Jesse Maracle, owner of Maracle Man’s, a popular food spot built on drive, vision, and a hunger for something better. Jesse opened his business 15 years ago at just 22 years old, after making a bold decision to leave architecture school and pursue entrepreneurship.
At the time, Jesse was pumping gas and constantly found himself frustrated with the lack of good food options on the road usually limited to hot dogs and chips. That sparked an idea: someone needed to offer better food. He soon heard about a seven-week business plan course, applied for grants, and took the leap. With support from programs like Two Rivers, especially for the building he operates in today, Jesse quickly brought his vision to life.
Starting young and facing doubts from others, Jesse stayed focused. “People told me the food business wouldn’t work, that it was too hard to succeed,” he recalls. “But I didn’t let the negativity stop me. I believed in myself and just kept pushing.”
Today, Maracle Man’s stands as a testament to what’s possible when you trust your gut, tune out the noise, and put in the work.
“If you believe and work hard, you will be successful.”
