̨ÍåSwag is proud to recognize our alumni owned businesses. We encourage you to shop alumni businesses and discover the products and services offered by fellow ̨ÍåSwag graduates. If you have a business that you would like to offer on the site, please contact us today.
Alumni Businesses
- — Christen Lawicki ‘12: A custom baking business creating cakes and sweet treats for celebrations and special occasions.
- — Julie Berger '11: A home bakery specializing in made-to-order cakes and cookies, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and keto options.
- — Rob Shafer ‘09: A craft brewery creating and serving a variety of locally produced beers.
- — Allison (Cuzzacrea) Keitz '16: A floral design business creating beautiful, personalized arrangements for weddings, events, and everyday occasions.
- — Kay Leach ‘15: A creative lifestyle brand offering mystical, artistic, and nature-inspired goods and experiences.
- — Katherine Kempa Winters ‘06: An Etsy shop offering botanical-themed artwork and carries prints of original hand drawn illustrations.
- — Kim Pagano '08: A lifestyle platform sharing inspiration and ideas for creating a simpler, more intentional, and enjoyable everyday life.
- — Stefan Foster '19: An independent publishing imprint service providing field guides, publications, photographs, printed manuals, and pictorial prints.
- — Mia (Dominick) Reger '17: A floral business creating fresh, artistic flower arrangements and bouquets.
- — Taylor M. Heald '18 and Alicia Malik ‘12: A multidisciplinary Buffalo arts space combining a tattoo studio, fine-art gallery, and community-centered creative programming.
- — Crystal Carey Norris '04: A photography business capturing people, families, milestones, and special moment.
- — Sean Burfeind ‘12 ‘13: A handcrafted metalworking business creating functional and artistic pieces through traditional ironwork and fabrication.
- — Liam Murphy ‘01: An artist and creative studio producing original artwork and visual pieces.
- — Daniel Predmore '96: An art business specializing in custom-designed and crafted products tailored to individual customers and projects.
- — Lindsey Hall ‘06: An art business creating colorful, joyful artwork and handmade pieces designed to bring creativity and personality into everyday spaces.
- — Rosemary Boctor 2006: A creative studio producing original art and design work with an emphasis on distinctive, handcrafted visual expression.
- — Tyler & Miranda Kirchmeyer ‘12: A design and sign company creating custom signage, graphics, and visual branding for businesses, organizations, and individuals.
- — Scott Jablonka, DPT ‘07, ‘09: A performance-focused physical therapy practice.
- — Melinda Collins, DO '06: A rheumatology practice focused on compassionate care.
- — Michael Geraci, Jr., MD, PT ’79: A medical practice specializing in spine, sports, and musculoskeletal care.
- — Fran McDonald, DPT ’82: A physical therapy practice providing individualized rehabilitation and movement-focused care.
- — Brandon Siwy '16: A chiropractic and wellness practice focused on improving mobility.
- — Sue Falsone ‘96: An educational organization providing advanced training and resources focused on human movement, rehabilitation, and performance.
- — Jess Jenney '07, '09: A physical therapy practice focused on personalized rehabilitation and movement.
- — Dr. Adair White-Johnson '86: An independent publishing venture focused on bringing books and written works to readers while supporting authors and storytelling.
- — Jamie Kolbert ‘15: An Etsy shop offering bookish gifts and literary-inspired products for readers and lovers of literature.
- — Adam DeRose '07: An independent bookseller focused on connecting young readers with creative themed books.
- — Phylicia Dove '15: An educational program teaching the foundations of costume design, helping students develop creative and practical skills for designing characters and garments.
- — Anthony Dicembre ’05 & Benjamin Robinson ‘02: A music company and creative project centered on producing, sharing, and supporting original music.
- — Yolanda J. Fonville 2013: A private family entertainment venue offering VR, gaming, karaoke, and party experiences in Buffalo.
- — Phylicia Dove '15: A multi-award Winning global fashion brand and boutique celebrating culture through vibrant fabrics, clothing, accessories, and distinctive style.
- — Karen Sharp-Price '90: A career coaching practice helping professionals navigate job searches, career transitions, workplace challenges, and professional growth.
- — Jaime Erskine-Pettit ’00 and Brian Pettit ’99: A nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and teens who recently lost a sibling or parent with various forms of community and social support.