From 40 to forever: Ed Lowe’s dream
This year marks a huge milestone for the Edward Lowe Foundation. On Sept. 3, 2025, we will celebrate 40 years of “championing the entrepreneurial spirit.”
John Anders of Levare and Anders Construction
John Anders discusses the evolution of Anders Construction, his Louisiana-based commercial diving and marine services business. Anders says that programs co-hosted by the Edward Lowe Foundation and Louisiana Economic Development have helped him innovate and create new jobs. Case in point: Levare, Anders’ new company, provides a more efficient and effective system to repair structural pilings on aging infrastructure.
Travis Stoliker: Rocking chair reflections
“It was the first time I had deliberately disconnected from all electronic distractions for three full days,” says Travis Stoliker of his Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) retreat.
Embracing organizational change
Our organization has always been relatively stable. Many employees have been with the Edward Lowe Foundation for more than 20 years — some for more than 30. So, I intuitively knew that our workforce was graying, but…
Three filters for leading through adversity
Confronting adversity, whether in the business realm or our personal lives, can enable individuals to reach deep within themselves and make important discoveries…
Prescribed burn update 2024
As part of the Edward Lowe Foundation’s conservation mission, we’ve been restoring areas of Big Rock Valley (BRV), our 2,000-acre campus in southwest Michigan, back to native landscapes…
Creative Studio Promotions and Technology
Ann Vidro and Menda Wright are co-founders of Creative Studio Promotions & Technology, which provides customized promotional merchandise and online employee stores. Based in Grand Rapids, Creative Studio has received numerous accolades, including being named the 2021 Distributor Entrepreneurs of the Year by the Advertising Specialty Institute and making the Inc. 5,000 list for eight consecutive years.
Flamm Pickle: Relishing a new role
Since joining Flamm Pickle and Packing Co., Dorothy Munao has been able to double the company’s production to 12 million pounds of pickle relish per year.
Outlook on Leadership with Cynthia Kay
Authenticity and transparency are important leadership skills, says Cynthia Kay, founder of CK and Co. Media Production in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “This isn’t rocket science,” she says. “It’s being who you really are in the workplace… being willing to be open and share with employees — and that means the good, the bad and the ugly.”
Cherie Hebert
Cherie Hebert is a seasoned marketing strategist and founder of BBR Creative, a women-owned, WBENC-certified advertising, design and marketing firm based in Lafayette, Louisiana. Established in 1997, BBR specializes in branding, integrated marketing campaigns and digital marketing for B2C brands, with a focus on healthcare, home and lifestyle, food and beverage and financial services. Cherie’s leadership has helped BBR win…