Modernizing and Expanding Business | McLain’s Bakery

BY Craft to Crumb Staff
PUBLISHED ON June 17, 2025

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Mollie Lothman and Jeff Hirleman, co-owners of McLain’s Bakery, share what led to their expansion from one bakery to six additional locations.

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