Local Black entrepreneurs are looking to connect with the community through their different ventures and create safe spaces for other Black residents in Bowling Green (BG). Here are four Black entrepreneurs with businesses located in Bowling Green.
Grub Guys
Located in the bustling streets of downtown Bowling Green, Larry Johnson and his business partner Mike Drane serve hearty meals made with fresh ingredients. Johnson worked in the food service industry for 30 years and was inspired to bring his own twist on home-cooked meals. His experience and dream of being a chef led to the creation of Grub Guys.
To learn more about Grub Guys, please visit this link.
De’Ante Shivers
A Bowling Green State University (BGSU) alumnus, De’Ante Shivers, created TriggaMeals in 2016, inspired by the passing of his mother. Shivers grew up in Detroit with his brother Darryl, taught by his mother to give back to others whenever he could. Through TriggaMeals, Shivers has been able to connect with the BGSU community on a deeper level. TriggaMeals is available at Ziggys Bar in downtown Bowling Green.
To learn more about Shivers and TriggaMeals, please visit this link.
Doriece Sanders
A third-year student at BGSU, Doriece Sanders, started her own hair business, ‘StyledByRiece’, to help Black students take care of their hair upkeep and needs. Sanders first got this idea after noticing the lack of Black hair salons in Bowling Green, so she took matters into her own hands. Sanders has worked in local businesses such as All in One Beauty Shack, located on Wooster Street.
To learn more about Sanders and StyledByRiece, please follow this link.
Damare Johnson
BG’s first Black barbershop owner, Damare Johnson, opened Beyond Blends Hair Studio in 2020, after realizing his dream in eighth grade and continuously pursuing a career in hair care. Johnson feels connected to his craft and wants to give confidence to those who come into his shop through haircuts.
To learn more about Johnson and Beyond Blends Hair Studio, please follow this link.
Highlighting four local Black business owners – BG Falcon Media
