Born and raised in Traverse City, Always looking for adventures and new experiences. Always looking to share those adventure and experiences. I Enjoy life as much as I can, wherever and whenever possible. I try to encourage others to do the same. I am just taking it 525,600 minutes at a time! Q: Please tell…
Lucy Jones
Hello! I’m Lucy, a dynamic professional and a passionate baker at heart. Last spring, my family and I found our new home in the beautiful Grand Traverse County, a place that has quickly captured our hearts. My world revolves around two joys: nurturing startups towards success and crafting beautiful, delicious treats in my home kitchen—a…
Jennifer Crampton
I am a local baker who is the creativity behind and founder of Aunt Snacks. And I love the rollercoaster my life is on! Q: Please tell us about yourself. My name is Jennifer and I am a Polish/ Bohemian proud mother of 2 amazing , talented beautiful souls who changed my life for the…
Ally Wuerfel
Hi, I’m Ally! I was born and raised in Traverse City and am the Director of Operations at Wuerfel Resorts. I graduated from Traverse City Central High School and went on to expand my industry education at Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration. After college, I worked in finance and venture capital for a couple…
Bethany Poineau
I was born and raised in Traverse City, and have lived here the majority of my life. I am a mom to one son and many fur babies. My husband and I am building out dream home on the east side of Traverse City currently. I enjoy anything outdoors, especially on the water, traveling, and…
Angie O’Mara
I have lived in northern Michigan for 22 years and in Traverse City for just over 10 of those years. I own the BC Pizza in Traverse City, at the bottom of Lafranier hill. It has been so fun but also challenging and lots of hard work over the past 5 years. I have never…
Noah Henderson
Hello! I’m Noah. I’ve lived in the Grand Traverse area for 15 years. I’m currently a server at Pepenero restaurant where I work with incredible co-works to bring our guests an amazing experience while they enjoy wondrous food, drinks and of course wine. Originally I’m from a small town in Central Michigan, but I’ve found…
Kathryn Buzzelli Gibbons
With my husband Pat Gibbons, I own and operate Buzzelli Foods at 3 Mile and Hammond in the Oleson’s Plaza. Our specialty is making fresh mozzarella, marinated mozzarella knots and burrata. We also carry some imported Italian groceries, some specialty items from other parts of Michigan and Italian bowls and platters. We also prepare grab…
Tommy Nakhovanh
Hello! My name is Tommy Nakhovanh (knock-o-Vaughn). I am Laotian, Vietnamese, and Chinese. I am a transplant from Florida and have lived in beautiful Northern Michigan for 20 years. I am currently the bar manager at The Parlor located a couple of blocks off the main drag of front street. I have been in the…
ERIC NITTOLO
WELCOME TO THE LIFE OF CHEF ERIC NITTOLO, I AM GREATLY HONORED TO BE EVEN A CONSIDERATION OF THIS GREAT HONOR. HUMILITY IS THE FOCUS OF LIFE. Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family. DADDY OF “8” CHILDREN Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you…