Bodhi Seed Yoga

Bodhi Seed Yoga

Before taking over ownership of Bodhi Seed Yoga in 2020, Daniel Carpenter was a yoga instructor at the studio in Mount Clemens. Today, he runs the studio and continues to teach a variety of classes. In addition to in-person and online yoga classes, Bodhi Seed Yoga offers massage therapy, reiki, pilates, facial massages, and red light therapy. Daniel invites beginners and seasoned yogis to check out the studio and learn how consistent practice can positively impact physical and mental health.

Troy City Fitness

Troy City Fitness

Andre Kzirian’s passion for health and wellness is what led him to open Troy City Fitness.  The facility looks at getting in shape and staying in shape wholistically, incorporating accountability, daily nutrition, and lifestyle coaching. Members are given a personalized plan that addresses their goals and obstacles that affected their ability to stay consistent in the past. Andre and his team invite beginners and athletes to join Troy City Fitness for help reaching their goals!

Botany Birmingham

Botany Birmingham

Plant expert Jake Janowitz runs Botany Birmingham, a specialty plant shop that offers rare indoor houseplants and plantscaping services. They cater to plant enthusiasts with a variety of unique plants and expert guidance for plant care. You can spot Botany Birmingham in local farmers markets during the warmer months, but they also host a climate controlled showroom where customers can explore their curated plant collections. Botany Birmingham emphasizes creating lush, green spaces both at home and in commercial settings.

Motor City Gas

Motor City Gas

Rich Lockwood is the co-owner of Motor City Gas Whiskey Distillery, a small-batch distillery in downtown Royal Oak. The business has distilled 90 different varieties since its inception in 2015, and currently offers 10 to 20 at its tasting room. The business even has its own farm to grow the grain. Look for Motor City Gas Sweating Bullets bourbon at your local liquor store. It’s Motor City Gas’s first retail product, distributed through Great Lakes Wine & Spirits.

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Savvy Sliders

Savvy Sliders

Mark Wolok, vice president of business development for Savvy Sliders, stopped by to tell us about the Savvy Sliders menu, which includes nine different sliders, plus chicken fingers, fries, cheesy curds and onion rings. Wolok said workers consistently tell customers, “See you tomorrow,” because they know they’ll be back for more. Savvy Sliders has 39 Michigan locations, including Farmington, Farmington Hills, Troy, Sterling Heights, Rochester and Auburn Hills.

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