Shasta Fase & Cory Delong

Owners

Contact: oldworldolivepress@gmail.com

Shasta Fase and Cory DeLong launched Old World Olive Co. in 2009 after discovering their passion for gourmet olive oils and balsamics in Tuscany. Their stores in Michigan offer a curated selection of the world’s finest flavors. Join us to explore exceptional culinary delights. Discover more about our gourmet offerings and visit our stores to experience the exceptional taste for yourself. For more information, contact us today!

Brook Jacobs

Marketing Manager & Events Coordinator

Contact: Brookjacobs231@gmail.com

Brook oversees our locations in Plymouth, Grand Rapids, and Rockford, specializing in email marketing, website management, event coordination, and communications.

Originally from Big Rapids and a proud Ferris State University alumna, Brook’s favorite products are the Tuscan Herb olive oil and Ripe Peach balsamic.

Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, traveling, exploring new restaurants in West Michigan, and wedding photography. For wholesale or marketing event inquiries, feel free to reach out to Brook directly!

Colin Schwartz

Grand Rapids Monroe Center & Downtown Market Store Manager

Meet Colin, our new manager overseeing both the Grand Rapids Monroe Center and Downtown Market locations. Colin loves spending time outdoors, whether it's bird watching or star gazing. At home, he enjoys hanging out with his animals — including his two corgis and cats.

Colin’s top picks from Old World Olive are the Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar and the Meyer Lemon Olive Oil. And when it comes to steak, Colin says, “Nothing beats steak with black garlic!”

Alyssa Widmer

Plymouth Store Manager

Contact: alyssaowoc@gmail.com

Meet Alyssa, the manager of our Plymouth location. She enjoys traveling, watching movies, and trying new foods and places to eat.

Alyssa’s top picks from Old World Olive are Garlic olive oil and Watermelon Rose balsamic vinegar.

Jade Jansma

Co Manager at Old World Olive Co., Rockford

Contact: (734) 667-2755

Meet Jade, the assistant manager of our Rockford location. She is a Rockford local, who enjoys reading, traveling, and hiking.

Her favorite olive oil is Milanese Gremolata, and her favorite balsamic vinegar is 18 Year Traditional.