Our Team

Kelly was born and raised in Richmond, Texas. She began waiting tables at a local restaurant, then supervisor and marketing director which kindled a passion for customer service. In 2012 Kelly graduated with honors from the University of Houston’s Hilton College, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management & Marketing. Since 2013 she has worked front desk, housekeeping, operations and into an Area General Manager role developing a penchant for organizing and opening hotels. Kelly resides in Richmond with her pets, Thor, Ginger and Sugar.

Michael was born and grew up in Cartersville, Georgia. After high school, Michael joined the U.S. Army where while completing his education, he was able to be a part of historic events, such as the fall of the Berlin Wall. After Desert Storm, Michael returned to Georgia. He and wife Penny have raised their children there and are enjoying seeing their grandchildren being raised there as well. Michael loves spending time with his large family.

Clare grew up in small town, Forman North Dakota. She earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN and during that time she started her first position in hospitality as an intern for National Hospitality Services. Clare currently resides in East Grand Forks, MN with her husband, Dexter and two little girls, Addison and Ava.

Drew Lynch was born and raised in St. Peter, MN. Drew started his travel/hospitality career working with Hertz Rent-A-Car before moving into the hotel industry. He currently resides in St. Michael, MN. with his wife Elie and their two sons. Drew spends his free time watching movies and watching his boys play sports.

Kelly was born and raised in Richmond, Texas. She began waiting tables at a local restaurant, then supervisor and marketing director which kindled a passion for customer service. In 2012 Kelly graduated with honors from the University of Houston’s Hilton College, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management & Marketing. Since 2013 she has worked front desk, housekeeping, operations and into an Area General Manager role developing a penchant for organizing and opening hotels. Kelly resides in Richmond with her pets, Thor, Ginger and Sugar.

Sandi was born and raised in Charleston, WV. She later moved to South Carolina to and began her career in the hotel business working different line level positions up to management. She earned her Hospitality Marketing Business Degree from Horry-Georgetown Tech in Myrtle Beach, SC. The hotel industry presented her with a new opportunity after college, relocating her to Virginia. Sandi now resides in Virginia Beach, VA.

Sandi was born and raised in Charleston, WV. She later moved to South Carolina to and began her career in the hotel business working different line level positions up to management. She earned her Hospitality Marketing Business Degree from Horry-Georgetown Tech in Myrtle Beach, SC. The hotel industry presented her with a new opportunity after college, relocating her to Virginia. Sandi now resides in Virginia Beach, VA.

Ashley was born and raised in the small town of Prattville, Alabama. She earned a dual Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Marketing from Auburn University Montgomery. She worked in various sales management roles throughout her career prior to entering the hospitality industry in 2016. She currently resides in Millbrook, AL with her husband, Bryant, young son Braxton, and their two dogs. She enjoys spending time with her family and volunteering with various organizations within her community.

Saul Hernandez was born and raised in Houston, Texas. While earning a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston Downtown he started his hospitality career beginning in Engineering and working his way into managing Hotel Operations. Excelling in working within diverse environments he has successfully lead award winning teams. Now residing in Katy, Texas, Saul enjoys playing soccer, learning new cooking recipes, watching Marvel movies with his favorite Superhero, Spider-Man and spending time with his family including his dog named Happy.

Saul Hernandez was born and raised in Houston, Texas. While earning a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in Supply Chain Management from the University of Houston Downtown he started his hospitality career beginning in Engineering and working his way into managing Hotel Operations. Excelling in working within diverse environments he has successfully lead award winning teams. Now residing in Katy, Texas, Saul enjoys playing soccer, learning new cooking recipes, watching Marvel movies with his favorite Superhero, Spider-Man and spending time with his family including his dog named Happy.

Dane Johnston was born and raised in West Fargo, ND. He graduated from North Dakota State University in December 2016. When Dane is not working, he enjoys spending his time outdoors or with his friends at Old Chicago.

Dane Johnston was born and raised in West Fargo, ND. He graduated from North Dakota State University in December 2016. When Dane is not working, he enjoys spending his time outdoors or with his friends at Old Chicago.

Dane Johnston was born and raised in West Fargo, ND. He graduated from North Dakota State University in December 2016. When Dane is not working, he enjoys spending his time outdoors or with his friends at Old Chicago.

Cameron Carlson grew up on the north side of Fargo, ND and is now raising his family in the house he grew up in. His growing family includes a dog, his two-year-old son, his partner, Lauren, and a newborn expected in September of 2021. Cameron has spent the past 5 years as a restaurant General Manager in charge of day-to-day operations, marketing, and management of the business. In his spare time, Cameron enjoys spending as much quality time as possible with his family, traveling, and managing his photography business, ``Key Photography.``

Melissa Welter-Jahnke was born and raised in Rush City, MN. Melissa earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Rasmussen College in Fargo, ND and a Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from Benedictine University, Chicago, IL. Currently Melissa resides in Casselton, ND with her husband, 5 kids, and three dogs.

Melissa Welter-Jahnke was born and raised in Rush City, MN. Melissa earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Rasmussen College in Fargo, ND and a Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from Benedictine University, Chicago, IL. Currently Melissa resides in Casselton, ND with her husband, 5 kids, and three dogs.

Melissa Welter-Jahnke was born and raised in Rush City, MN. Melissa earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting at Rasmussen College in Fargo, ND and a Masters of Business Administration with an emphasis in Accounting from Benedictine University, Chicago, IL. Currently Melissa resides in Casselton, ND with her husband, 5 kids, and three dogs.

Elisabeth grew up in Hawley, MN with her four brothers and four sisters. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of North Dakota. Elisabeth now resides in Fargo, ND. In her free time she enjoys reading and spending time with family and friends.

Alex Anderson grew up in Gwinner, North Dakota with his parents and five younger siblings. Alex graduated Magna Cum Laude earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Minnesota State University Moorhead. Alex now resides in Fargo, North Dakota and spends his free time with family and friends.

Hayley grew up in a small town, Kimball MN. Her parents raised her and her 2 brothers and 4 sisters on their family’s beef farm. She moved to Moorhead to graduate from MSUM with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. In Hayley’s free time, she loves being outside in the summer.

Sheila Olson was born in St. Paul, MN and raised in Eckelson, ND. She graduated from Valley City High School and from NDSU with a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Sheila resides in West Fargo, ND with her husband Brad. Sheila has two children, Jared who is married to Sarah, and Cassidy who is a student at NDSU. Sheila also has one granddaughter Taylor who is 9 years old. Sheila enjoys spending time with her family and time at their lake cabin.

Eric Becker was born and raised in Valley City, ND and currently resides in Fargo, ND. In his free time, he enjoys catching up on and watching sports, as well as spending time with friends and family.

Madison is originally from Pittsburgh, PA but grew up in Washington D.C. where her parents raised her and her two siblings. Madison now lives in Virginia Beach, VA with her boyfriend, Kevin his daughter, Kayli, and their dog, Lexi. When Madison is not working she enjoys crafting, baking and hanging out with her family.

Madison is originally from Pittsburgh, PA but grew up in Washington D.C. where her parents raised her and her two siblings. Madison now lives in Virginia Beach, VA with her boyfriend, Kevin his daughter, Kayli, and their dog, Lexi. When Madison is not working she enjoys crafting, baking and hanging out with her family.

Madison is originally from Pittsburgh, PA but grew up in Washington D.C. where her parents raised her and her two siblings. Madison now lives in Virginia Beach, VA with her boyfriend, Kevin his daughter, Kayli, and their dog, Lexi. When Madison is not working she enjoys crafting, baking and hanging out with her family.

Madison is originally from Pittsburgh, PA but grew up in Washington D.C. where her parents raised her and her two siblings. Madison now lives in Virginia Beach, VA with her boyfriend, Kevin his daughter, Kayli, and their dog, Lexi. When Madison is not working she enjoys crafting, baking and hanging out with her family.

Raised in St. Paul, Virginia; Adele attended Radford University in Radford, VA.

Experience in various accounting software Trautman grew up in Jamestown, ND. She currently works and lives in Fargo, ND. Karen likes to spend her free time watching football, movies, and spending time with friends and family.

Ryan Kinzler was born in Tucson, AZ. He currently lives in West Fargo, ND with his wife Jenna and son James. Ryan graduated from Minnesota State Community & Technical College with a degree in Business and Criminal Justice. When he isn’t working, he enjoys traveling, watching sports, and spending time with friends & family.

Jenn was born in Nuremberg, Germany while her father served many years in the Army. At a young age they made their way back to Moorhead, Minnesota where Jenn grew up and attended school. She currently lives in Fargo, ND with her domestic partner Mark and their blended family of 3 boys. When Jenn is not working, she is usually watching one of the many sporting events the kids partake in. She also enjoys traveling, crafting, and spending time with family and friends at the lake or on a patio somewhere.

Sarah was born and raised in Staples, Minnesota. She has attended 4 colleges (Central Lakes College, North Dakota State University, Mayville State University, and Bemidji State University) to obtain her three degrees. She now lives in Fargo, North Dakota with her husband, Chase, and their two cats, Mocha and Luna. She spends her free time hiking, painting, and visiting her parents, sisters, and niblets (commonly known as nieces and nephews) back home.

Sarah was born and raised in Staples, Minnesota. She has attended 4 colleges (Central Lakes College, North Dakota State University, Mayville State University, and Bemidji State University) to obtain her three degrees. She now lives in Fargo, North Dakota with her husband, Chase, and their two cats, Mocha and Luna. She spends her free time hiking, painting, and visiting her parents, sisters, and niblets (commonly known as nieces and nephews) back home.