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As owner of Zest, Anthony Trapani ’17 is building on his family’s legacy while creating a welcoming space just steps from campus.

When the future of the Hotel Bethlehem was in jeopardy, Bruce Haines ’67 rallied fellow alums to save the beloved landmark and cornerstone of downtown.

Michal Ziolkowski ’04 married the perfect business partner, and the two entrepreneurs are now growing their small business model by acres.

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. 
 

Robert Lemery ’07 followed a path of apprenticeship to entrepreneurship, offering unique brews in a vibrant space.