Kristen is the Regional MiSTEM Network Director for the Upper Thumb area, supporting schools and business partners to promote STEM in Huron, Tuscola, and Sanilac counties.

She has worked in education for over 20 years. Additionally, she and her husband own and operate Beadle Bay Marina & Campground located on Sand Point just outside of Caseville. She also owns and manages LakeLand Outfitters, a retail store in Caseville. Kristen was raised on a family farm located between Owendale and Sebewaing and has always had ties to Huron County.  She and her husband, Levi, reside just outside of Caseville with their 3 very active children, Stephen, Eva, and Violet. 

As a business owner in a small town and an educator who works across the county, she enjoys the opportunity to be active in supporting so many great organizations and programs in Huron County.  When asked about joining the Board, Kristen shared “I am so excited to support the work of the Huron County Community Foundation and I look forward to promoting the many incredible opportunities that Huron County has to offer for the people who choose to work and live here.”