Kari Jo Stefanski

Kari Jo is currently the ambassador chair for 2019-2020. She is a Sales and Leasing Consultant at Feeny Ford of Grayling; Helping to find the perfect vehicle for you.If you want to find a car. You   don’t have to go far. You can find it fast at Feeny! Feeny makes car buying Fun!!! "

 I love my Alpine Village Gaylord Community.  I am proud to be part of the welcome committee as an Ambassador to all new organizations and businesses in our great Alpine Village.  Being part of   this community and supporting each other is important to all of our successes and future growth together.  If I haven’t got to know you yet, I look forward to meeting you soon!

Leanna Suchey

Business Development Manager for SERVPRO of Gaylord & Cheboygan. "I work with Insurance Agents, Insurance Adjusters and other businesses and make sure our company is on top of mind for them if they should ever suffer a property damage such as a fire or water damage, or are in need of any of our cleaning services or mold mitigation.  I hold my Property and Casualty  Insurance License which has helped me in relation to claim situations." 

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "I’m passionate about the business community and seeing it continue to thrive and want to  be involved with this growth!"

Tiffany McDonald

Assistant Branch Manager, mBank

Tiffany is the Assistant Branch Manger at mBank and has been with the company for one year. She enjoys working with customers to find the best banking products and services to fit their needs. Tiffany noted that althought she's grown up in Gaylord, there is still a lot she doesn't know.

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "I became an ambassador because it has allowed me to get more involved with our community, and learn more about everything we have to offer. Being an ambassador allows me to watch Gaylord grow with a different look on things, I am so excited to be a part of such a growing and inspiring community!"

Mary Bickley

PMP Personnel Services as a Senior Account Executive

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "I Love people and being a Chamber Ambassador allows me to connect with our Ambassadors and many people in the Community, Celebrating Business Anniversaries and the Opening of new Businesses in the area is most gratifying . BAH, Connecting Women Events... there is so much to do and we are all so fortunate to live here!"

Angela Jewett

Operations Manager, Family Plumbing & Heating

I was born and raised in Gaylord, Michigan and worked for my dads company Family Plumbing and Heating part time while I was a senior in high school.

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "To help around the community and support local businesses."

Angielena Muellenberg

Angielena Muellenberg is the owner/operator of Snowbelt Brewing Company. Snowbelt is a small local downtown Brewery & Eatery with a family friendly, fun casual ambiance. Angielena and her husband Nathan/Brewer of Snowbelt Brewing Company, "always like to partner with other businesses and support local".

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "I am a Gaylord Ambassador because I like to be involved and help out the community that I call home and love.  Always an advocate for Gaylord and being supportive of each other."

Heather Bischof

Solutions Partner, Dunn's Business Solutions

Heather has been with Dunn’s for over 10 years and can help with all of your office needs including:

• Office and Janitorial Supplies
• Office Furniture
• Kyocera Digital Copiers and Printers
•  IT Services

Why are you a Chamber Ambassador? "I love Gaylord and I love people.  Being a Chamber Ambassador allows me to welcome new businesses to our thriving community, and I get to make new friends in the process. It’s a win, win!"

Daphne Cousineau

Owner, Up North Paddlesports, LLC

Daphne is a Charleston, SC native but she grew up in Atlanta,GA. She moved to Gaylord in 2001 where she enjoys volunteering and has been involved with some non-profits like the Otsego Community Foundation, Red Cross, OMH, Friendship Shelter, the Chamber of Commerce ambassadors and many more.

Why are you a chamber Ambassador? "I enjoy meeting people and making new connections because I believe it leads to a stronger community. My goal with Up North Paddlesports is to ensure both visitors and residents have the best possible experience so that they make a connection with our community and continue to return, which helps build all of our businesses".

Toni Straughen

Financial Advisor, Edward Jones

Toni has been with Edward Jones for over a year. If you know Toni, you know that she's from a large Polish family that values tradition. Toni is a self-described social butterfly and the middle child which she accredits for her great listening skills.

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "As a transplant to Gaylord I felt instantly welcomed and at ease when I moved here. From the start I could tell we had an innovative and dedicated Chamber of Commerce, I knew I wanted to be involved with helping our community flourish."

Ann Campbell

Sales & Service Representative, AAA Michigan

Ann has been in the Sales & Service industry since 2003. She's married to Randy and has 2 adult daughters that are both RN’s and live in the surrounding area.  She's also a member of Saint Mary’s Cathedral and enjoys spending her free time in the Upper Peninsula.

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador? "Although we are a growing community I would like to help portray Gaylord as welcoming community, a home town feel.  To help welcome new businesses and serve our community."

Jessica Hayes

Office Manager, NuEnergy Operating, Inc.

Jessica has twenty plus years of experience in her field and started in Oil & Gas in 2018. Jessica makes it a priority to live in the moment and always carries herself with a positive attitude and a smile. She's also a board member for TACKLE (Together Against Cancer Kept Local Everyday).

Why are you a Gaylord Chamber Ambassador?  "I wanted to be a part of something to make our community great and this seemed like a great fit."