Founders : Jewish Community

Two brothers with complementary strengths and common goals are celebrating their 35th year in business together — all at the same location.

Gary and Richard Astrein are partners in Astrein Creative Jewelry on Maple in downtown Birmingham. "We've been here for so long that we're now serving a second generation," says Richard. "We're selling engagement and wedding rings to our customers' kids."

Questions with Richard and Gary Astrein

Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions is one of the Midwest's largest locally owned and operated commercial real estate organizations. Friedman represents banks, special services, institutions, property owners, national and regional retailers, and commercial tenants in every size range. 

Questions with David Friedman

Michael Zwick is the president of Assets International, an asset recovery company based in Southfield.

Questions with Michael Zwick

Janak Mehta is the founder of PR Easy, a public relations and marketing firm based in Livonia.

Questions with Janak Mehta

Charlie Rothstein is the senior managing director and co-founder of Beringea, Michigan's largest venture capital firm.

Questions with Charlie Rothstein

Lynne Schreiber is the founder of Your People, a public relations firm based in Southfield.

Questions with Lynne Schrieber

Marla Shapiro and Carra Stoller opened Ecology in downtown Birmingham to provide a natural and sustainable option in the cosmetic, skin-care world.

Questions with Marla Shapiro and Carra Stoller