A sweet devotion
Anthony’s story
Anthony Schwager’s parents saw their son’s future clouded in uncertainty. It wasn’t until Anthony took it upon himself to discover a love of bees that he was able to forge his own path.
Finding a passion
What started as an idea for a fun hobby has led Anthony Schwager and his family on a remarkable journey.
Longtime dream becomes thriving business
Terri Schwager lived with fears about her son’s future. Because of birth trauma, her boy, Anthony, was born with a developmental disability - he had global developmental delay with epilepsy. “As a parent, I know that I worried a lot when he was younger,” Terri Schwager said. “What is he going to do? What kind of job is he going to get, knowing the limitations that are facing him?”
Beekeeper, son, inspiration
Tony and Terri Schwager discuss how their initial concerns over Anthony's future have given way to pride in his success.
Spotlight on Anthony
Anthony Schwager has been the focus of national attention because of his success in the honey business.
- Fortune: A honey hobby becomes a buzzing business
Fortune Small Business Magazine sent a reporter to profile Anthony, his family and their business. - Business Week: Cultivating Biz Whizzes
In 2005, Anthony's business skills were mentioned in a Business Week article on teen entrepreneurship. - National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship
In 2005, Anthony was awarded the Daniel Treanor Memorial Award by the NFTE.
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mondojeepin (anonymous) says…
Great story... Congrats Anthony on all of your success so far! I had Mr. Schwager (Tony) as a teacher in high school... he was a great teacher and person, and I'm sure his son is much the same way.
leadstone (anonymous) says…
Meade, Anyone?
sabrina (anonymous) says…
Your bee's honey is wonderful, you have a gift. Thanks to parents who believe in the creative spirits of their children, and the children who are lit with a passion to create. We can learn so much from you Anthony!
Irish (Leslie Swearingen) says…
leadstone, here is the instructions for making mead. I always wanted to have an apiary.
It is really great that Anthony is doing this. Anyone is lucky to make a living doing what they love.
I have a feeling I am going to be buying something from their store.
http://www.oldwestbrew.com/basic_mead...