Current Staff Members

Executive Director

“My role is to help secure funding for CRA, oversee organizational operations with the Board of Directors, and build community relations for CRA.

I started with CRA in July of 2022. I have a Master’s Degree in Nonprofit Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Social Relations.

While born in Charlevoix, my family moved to Florida, and I returned to the area in 2010, and settled in Boyne City in 2011 with my cat’s Joplin and Gracie.”

Program Coordinator/Recovery Coach

“I am a woman in recovery from Alcohol Use Disorder since December 24, 2019. My sobriety has changed every aspect of my life, and my passion is to share my joy and the hope that comes along with recovery with anyone who is seeking it!

I am a Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) through CCAR and MDHHS, as well as a Certified Peer Recovery Mentor (CPRM) through MCBAP. I have been working in the Recovery Field since the end of 2020, starting in women’s residential treatment as a Behavioral Health Technician and then becoming a Case Manager in 2022. I began my career as a Certified Peer Recovery Coach/Program Coordinator with Community Recovery Alliance on May 1, 2023 where I provide one on one coaching, daily (12pm) multiple pathway recovery meetings, sober events, and community outreach.

My husband, Christian, and I have been together for 10 years and we live in Petoskey with our four children (Ezekiel, Hezekiah, Juliet, and Nora) and six cats (Kiedis, Barley, Puck-Puck, Maggie, Duncan, and Minnie Pacqui-Meow). We began our recovery journey together in 2019 and are stronger than ever today thanks to the beauty of recovery! The life that my recovery has allowed me to live amazes me every day and through all of life’s trials and challenges, I am thankful for each day that I am alive. “

Program Coordinator/Recovery Coach

“I am married to my best friend for the last 14 years. I am a mother of three children, four chickens, 2 cats, and one dog.

Currently, I am finishing up my bachelor’s degree in psycology with a concentration in addictions at Southern New Hamphire University.

My passion is helping people find and maintain their pathway towards recovery.”

Office Manager

“My job at CRA is to help oversee and manage the operations of the administrative offices. I help coordinate appointments and manage and maintain the schedules of the other staff members.

In addition, I am currently overseeing the usage of social media for CRA and updating the website.

I come into this organization as someone who wants to provide a friendly face to anyone in their recovery journey, especially while they visit the CRA Center.

I started at CRA in July 2023. I have my Bachelor’s Degree in History and my Master’s Degree in Heritage Managment.

Fun Fact: I have lived in Italy and the United Kingdom.”