Meet Colin Stroud

MEET COLIN STROUD

Just two years after graduating from Ave Maria University in 2022, Colin Stroud has launched an entrepreneurial venture that's capturing attention across the business world. Based in Toledo, Ohio, Colin founded Go Somewhere, a business that helps high-earning entrepreneurs strategically optimize their credit card rewards programs to fund luxury travel experiences while saving substantial amounts in the process. What began as a passion project has blossomed into a full-time enterprise since November 2024, and Colin's expertise is resonating with audiences far beyond his initial network.

Colin's accomplishments in the financial and travel space have been remarkable. He has become the largest credit card points account on LinkedIn, recently crossing the impressive milestone of 34,000 followers who engage with his insights daily. This growing influence caught the attention of Singapore Airlines, who sponsored him to experience firsthand one of aviation's most demanding routes: the 19-plus-hour flight from New York to Singapore in business class. "It was awesome," Colin reflects on the experience, which stands as a testament to the credibility he's built in his field.

Beyond his professional achievements, Colin has prioritized what matters most: faith and family. He is happily married to Anne Marie Schlueter and together they are raising two beautiful daughters, ages 4 and 1. As an active member of his parish in Maumee, Ohio, Colin is committed to leading his young family in the Catholic Faith and living out the values that Ave Maria instilled in him during his time on campus.

Colin's journey from Ave Maria graduate to innovative entrepreneur and devoted family man exemplifies how our alumni are making meaningful contributions to their communities and industries. We're proud to see him thriving professionally while staying grounded in his faith and family.