How brothers Alvin & Calvin Waters bring culture and hustle to Randy’s Donuts

On the latest episode of The Roadmap, we sit down with Alvin and Calvin Waters, two entrepreneurial brothers whose career paths have taken them from the music industry to the fashion world and now to the iconic Randy’s Donuts franchise. In a conversation filled with energy and real-world insight, the Waters brothers break down how their background in culture, creativity, and hustle prepared them for business ownership and why Atlanta was the perfect market for their brand of community-focused entrepreneurship.

Calvin and Alvin Waters are no strangers to leadership and entrepreneurship. With backgrounds in business and a passion for people, the brothers decided to diversify their careers by franchising Randy’s Donuts, a beloved West Coast brand with a massive following. They launched the first Atlanta location in Midtown and are actively planning additional stores across the metro area.

“We wanted to bring something iconic to the city... Randy’s isn’t just a donut—it’s a brand with a story, and that aligns with how we do business.” – Alvin Waters

The interview highlighted how the Waters brothers actively apply leadership skills and operational discipline in the food and beverage space. Calvin emphasized that their actions have always centered around people. He noted that, whether they are matching candidates with positions or serving a glazed twist, their commitment is to provide excellent service.

“Everything we’ve done, from staffing to Randy’s, is about making people a priority. That’s who we are.” – Calvin Waters

Lee Heisman noted the visual impact of the store’s branding and how Alvin and Calvin have infused personality and cultural relevance into the experience. Whether it’s how employees greet customers or how the shop presents itself on social media, the Waters brothers emphasized the importance of consistency in their community presence.

Their ambition doesn’t stop at one location. The brothers are thinking ahead to expansion, creating community-centered experiences, and staying close to the customer. Their business mindset is as much about personal growth as it is about profitability.

“You don’t have to be an expert in everything,” Calvin said. “But you have to know how to build the right team and stay humble enough to keep learning.”