CEO M EMBER B USINESS D IRECTORY
PUBLISHED
SPRING 2012
www.c-e-o.org 3105 North Ashland Avenue, Suite 228 | Chicago, Illinois 60657 | (ph) 773-360-8426 | ceo@c-e-o.org
T ABLE OF C ONTENTS MEMBER BUSINESSES
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*Alphabetical order by business name.
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This is a directory to highlight businesses of CEO student members and alumni. CEO has no interest in any of the companies listed, nor is CEO responsible for any actions of the companies listed.
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Adoption Services of the Caribbean Founder Sarah Santiago University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of PR at Mayaguez Adoption services www.adopcionpr.com Click here.
Ahkeo Ventures Founder Brent Skoda University Company Description Website
Texas Christian University Holding company of entrepreneurial endeavors www.ahkeo.com
Aqua Oasis Farms Founder Brent Wheeler University Company Description Website Contact Information
Oklahoma State University Aquaponic farm www.aquaoasisfarms.com Click here.
Asfalis Med Founders Travis Beaulieu & Joel Florek University Company Description Website Contact Information
Michigan Technological University Online medical record platform www.asfalismed.com Click here.
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Atlas Properties Founder Adam Blake University Company Description Website
Texas Christian University Full-service real estate www.atlasprops.com
Audacis LLC Founders Ryan Linares & Kyle Amicucci University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Tampa Private equity group www.audacisinnovations.com Click here.
Auditrax LLC Founder Josh Fuhr University Company Description Website Contact Information
Davenport University Procure-to-pay recovery auditing www.auditrax.com Click here.
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Back 2 Basics Kids Foundation Founder John Miller III University Company Description Website Contact Information
Georgia State University Educational and athletic programs for inner-city youth www.b2bkids.org Click here.
Bamboo Apparel Founder Seth Gold University Company Description Website Contact Information
High Point University Eco-friendly apparel www.bamboogivesback.com Click here.
BestCampusBars.com Founder Tyler Salem University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Central Florida Online bar and event locator www.BestCampusBars.com Click here.
BetterBoo
Founder Nick Chmura University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Tampa Online gift giving service www.betterboo.com Click here.
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Big Arm Sports
Founder Michael Hendricks University Company Description Website Contact Information
Fresno City College Online retail nutrition store www.bigarmsports.com Click here.
Big Fish Presentations Founder Kenny Nguyen University Company Description Website Contact Information
Louisiana State University Personalized presentation and storytelling services www.bigfishpresentations.com Click here.
Birdcage Bridal
Founder Melissa Larson University Company Description Website Contact Information
Luther College Retailer of used wedding merchandise www.birdcagebridal.com Click here.
Bored Student Records Founder Jason Baudendistel University Company Description Website Contact Information
Southern Illinois University–Carbondale Online music distributor www.myspace.com/boredstudentrocks Click here.
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Brainy Labs LLC
Founder Nicholas Stoeckle University Company Description Website Contact Information
Florida State University Mobile app development firm www.mywordio.com Click here.
BrandYourself Founder Patrick Ambron University Company Description Website
Syracuse University Online personal brand management www.brandyourself.com
Bright Idea Solutions Founder Fash Fadaei University Company Description Website Contact Information
Oklahoma State University IT solutions for small businesses www.1bright1.com Click here.
Buckle Blocker
Founders Alex Cotton & Collin Veele University Company Description Website Contact Information
Michigan Technological University Safety product www.buckleblocker.com Click here. 7
Budget Beast
Founders Derek Stearns & Keith Fix University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Nebraska at Omaha Assist universities groups with fundraising by selling deals www.budgetbeast.com Click here.
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Carr’s Cords Founder Chandler Carr University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Mississippi Paracord products www.carrscords.com Click here.
Cauble Cosmetology LLC Founder Michael Cauble University Company Description Website Contact Information
Johnson County Community College Health, wellness & beauty www.caublecosmetology.com Click here.
College Cardboard Founder Cole Chapman University Company Description Website Contact Information
Baylor University Sells cardboard to students cheaper www.collegecardboard.com Click here.
College Dogs
Founder Justin Nothem University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Hot dog cart www.collegedogsfranchise.com Click here.
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CollegeVeteran.com Founder Paul Szoldra University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Tampa Service to help military members into the college environment www.collegeveteran.com Click here.
Colorado Safety Works Founder Alma Jackson University Company Description Website Contact Information
Colorado Mesa University Cushion for heavy equipment operators www.impactsafetyproducts.com Click here.
Crumbs by Elle
Founder Gabrielle McBay University Company Description Website Contact Information
Texas Christian University Baked goods retailer www.crumbsbyelle.com Click here.
CulturEDU Founder Henry Schwartz University Company Description Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Cultural education app Click here.
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DailyMav Founders Derek Stearns & Keith Fix University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Nebraska at Omaha Coupon site www.dailymav.com Click here.
Dalton Fleischman International (DFI) Founders Jake Fleischman & Harley Dalton University Company Description Contact Information
Syracuse University Talent management website Click here.
Delta REP Founder Chris Miller University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Nebraska at Omaha Real estate management company www.deltarep.com Click here.
Dessert Cup Delivery, LLC Founders Abbie Murphy, Ali Murphy & Robyn Finster University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Subscription based dessert delivery service www.DessertCupDelivery.com Click here.
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Dorm Fridges
Founder Richard Leake University Company Description Contact Information
Luther College Leases fridges Click here.
Duran's Motors
Founders Kevin Duran & Carlos Duran University Company Description Contact Information
University of Texas at El Paso Used car dealership Click here.
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El Colegio Taco Founders Marisela Hamm, Dante Delt & Pheng Vue University Company Description Website Contact Information
Fresno City College Taco card www.elcolegio.com Click here.
Energy Express Founder Richard Hernandez University Company Description Website Contact Information
Texas State University Healthy snacks and energy drink retailer to students Click here. Click here.
Environmental Cleaning Solutions S.A. (ECSSA) Founder Edouard Carrie University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Tampa Haiti's leading recycling plant that purchases, bundles and sells recyclable plastics, scrap metal and paper http://ecssahaiti.com/web/ Click here.
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Feet on Fire Founders Jamie Lahiere University Company Description
Texas State, San Marcos Dance studio
Flor All Brides Founder Whitney Crist University Company Description Contact Information
Michigan Technological University One-stop bridal store Click here.
Franchise Interviews Founder Martin J. McDermott University Company Description Website Contact Information
Kaplan University Weekly franchise radio show for a behind-the-scenes look at franchising www.FranchiseInterviews.com Click here.
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Go Topless Glassware Founders Cody Henke & Chris Perkins University Company Description Website Contact Information
Iowa State University Repurpose glass wine/liquor bottles into drinking glasses www.gotoplessglassware.com Click here.
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Harrison J. Lloyd Marketing & Design Founder Harrison Lloyd University Company Description Website Contact Information
Louisiana State University Online Marketing www.HarrisonJlloyd.com Click here.
Hollick Imports Founder Anthony Hollick University Company Description Contact Information
University of Central Florida Buy and sell vehicles Click here.
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Inspire Green Inc. Founders Morgan Morris, Kayla Manzi, Paul Dorfeld, Jenna Zinno & Lauren Sheridan
University Company Description Website Contact Information
Bryant University Sells reusable filtered and customizable water bottles www.inspiregreeninc.com Click here.
Intelligent Spray Foam Insulation LLC Founders Daniel Kurtin & Caleb Branham University Company Description Contact Information
Texas State University–San Marcos Home insulation that saves 30-50% on energy costs Click here.
IQUARA LTD. Founder Vishal Vinayak University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Pittsburgh Software development www.IQUARA.com Click here.
It's a Snap
Founder Alexandra McCoy University Company Description Contact Information
St. Mary's University Women’s shoes with convertible heels Click here.
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J&J Customized Walls Founder Jamie & Dave Schulte University Company Description Website Contact Information
North Iowa Area Community College Exterior insulation finishing systems www.facebook.com/jjcustomizedwalls Click here.
Jaguar Arts Founder Joel Ponce University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of South Alabama University of South Alabama memorabilia and keepsakes www.jaguararts.com Click here.
Jake Allee Founder Jake Allee University Company Description Website Contact Information
Colorado Mesa University Fine ceramic art www.jakeallee.com Click here.
James De Baca Photography Founder James DeBaca University Company Description Website Contact Information
Fresno City College Photography www.debacaphoto.weebly.com Click here.
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JNZ Lighting Founders Zach Klein, Nick Mosher, James Ayres University Company Description Website Contact Information
Quincy University Provides custom LED lighting to homeowners and contractors http://jnzlighting.webs.com Click here.
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Kayleigh's Photography Studio Founder Kayleigh White University Company Description Website Contact Information
Michigan Technological University Specialize in family, senior, wedding, sport and event photography www.kayleighsphotography.com Click here.
Knotty-Outdoors Founder Cassie Meyer University Company Description Website
Bradley University Hunting apparel catered towards women www.Knotty-Outdoors.com
KWALK Enterprise Founder Kwame Walker University Company Description Contact Information
University of Central Florida Self-development and success speakers Click here.
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Livney+Partners Founder Jeff Livney University Company Description Website Contact Information
Texas Christian University Interactive brand marketing livneypartners.com Click here.
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Mac Bros. Founders Shaun McKeehan, Dan Fink, Andy, Aude & Austin Kadulski University Company Description Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Sells refurbished Macbooks at a PC price Click here.
Medical Scribe Company Founder Phil Michaels University Company Description Contact Information
University of Tampa Medical scribe Click here.
MLS Books & Videos Founder Melissa Steinle University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Nebraska at Omaha Online book retailer Click here. Click here.
Moolaguides.com Founder David Russell University Company Description Website Contact Information
Florida State University Buy and sell class notes online www.moolaguides.com Click here.
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Mosaic
Founder Jeremy Greenwald University Company Description Contact Information
University of Pittsburgh Online social network for the entertainment industry Click here.
MrEcomusic Founder Brett Edwards University Company Description Website Contact Information
Cal Poly Environmental rap superhero www.MrEcoMusic.com Click here.
Muncie Tutors Founder Kaitlyn Caraway University Company Description Website Contact Information
Ball State University Tutoring service www.muncietutors.com Click here.
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NewAperio Founders Logan Legler & Evan Cordell University Company Description Website Contact Information
Louisiana State University & Tulane University Web and mobile app development www.newaperio.com Click here.
New Nine Media
Founder John-Paul Paonessa University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Illinois at Chicago High-end websites, social media, email and text message marketing, application development www.newnine.com Click here.
NineaPair.com
Founder Raymond Troy University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Missouri Online sunglasses retailer www.nineapair.com Click here.
No Flaws Publishing Company Founder Dante Delt University Company Description Website Contact Information
Fresno City College Music publishing company www.reverbnation.com Click here.
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North Shore Solutions Founder Matthew Turcotte University Company Description Website Contact Information
Clarkson University Web solutions www.northshoresolutions.com Click here.
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Paid to Play Media Founder Shawn Morey University Company Description Website Contact Information
Woodbury University Nightlife, event, and entertainment production www.paidtoplaymedia.com Click here.
Parallel, GAME:TIME Founders Matt Kamp & Joshua Johnson University Company Description Contact Information
University of Missouri Mobile game application Click here.
PartiePoche Founder Jillian Jaccard University Company Description Website Contact Information
Loyola Marymount University Female clothing accessory www.partiepoche.com Click here.
Passion and Desserts Founder Elizabeth Hoak University Company Description Contact Information
Genesee Community College Cake decorating Click here.
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PaxTunz
Founder Paxton Hall University Company Description Website Contact Information
Champlain College On campus ski and snowboard tune up shop www.paxtunz.com Click here.
Peer2Connect Founder Sara Amiri University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater International academic network www.peer2connect.com Click here.
Pineapple Papers Founders Luke Otteson & Abi Otteson University Company Description Website Contact Information
Texas Christian University Printable papers, wedding, birthday templates www.pineapplepapers.com Click here.
Prestige Scrap and Metal LLC Founder Daniel Kurtin & Caleb Branham University Company Description Website Contact Information
Texas State University Metal scrap recycling and processing www.prestigescrapmetal.com Click here.
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Proud Precision Painters Founder Robert N Traub, Jr. University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee Residential painting contractors www.proudprecisionpainters.com Click here.
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R&R Sealcoating Founders Zach Hill & Nick Reinart University Company Description Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Driveway repair Click here.
Rescue Pet Accessories Founder Carolyn Rulong University Company Description Contact Information
University of Pittsburgh Pet accessories made from recycled materials, giving back to animal rescue efforts Click here.
Rockupied LLC Founders Joshua Johnson, Dave Oster & Matt Kamp University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Missouri Mobile game development www.rockupied.com Click here.
Roommatefit Founder Justin Mares University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Pittsburgh Online roommate matching platform www.roommatefit.com Click here.
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ScoutPro Founder Michael Koenig University Company Description Website Contact Information
Iowa State University Agricultural apps www.scoutpro.org Click here.
Secrecyone.com Founders Grant Luther, Mark Luther & Phil Gawron University Company Description Website Contact Information
Illinois State University Internet Privacy service which is provided through encryption application www.secrecyone.com Click here.
Simplee Social Founder Devon Jordan University Company Description Website Contact Information
California State University–Fullerton Social consulting www.simpleesocial.com Click here.
Sonny Diesburg Music Founder Sonny Diesburg University Company Description Website Contact Information
North Iowa Area Community College Music performing services Click here. Click here.
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Soul.in
Founder Trinh Nghiem University Company Description Contact Information
California State University– Fullerton Social enterprise to create jobs for disabled people Click here.
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Talon Mobile LLC Founders Trent Infield & Thomas Gorczynski University Company Description Website Contact Information
Miami University Student lead web agency www.talonmobile.com Click here.
TangĂźis Founder Robin Singhvi University Company Description Website Contact Information
Willamette University Clothing and accessories Click here. Click here.
TargetClick Marketing Founder Therese Kuster University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Northern Iowa Online marketing www.targetclickmarketing.com Click here.
Tattoo's by Sin Savory Founder Cynthia "Sin" Savory University Company Description Website Contact Information
Fresno City College Independent contractor – tattoo, art, make-up Click here. Click here.
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Taz Solutions Founder Michael Tasner University Company Description Website
Bradley University Web design, strategy, marketing, coaching & consulting www.tazsol.com
The Barista Cafe
Founder Alexandre Andrade University Company Description Contact Information
Iowa State University Campus food truck Click here.
The Black Sheep Founder Tyler Sailsbery University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Restaurant in Whitewater, WI www.eatatblacksheep.com Click here.
The Cyber Hotspot Founder Andrea De La Torre University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Houston Coffee and dessert shop, Best Desserts
In Houston
www.thecyberhotspot.com Click here.
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The Juliet Collective Founder Jesus Valdez University Company Description Website Contact Information
Mississippi State University Custom guitar pedals www.thejulietcollective.com Click here.
TheKollection.com Founder Brian Lovin University Company Description Website Contact Information
Baylor University Music distribution website www.TheKollection.com Click here.
Thirsty Clothing Inc. Founder Michael Fitzpatrick University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Sells t-shirts on college campuses www.thirstyclothing.com Click here.
Tie the Knot PR & Event Founder Christine DeCoudreaux University Company Description Contact Information
Iowa State University All-inclusive PR & event management service Click here.
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Tilco (The Intuitive Learning Company) Founder Alexi Yaxi Yang University Company Description Website Contact Information
DePaul University Shower learner experience www.tilcoweb.com Click here.
Toppers Pizza Founder Derek Henze University Company Description
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Pizza chain franchisee
Toro Mita S.A. Founders Guillermo Velilla & Ignacio Ferres University Company Description Contact Information
Texas Christian University Livestock business, cattle raising Click here.
TOL SODA Co. (Twist O' Luck Soda) Founder Hannah Hupp University Company Description Website Contact Information
Saint Mary's College of Notre Dame Bottled soda Click here. Click here.
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Umbrella Lending Founder Brandon Danaher University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Missouri Peer-to-peer lending online www.umbrellalending.co Click here.
Under30CEO Founder Matt Wilson University Company Description Website Contact Information
Bryant University Entrepreneurial media platform www.under30ceo.com Click here.
Unigrocery Founders Rio Gongora & Erik Omliebo University Company Description Website Contact Information
St. Louis University Online grocery delivery for college students www.unigrocery.com Click here.
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Value Computers LLC Founder Kirk Henry University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of Wisconsin–Whitewater Computer repair www.valuecomputersllc.com Click here.
Van Arsdale Photography Founder Tyler Van Arsdale University Company Description Website Contact Information
Oklahoma State University 360 degree photos of houses, online tours of homes www.vanarsdalephoto.com Click here.
Virante Founder Ryan Allis University Company Description Website Contact Information
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Web-based marketing www.virante.com Click here.
Vyral Marketing Founder Frank Klesitz University Company Description Website
University of Nebraska at Omaha Video blog marketing service www.getvyral.com
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W Solutions Group Founder Eve Hillerman University Company Description Website Contact Information
Rollins College Manufacturing www.WsolutionsGroup.com Click here.
WallStreet Founders Kenneth Borg & Nicholas Brucculeri University Company Description Website Contact Information
Cal State Fresno Clothing distribution www.wallstreet1929.com Click here.
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Yoga at Circle S Ranch Founders Michael Cauble & Mary Cronemeyer University Company Description Website Contact Information
Johnson County Community College Yoga studio/retreat Click here. Click here.
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B USINESS I NDEX Adoption Services of the Caribbean Ahkeo Ventures Aqua Oasis Farms Asfalis Med Atlas Properties Audacis LLC Auditrax LLC Back 2 Basics Kids Foundation Bamboo Apparel BestcampusBars.com Betterboo.com Big Arm Sports Big Fish Presentations Birdcage Bridal LLC Bored Student Records Brainy Labs LLC BrandYourself.com Bright Idea Solutions Buckle Blocker Budget Beast Business Name Carr's Cords Cauble Cosmetology LLC Chaotic Ink College Cardboard College Dogs CollegeVeteran.com Colorado Safety Works Crumbs by Elle CulturEDU DailyMav Dalton Fleischman International Delta Rep Dessert Cup Delivery, LLC Dorm Fridges Duran's Motors El Colegio Taco Energy Express Environmental Cleaning Solutions S.A. (ECSSA) Feet on Fire Flor All Brides Franchise Interviews
Go Topless Glassware Harrison J. Lloyd Marketing & Design Hollick Imports Inspire Green Inc. Intelligent Spray Foam Insulation LLC IQUARA LTD. It's a Snap (Convertible Heels) J&J Customized Walls Jaguar Arts Jake Allee James De Baca Photography JNZ Lighting Kayleigh's Photography Studio Knotty-Outdoors KWALK Enterprise
Livney+Partners Mac Bros. Medical Scribe Company MLS Books & Videos Moolaguides.com Mosaic MrEcomusic Muncie Tutors NewAperio NineaPair.com New Nine Media No Flaws Publishing Company None listed North Shore Solutions Paid to Play Media Parallel, GAME:TIME PartiePoche Passion and Desserts PaxTunz Peer 2 Connect Pineapple Papers Prestige Scrap and Metal LLC Proud Precision Painters
R&R Sealcoating Rescue Pet Accessories Rockupied LLC Roommatefit ScoutPro Secrecyone.com Simplee Social Sonny Diesburg Music Soul.in Talon Mobile LLC Tang端is TargetClick Marketing Tattoo's by Sin Savory Taz Solutions The Barista Cafe The Black Sheep The Cyber Hotspot The Juliet Collective TheKollection.com Thirsty Clothing Inc. Tie the Knot PR & Event Tilco (The Intuitive Learning Company) Toppers Pizza (Franchisee) Toro Mita S.A. TOL SODA Co. (Twist O' Luck Soda) Umbrella Lending Under30CEO Unigrocery Value Computers LLC Van Arsdale Photography Virante Vyral Marketing W Solutions Group WallStreet Yoga at Circle S Ranch
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