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Lake Trust member stories

Lake Trust members are individuals, families, business owners, entrepreneurs, and community advocates just like you. Read more about how members across Michigan are making an impact and sharing their success.

Amy and Spencer, the owners of Brighton Coffeehouse and Theater, sit on a couch in front of a wood wall
Every person takes a different journey on the road to success. Through these inspiring member stories, you can learn more about how people like you found their power. How they overcame their fears of chasing a dream. Set a goal. And accomplished more than they ever imagined. All while enhancing their financial wellbeing. Through their stories, we hope you find the inspiration you need to find success in your own story.
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Old Western Market

Cathy S. and Richard N. are on a mission to bring back Old Western Market, a historic shopping venue, to their Detroit neighborhood.

Marcus Leslie smiling standing in a kitchen.

Mr. Leslie's Cheesecakes

As the owner and head baker of Mr. Leslie’s Cheesecakes, Marcus helps spread happiness throughout the Lansing community with his decadent desserts that are as beautiful as they are delicious.

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Jessie's Story

Meet Jessie, a business member and the owner of The Hayes Institute.

Work Skills

Work Skills Corporation has a life-changing impact on those they serve. Supporting people of all abilities on their path to independence.

Allen Neighborhood Center

Allen Neighborhood Center

In the economically diverse Eastside neighborhood in Lansing, Allen Neighborhood Center seeks to forge connections and create bonds between neighbors.

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Craig's Coffee

Fresh-roasted in Midtown Detroit, Craig’s Coffee’s beans are roasted in-house and prioritizes supporting local businesses and community connection.

Sandy and Doug standing in their restaurant, Freya.

Freya

James Beard semi-finalists, Sandy and Doug, embrace the power of community at Freya Detroit.

Georgia sitting at her kitchen table with two freshly baked loaves of bread.

Georgia

Proud mother and grandmother from Okemos, Michigan and long-time Lake Trust member at the Okemos relationship center.

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Sylvia's Sudsery

The heart of Sylvia’s Sudsery, LLC of Lansing is to create an accepting and inclusive space that supports others on their self-care journey.

Maya, owner of Jib Bob, standing in front of her restaurant

Jib-Bob

Meet Maya, the owner of Jib-Bob Korean Restaurant in Mt. Pleasant and a Lake Trust business member. She is a Korean immigrant who knows the power of feeling accepted in a community.

Amy and Spencer, Owners of Brighton Coffeehouse, hugging and smiling

Brighton Coffeehouse

Meet Amy and Spencer, the mother-son team that empowers the mission of Brighton Coffeehouse and Theater. They believe building a business starts with building relationships.

Nicole, a Lake Trust business member and owner of More Love Collective, beads a bracelet with another woman

More Love Collective

Nicole is the founder of More Love Collective, a small business based in Grand Haven that sells beaded bracelets for a greater purpose. 

Ne'Gyle, a Lake Trust business member, stands in front of his store ,Bleu Bowtique, in Detroit

Bleu Bowtique

It’s the feeling of individuality that Ne’Gyle tries to help each of his customers discover at Bleu Bowtique, his men’s fashion store, in Midtown Detroit.

Michael, a Lake Trust member, sits at a desk and looks at a laptop

Michael's Story

Meet Michael, a therapist from Ann Arbor, who is dedicated to helping individuals recover from addiction. By reflecting on his past, he's helping people start a new chapter in life.

Brian, a Lake Trust business member who owns Bao Boys, stands in front of his food truck with his wife

Bao Boys

Brian K. and Steven C. started Bao Boys, a popular food truck in York Yard, to share their love of food with the Ann Arbor community.

Corey, a Lake Trust member, sits at a desk, laughing

Corey's Story

From financing his wife's engagement ring to starting his own business, Corey's journey has revolved around family, community, and possibilities.

Lake Trust members, Chris and Kim, in their office in Detroit.

Anew Life Prosthetics and Orthotics

Chris and Kim built a business in Downtown Detroit to help limb loss survivors find a positive outlook on life after amputation.

Amy, a Lake Trust business member, stand in front of a sign that says 'Peak Physical Therapy'

Peak Physical Therapy

Amy felt empowered to make a change in her industry and opened her own business to make sure people in her community got the help they needed during recovery.

Colton, a Lake Trust business member and owner of Hometown Plumbing, stands in front of a house with his family and dog

Hometown Plumbing

Meet Colton. He is a personal and business banking member from Hastings who owns Hometown Plumbing Services, a full-service plumbing company with a unique community-focused mission.

Autumn, a Lake Trust business member and the owner of Proxie, sits on a grey and green couch

Proxie

As the owner and founder of Proxie, a consulting company, Autumn provides technical assistance and coaching to business owners. With a heart for teaching, she's empowering entrepreneurs to gain confidence and find success.

Kadence, a Lake Trust member, hugs a woman in front of a white SUV

Kadence's Story

Choosing her own path forward was a big deal for Kadence. She values her independence, especially as someone with more responsibilities than the average teenager. A Lake Trust auto loan gave her the freedom to find a car that fits her lifestyle and transportation needs.

LaToya, a 2019 Lake Trust Foundation scholarship recipient, stand in front of a Cleary University sign in her graduation gown

Michigan Impact Scholarship Recipient

LaToya W., a 2019 Lake Trust Foundation scholarship recipient, found her power as a teacher. This scholarship was created to encourage entrepreneurship and economic growth within Michigan.

Kevin and Nick, Lake Trust business members who own Tapped Coffee, sit on a couch in front of a wood wall

Tapped Coffee

Kevin and Nick share their love of nitro cold brew as the owners of Tapped Coffee, a coffee delivery service with corporate customers throughout the state.

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