Michigan Business Network

Recording Date: September 23, 2025 Location: Capital Region International Airport (LAN) Mike McFall - Co-Founder and Co-CEO at BIGGBY® COFFEE Born and raised in Michigan, Mike McFall’s journey with BIGGBY® COFFEE began in 1996 when he took a job as a minimum-wage barista at the original store in East Lansing. Fast forward to today, and Mike is now co-CEO alongside his business partner Bob Fish, having grown BIGGBY® COFFEE into a thriving brand with over 400 locations in 13 states, primarily midwest. Under Mike’s leadership, BIGGBY® COFFEE continues to expand rapidly, serving tens of thousands of cups of coffee each day while fostering a culture rooted in purpose, people, and community. In addition to his role at BIGGBY, Mike is the author of Grind and Grow — two books that provide practical guidance for entrepreneurs at different stages of their journey. Grind focuses on establishing positive cash flow and building a strong foundation for early-stage businesses, while Grow dives into leadership developmen