BrightWorks Member Spotlight: Meet the Bright Minds Behind Our Spaces
At BrightWorks Coworking, our members are changemakers, creatives, and community-builders who bring energy and purpose into every corner of our spaces. This month, we’re shining a spotlight on five inspiring members who are growing their businesses, serving the community, and bringing big ideas to life from their BrightWorks offices.
Melissa Hauptman – Digestible Strategies
Melissa Hauptman is on a mission to make nutrition simpler and more accessible. As the founder of Digestible Strategies and a health coach-in-training with the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Melissa empowers individuals with the tools to navigate wellness in today’s overwhelming food landscape. When asked about the best part of BrightWorks, Melissa said:
“I love having a dedicated, energizing workspace where I can focus on building my business without distractions. The community here keeps me inspired, and the convenient location makes it easy to stay productive and motivated every day.”
Top BrightWorks Benefits for Melissa:
- Quiet, professional space for focused work
- Daily motivation from a like-minded community
- Convenient location right off the highway
- A strong boost in productivity compared to working from home
Jessi Greenlee – That’s Good Marketing
With bold branding and creative strategy at the heart of her work, Jessi Greenlee leads That’s Good Marketing as its Creative Director. Her passion lies in helping businesses find their voice and stand out through storytelling and design that actually cuts through the noise.
“BrightWorks 777 isn’t just an office – it’s where my creativity flows and my dreams take shape. The vibe here is both professional and inspiring.”
Top BrightWorks Benefits for Jessi:
- Creative, energizing environment for idea generation
- Daily inspiration from a network of fellow entrepreneurs
- A space that matches her brand’s energy and professionalism
- Reliable infrastructure to support client work and strategy
Dr. Rick Solomon – The PLAY Project
Founder of The PLAY Project, Dr. Rick Solomon is transforming the way families engage with children on the autism spectrum. From BrightWorks Forest Cove, his team trains professionals and empowers parents to build meaningful connections through play-based interventions.
“It gives us the professional environment we need for trainings, collaboration, and meetings – without the stress of managing our own office facility.”
Top BrightWorks Benefits for Dr. Rick:
- Well-equipped space for team collaboration and training
- Turnkey office management that allows him to focus on his mission
- Supportive atmosphere that aligns with his purpose-driven work
- A headquarters that enhances professionalism and efficiency
Brian Kung – Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
As a franchise owner of three Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea locations in Ann Arbor, Brian Kung knows the power of community gathering spaces. But when it comes to focusing on strategy and operations, he turns to BrightWorks for a quieter kind of productivity.
“It gives me the quiet, modern space I need to manage the business side of our cafés, while still being surrounded by an inspiring community of fellow professionals.”
Top BrightWorks Benefits for Brian:
- Calm, focused setting away from the bustle of the café
- Efficient space for administrative and strategic work
- Professional environment with a community vibe
- Balance between solitude and social connection
Caleb Marquard – Yellowstone Design & Architecture
Caleb and his team at Yellowstone joined BrightWorks in the spring, bringing their energy, creativity, and design expertise to the community. Coming from a bustling office with hundreds of people, they were looking for a place where they could focus deeply while still enjoying those spontaneous interactions that spark new ideas.
“We have a spirited group here, and as architects and designers, we came from a very open office with hundreds of people, which was pretty chaotic. Coming into this space, we can focus on our projects while still enjoying the casual collisions and chemistry that really work for us, which has been a welcome change.”
BrightWorks is both a workspace and part of Caleb’s design story. They played a key role in renovating the space, so every day they’re surrounded by their own work.
“This place also has a lot of heart and soul, and it aligns with our design vision. Our team played a key role in renovating the space, and it’s nice to come in every day surrounded by our own designs. I feel like the homey feel here really works for us, because we were working from home for a while.”
Top BrightWorks Benefits for Caleb:
- Balance of focus and connection – A place to concentrate on projects while still enjoying casual, creative interactions.
- A workspace with heart and soul – A renovated space that reflects their design vision and showcases their own work.
- Relaxing, accessible location – Forest Cove’s green surroundings, natural light, and easy interstate access make coming to work a pleasure.
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