In this episode of House of Hammers, hosts Aaron Babicz ’93 and Chris Okoye ’14 sit down with Anthony Tomey ’99 — former Catholic Central and Eastern Michigan baseball standout, Detroit Tigers minor leaguer, and now co-founder of The Tomey Group, a powerhouse in hospitality and entrepreneurship.

Anthony shares his journey, reflecting on lessons in leadership, humility, and teamwork that have shaped his business philosophy. From growing one Jimmy John’s franchise into a thriving network of restaurants and ventures like 8 Mile Vodka, Born in Detroit Apparel, and Cedar Oaks Lakeside Resort, Anthony discusses what it means to lead from the ground up — being present, serving others, and staying rooted in faith and gratitude.

This is a conversation about building people before profits, staying hungry through success, and never forgetting where you came from. 🛠️

In the debut episode of House of Hammers, hosts Aaron Babicz ’93 and Chris Okoye ’14 set the tone for what this podcast is all about — mindset, faith, and the hard work of building a strong foundation. They share the story behind House of Hammers, what it means to focus on “roots, not fruit,” and how perseverance, humility, and servant leadership shape true success.

Join Aaron and Chris as they reflect on their own journeys, discuss the purpose of the show, and invite listeners to grab their hammers and start building something that lasts. 🛠️