Every great comeback story originates from an obstacle or a challenge. An event that wasn’t expected. Or a tragedy that alters your perspective. But in these moments when the future feels uncertain,...
Member stories / Giving Back / Lake Trust News
Anew Life Prosthetics and Orthotics: Taking a New Path Forward
Strength. Courage. Endurance. These motivating principles guide the patients at Peak Physical Therapy on their path to recovery. The story of this Brighton, Michigan business started because one...
Kevin and Nick are the owners of Tapped Coffee, a coffee delivery service with corporate customers throughout the state. Tapped prides itself on a flagship nitro cold brew coffee blend that is...
Member stories / Small Business / Lake Trust News
Proxie: Empowering A New Generation Of Entrepreneurs
Autumn is the owner and founder of Proxie, an entrepreneurship consulting organization based in Detroit. Her organization provides technical assistance and coaching to Black women...
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. Bao, or baozi, is a steamed bun with a fluffy, pillowy texture....
Ne’Gyle B. knows that a good outfit can set the tone for your entire day. The color, cut, style, pattern, and material of your clothing can help express who you are as an individual. And when you...
Foundation / Member stories / Be Yourself / Scholarships / Lake Trust News
LaToya’s Story: From Scholarship Recipient To Recent Graduate
When each of us has power, we all have power. To pursue our dreams. And inspire others to follow their dreams too. LaToya W., a 2019 Lake Trust Foundation scholarship recipient, found her power as a...
Member stories / Be Yourself / community partners / Small Business / Lake Trust News
Brewed For Success: The Brighton Coffeehouse Story
It’s a sunny afternoon and the warmth in the air follows you when you enter the brick building. A Frank Sinatra tune fills the room and familiar faces greet you by name. As you wait in anticipation...
Member stories / Small Business / Lake Trust News
The Ride to Creating A Well-Loved Business At Hometown Bicycles
In an old roller rink on the outskirts of downtown Brighton, Michigan, walls splashed with vibrant colors and bike-themed gifts welcome bicycle enthusiasts. Most people who walk through the door are...
There’s nothing more refreshing than the feeling of being home at the end of a long day. It’s this sentiment of comfort and personalization that Adam and Drew, co-owners of Momentum Construction,...