Jodi van Haren is the founder and sole owner of Advantage Mechanical-Refrigeration (AMR), a full-service commercial HVACR and plumbing contractor headquartered in Cedar Springs, Michigan. Now in its 24th year, AMR employs over 50 people across Michigan and Florida.
Jodi began her career in the mechanical trades and construction industry in 1989, with entrepreneurship being one of her key goals. At just 22 years old, she launched the first of three businesses she has owned and operated. AMR is a certified MBE and WBE, a former SBA 8(a) business, and has earned recognition as Michigan’s Best Small Business of the Year. Additionally, AMR was named the SBA 8(a) Michigan 8(a) Graduate of the Year for 2024. Outside of work, Jodi enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering for various organizations in need of assistance.
