

Name Maureen Stroud Company/Organization Shinka Sustainability Consultants What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Shinka Sustainability Consultants is a guide for your sustainability journey. We work with you to define your ESG strategy, understand your carbon footprint, or identify
Afiya Latham

Name Afiya Latham Company/Organization Express Employment Professionals – Southwest Michigan What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Express Employment Professionals is a staffing company that provides job opportunities in the light industrial, administrative and professional fields. Age 36 Accomplishments
Stephanie Weimer Liska

Name Stephanie Weimer Liska Company/Organization Entergy – Palisades Power Plant What Does Your Company/Organization Do? Entergy owns and operates the Palisades Power Plant in Covert Township, Michigan. The plant produces safe, clean, and reliable electricity to power