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Growing up in Flowood, graduating from
Northwest Rankin High School and Hinds
Community College, Mike has a love for the
county he is able to call home.
Working for the state of Mississippi and as
a veteran police officer for the City of Flowood
from 1989-1998, Mike has a deep sense of pride
for the community and a heart for serving others.
This pride is something he has exuded in his
various business ventures over the years, along
with his desire to “give back.”
Mike explained, “The Pearl community has
received the restaurant extremely well and it has
been an honor to not only provide quality food but
to be able to put back into to the community.”
The restaurant provides employment to
local citizens and gives back to the community
whenever the opportunity arises. He added,
“We have had some really great kids come and
work for us. We have watched these kids grow
and develop from high school and beyond.”
As avid concert goers and community
supporters, Mike and Nanette give back to the
local Brandon amphitheater and to area schools
as well, such as Park Place Christian Academy.
Mike’s love of giving back and helping his
community is evident when he speaks of being
blessed to be in a position to partner with local
activities and groups. Community and family
mean so much to Mike and Nanette.
Due to the unprecedented Covid-19
pandemic, Mike has admitted the struggles it
has placed on many local small businesses,
including his. Businesses can only succeed with
local support. No one could predict the outcome
of such a global crisis. In an effort to combat the
pandemic, Steak ‘n Shake is providing a safe
in-person dining experience to all its customers
that will limit exposure. Keeping everyone safe
and enjoying the great food and atmosphere you
won’t find just anywhere continues to be their
top goal. For those who are still unsure
about visiting in person, Steak ‘n
Shake offers a dynamic
drive through
along with
mobile food delivery through services such
as Doordash, GrubHub, and Uber Eats.
In his spare time, Mike is an avid duck
hunter and golfer but more importantly, he is
a loyal husband, devoted father and now proud
grandfather. Together with his daughter and
Nanette’s daughter who are both 26 years old,
his life behind the scenes is full of love and
excitement with his ever-growing family.
Mike gushed, “We have three
grandchildren right now and
one more due next month.”
You could hear the excitement
in his voice as he anxiously
awaits another blessing to be
added to their family.
26 • MARCH 2021