Opening the doors OF the Grand Traverse Region to new ideas, new people, and new growth opportunities.
Are you considering a move to the Traverse City area but haven’t quite made up your mind? Maybe you’ve recently moved here and you want to get plugged into a network and the community? Northern Navigators are here to help. Acting as ‘regional ambassadors’, our Northern Navigators are people who already live here, who have chosen to live here, and who can help you as a newcomer feel welcomed and connected, all while offering knowledge of the regional lifestyle, recreation, schools, healthcare, real estate, and industry and career opportunities.
Connecting with a Northern Navigator is simple – just browse their profiles below and schedule a time to chat with them*. Easy. Now go get connected!

Meg Zammit
Realtor at Century 21 Northland
Ask Meg about Where to Live & Real Estate

Abby Baudry
Communications & Strategic Projects Coordinator at Traverse Connect
Ask Abby about Fitness & Outdoor Activities

Karin Chung
Senior Recruiter at Hagerty
Ask Karin about Schools & Careers

Taylor Comiskey
Freelance Social Media Manager
Ask Taylor about UpNorth Pride

Chelsea Bay Dennis
Graphic Designer & Story Coach
Ask Chelsea about Finding Community & Getting Connected

Kelsey Fox
Sales & Marketing Professional at LinkedIn
Ask Kelsey about Making Friends & Local Events

Kendal Glaze
Executive Assistant - Human Resources at TCAPS
Ask Kendal about Schools & Career Opportunities

CAMILLE HOISINGTON
Director of Ecosystem Development at Traverse Connect
Ask Camille about TC's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

Nick Olson
Owner/Co-Founder of ELEV8 Climbing & Fitness
Ask Nick about Health, Wellness & Outdoor Activities

Maria Purvis
Engagement Manager at 20Fathoms
Ask Maria about TC's Tech Scene & Remote Work

Chrissie Reitmeyer
Therapist at Kids Creek Family Counseling
Ask Chrissie about Finding Community

Kristen HARTLEY
Owner of Harpe Star & Member Experience Specialist at Cherryland Electric Cooperative
Ask Kristen about Up North Pride

Madeline Saucedo
Fund Development Director at Traverse Bay Children's Advocacy Center
Ask Maddie about Community & Networks

Gina Stein
Manager, Talent Acquisition Operations at Munson Healthcare
Ask Gina about Careers & Job-Hunting

Jennifer Szunko
Executive Director at TCNewTech
Ask Jennifer about resources for entrepreneurs