Keepin’ It Simple: Family RC Thrives on Fun

Family RC has survived 13 years by leaning into what big-box and online sellers cannot easily replace: a hands-on community, a welcoming atmosphere, and the chance to actually use what you buy. In an environment where margins matter, and Amazon looms in the background, Tim Vallad and his daughter, Melissa Burdo, have built a shop in Clinton Township, Michigan, that feels less like a retail store and more like a clubhouse for hobbyists.

If that’s too long, try this: A father-daughter team shows why Family RC is so much more than the store name.