From Family Recipe To Grocery Store Shelves

From Humble Origins

From humble origins in his family’s kitchen – acquiring raw materials as Christmas gifts – Ethan Holmes built his brand of all-natural applesauce through sweat equity and persistence.

About Us

At the age of 15, Shaker Heights, Ohio native Ethan Holmes launched Holmes Made Foods LLC with his grandfather’s applesauce recipe and ambitious dreams of entrepreneurial success.

Over the past 10+ years, Holmes has diligently grown his operations and distribution by leveraging his personal network, pitching his product at every opportunity, and listening to the advice of business mentors.

Along the way, Holmes and his company have won a number of entrepreneur pitch competitions, earning capital infusions to fuel business growth.