Jeffrey Mosher talks with Andrew Chmielewski, Benevolent Oompah Loompah Overlord of one of Michigan 50 Companies to Watch in 2018, Dave's Sweet Tooth of Harrison Twp, MI
Dave’s Sweet Tooth, Harrison Township
Dave’s Sweet Tooth manufactures and distributes a variety of high quality almond toffee products, based on the recipe of a retired Detroit firefighter. Unlike traditional English toffee, Dave’s toffee is softer and does not stick to your teeth, making it more appealing to both sophisticated and amateur snackers alike. With 5 different varieties, there are plenty of options for the sweet lover in your life.
Founded in a home kitchen in 2011, Dave’s is now sold mainly in grocery retailers such as Whole Foods, Kroger, Meijer, and other high end independent stores nationwide. Recently, sales have grown to include non-grocery type outlets including Bed Bath & Beyond, TJ Maxx, Williams Sonoma and a variety of airport and hotel gift shops, as well as direct to consumer online at www.davessweettooth.com. The company also specializes in corporate gifts, fundraising projects, wedding favors, and continues to private label products for a variety of companies across the state.
After appearances on both Good Morning America and The Today Show, the business’s sales increased dramatically and landed the company’s founder, Andrew, on the Forbes 30 under 30 list in 2017.
Dave’s Sweet Tooth is proud to be a Michigan Made product with a focus on using local ingredients whenever possible. The staff is a tight knit team that prides themselves on making the best product on the market. This combination has helped to push Dave’s Sweet Tooth into the national spotlight and will remain a core focus of the company as it moves into the future.
Andrew Chmielewski, Benevolent Oompah Loompah Overlord
Founded in 2011, current leadership since 2011
Primary business: Toffee manufacturing and sales
Sites in Michigan: 1
Full time equivalent employees in 2017: 22
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