A Storied Past. A Bright Future.


The story of Forward Corporation

95 Years of Forward Momentum

Our Businesses

A History of excellence in Michigan

Forward Convenience Stores


Known primarily for its convenience stores, Forward Corporation owns and operates 26 Shell and 3 Marathon convenience stores across Central and Northern Michigan and the Thumb.

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Subway Restaurants


Forward Corporation owns and operates more Subway restaurants than any company in the state with 60 restaurants in 16 counties.

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Forward Energy


A home energy supplier, Forward Energy offers propane, diesel, and fuel oil to homes, farms and businesses across 24 Michigan counties.

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T.R. McTAGGART


A full-service screen print/embroidery company located in Standish, Michigan primarily serving tourism destinations like resorts, souvenir shops, museums, and national parks. Kristin & Company Candles, a hand-crafted soy candle brand, is offered through T.R. McTaggart.

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Forward Conference Center & Hotels


The beautiful Quality Inn and Forward Conference Center in West Branch can accommodate up to 250 guests and offers on-site catering. Forward Corporation also owns and operates a Super 8 Motel in West Branch.

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Lumber Jack Food & Spirits


A popular tourist stop, the Lumber Jack restaurant in West Branch, Michigan takes you back to the days of logging yore with unique décor and delicious food with Lumber Jack-sized portions.

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Ideal Party Store


One of the area’s premier beer, wine, and spirits providers, Ideal Party Store of Bay City has been providing great service and selection since its founding in 1934. Forward Corp. also owns and operates Shamrock Dairy Bar, which is adjacent to the Johnson St Ideal location.

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Forward Convenience Stores


Known primarily for its convenience stores, Forward Corp owns and operates 26 Shell and 3 Marathon convenience stores across Central and Northern Michigan and The Thumb.

Visit Website

Subway Restaurants


One of the largest Subway franchisees in the state, Forward owns and operates nearly 60 Subways in 16 counties.

View Locations

Forward Energy


A home energy supplier, Forward Energy offers propane, diesel, and fuel oil to homes, farms and businesses across 24 Michigan counties.

Visit Website

T.R. McTAGGART


A full-service screen print/embroidery company located in Standish, Michigan primarily serving tourism destinations like resorts, souvenir shops, museums, and national parks. Kristin & Company Candles, a hand-crafted soy candle brand, is offered through T.R. McTaggart.

Visit Website

Forward Conference Center & Hotels


The beautiful Quality Inn and Forward Conference Center in West Branch can accommodate up to 250 guests and offers on-site catering. Forward Corporation also owns and operates a Super 8 Motel in West Branch.

Visit Forward Conference Center
Visit Quality Inn
Visit Super 8 West Branch

LumberJack Food & Spirits


A popular tourist stop, the LumberJack restaurant in West Branch, Michigan takes you back to the days of logging yore with unique décor and delicious food with LumberJack-sized portions.

Visit Website

Ideal Party Store


One of the area’s premier beer, wine, and spirits providers, Ideal Party Store of Bay City has been providing great service and selection since its founding in 1934. Forward Corp. also owns and operates Shamrock Dairy Bar, which is adjacent to the Johnson St Ideal location.

Visit Website