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Mo Taylor ’02 turned grit, heart, and hard work into a restaurant empire serving up comfort food, community, and a whole lot of pierogies.

Todd Hough ’98 put his Lehigh marketing degree to work to create the award-winning Outlaw Brewing in Montana, which he co-owns with his wife, Nicole ’98.

At the suggestion of his high school sweetheart, John Butkus ’80 continued a 50-year tradition by taking ownership of their favorite local tavern.

Stella Buckley ’22 turned a side hustle into an ice cream business with customers indulging at weddings, football tailgates, and her own store.

Ron Stoloff ’80 has brought a taste of the South to Bostonians for 30 years as a co-owner of Blue Ribbon Barbecue.

Mike Scarlata ’96 credits his Lehigh education for giving him the tools to start a successful craft brewery that sells beer in six states. 
 

Elizabeth Ortiz '25 Ph.D. balances media literacy education with running Cactus Blue, a popular restaurant, embodying the power of community, education, and entrepreneurship.

Aliza Bodzin ’22 founded Bodzin Pet Travel Solutions to help pet owners navigate the complexities of traveling or relocating with their pets, offering personalized, expert services.

Erin Talgo ’14 transitioned from corporate buying to founding Erin Talgo Trading, a sustainable rug business centered on quality and philanthropy.

Manraj Matharu’s journey has taken him from Lehigh to success in two businesses – with a few life-changing and impactful stops to help school kids in Uganda.