Alumni Business Directory

All Alumni Businesses

Shane Kavanagh Public Relations - Shane Kavanagh '99
With more than 15 years working in public relations firms providing strategic communications for more than 50 clients, Shane Kavanagh has broad experience in media, government and community relations, as well as crisis management and event planning. The dynamic array of businesses and organizations that Shane has represented has afforded him with a deep trove […] Read more
(, New York)

Sign*A*Rama North Olmsted - Paul Lange '79
Sign*A*Rama North Olmsted provides custom signage and large format digital printing solutions for businesses, organizations, cities, schools, churches and individuals. Large or small, temporary or permanent, indoors or outside, lit or unlit we will help you find the right solution for your signage needs. Our products include: all types of banners, sail signs & flags; […] Read more
(North Olmsted, OH)

Sir William Productions - Bill Myers 2010
Sir William Productions is a full service photography and videography company specializing in lifestyle photography as well as commercial and lifestyle video production. Read more
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Sirak-Brockett Agency - Joseph Salem '95
I’ve worked in the Financial Services industry since 1995. Currently, I am focused on helping individual and small business clients find the proper financial balance. So many Americans are following the advice of the financial media without knowing how that advice fits into their overall plans and are therefore, out of balance. My job is […] Read more
(Mayfield Village, OH)

Skoda Minotti - Gregory Skoda, CPA '78
Skoda Minotti is a national business advisory firm dedicated to helping our wide range of clients grow and achieve financial success. Our unique family of services includes accounting, tax, financial, information technology, professional staffing, risk, marketing, valuation and litigation and wealth management. Skoda Minotti has won the Inc. 5000 award 13 times, more than any […] Read more
(Mayfield Village, OH)

Skylight Financial Group/MassMutual* - Tim Farley '07
Skylight Financial Group is headquartered in Cleveland, and has offices across northern Ohio, Columbus and West Virginia. Our goal is to help you reach your financial objectives by using our comprehensive financial planning process and coordinating with your other financial advisors. Skylight Financial Group is a general agency of Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (MassMutual) […] Read more
(Cleveland, OH)

Sloat Family Real Estate Investments LLC - Gregory Sloat 2012
Sloat Family Real Estate Investments offers a complete portfolio of commercial real estate services including commercial real estate development, property management, and asset management. We specialize in commercial, industrial, and retail properties. Read more
(Eastlake, Ohio)

Sloboda Smith Accounting Services - Nicole Sloboda 2000
Since 2000, Nicole Smith has been doing accounting for individuals, for-profit businesses, and nonprofits. Her experience brings peace of mind, enabling you to focus on what’s most important: running your business. Read more
(Monroeville, PA)

Smith Counseling Centres - Richard H. Smith M.A. 1966
Private, psychotherapy facility dealing with substance abuse/relationship issues for individuals and families in both Read more
(Berkley, Michigan)

Smith Marshall, LLP - Eric Smearman '90
Smith Marshall, LLP specializes in civil litigation, mostly representing insurance companies and their insureds. The firm also assists small- to medium-size businesses with their legal issues, including formation, employment concerns and real estate matters. Another focus of the practice is helping individuals and families with their estate plans and real estate issues. Read more
(Middleburg Heights, OH)

Smitten Boutique - Kirstin (Feast) Martin 1999
Smitten is a special occasions boutique with a focus on weddings, babies, paper and home items. We have a custom invitation studio where we design and produce amazing wedding invitations, holiday cards, baby announcements and social stationery (some are even available for design and purchase directly through our website)! If you are looking for a […] Read more
(Chicago, IL)

Southport Hound - Elizabeth (Spirk) Doorhy 2007
Southport Hound designs and manufactures high quality dog collars and leashes that feature original patterns and signature solid brass hardware. Each product is proudly made in Chicago with a portion of all proceeds donated to select 501(c)3 charitable organizations. Read more
(Chicago, IL)

SpinVista - Jeffrey M Staats 2005
We are SpinVista – A “get it done” marketing shop Unlike many agencies out there, it’s our perspective that sets us apart – we blend an agency approach with a seasoned marketing mindset. We are able to quickly assess a situation and proactively dive in. We are a different marketing firm because, unlike many agencies, […] Read more
(Twinsburg, OH)

Sponsor Burst - Lawrence Jaeger 1984
Sponsor Burst is a sports and entertainment advertising agency. Sponsor Burst is the largest sponsorship and advertising agency for high school sports athletics in the country. The powerful Sponsor Burst SaaS platform uses AI and predictive analysis to connects brands and venues. Additionally, Sponsor Burst is the exclusive sponsorship agency for Cedar Fair, Inc and […] Read more
(Strongsville, Ohio)

St. John Funeral Home - Charles St. John '59
Family business, celebrating 100 years of service in the funeral industry throughout the Cleveland area. The business began on the eastside of Cleveland, moved to the southeast suburb of Bedford, and will be opening our second funeral home in Bainbridge Township in the late summer/ early fall. We provide traditional funeral services, cremations and pre-planning […] Read more
(Bedford, OH)

Stella & Dot- Independent Stylits - Melanie Watts 2002
Stella & Dot, one of Inc 500s fastest growing companies, is a San Francisco based social selling company that creates flexible,entrepreneurial opportunities for women by offering its line of boutique style accessories exclusively through Independent Stylists. Our irresistible and affordable jewelry line is created by our New York based design team, coveted by celebrities and […] Read more
(Cave Creek, Arizona)

Stella & Dot, Independent Stylist* - Nicole (Ferrara) Hazen '00
Stella and Dot, an Inc. 500 Fastest-Growing Company, is a San Francisco based social selling company that creates flexible entrepreneurial opportunities for women. Our boutique-style jewelry and accessories line is available exclusively through in-home Trunk Shows with Independent Stylists and online. This celebrity-coveted line has been featured in top fashion magazines such as Vogue, InStyle, […] Read more
(Westwood, MA)

STEM Smarter, Inc. - Renea Gombos '08
Our company was founded by educators and STEM professionals that are experts in their fields. At STEM Smarter, we offer tutoring in all subjects and grade levels with a specialization in STEM courses. Tutoring is also available for adults looking to advance or change their careers, or even just to explore new fields before deciding […] Read more
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Sten’s Stride Rite - Ronald G. Sten '68
Small group of children’s shoes established in 1971. Read more
(Pittsburgh, PA)



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