Classmates open Illinois-centric tap house
Two members of the Class of 2003 have opened the Lodi Tap House in Maple Park, Ill., with the idea of paying homage to Illinois. They offer a rotating selection of Illinois craft beer on tap and Illinois wines, as well as craft cocktails made with Illinois spirits
Lucas Goucher and Harris Harris grew up in Geneva, Ill., and now both live in Maple Park and serve on the village board. The two, who met at Augustana, had worked together on a number of real estate deals.
Goucher majored in finance and management. He is a vice president and commercial banking officer at First Midwest Bank, Maple Park, Ill.
Harris majored in economics. He is the sales and marketing director at Bruce Harris & Associates, Maple Park, Ill.