Ambassadors 

Currently the Senior Marketing and Outreach coordinator for KMG Prestige property management at Noble on the Lake Brighton, Encore at Deerhill Clarkston and The Noble Bloomfield Hills.  I graduated from Baker College with a Masters in Business Administration and Marketing and  I have spent the last 15 years working in Sales and Marketing with the last 10 concentrating in the Senior Living industry.  I have enjoyed working in Assisted living/Memory Care/Skilled Nursing/Independent and Home Health and Hospice.  Working with Seniors is a joy I found later in my career and it has been my most treasured experience.  In the time that I have worked in Marketing I have had the pleasure of becoming a member of multiple Chambers of Commerce throughout the state of Michigan.  The experience of being a member of the Howell Chamber of Commerce is invaluable both personally and professionally.  I have happily resided in Howell for the last 11 years with my husband and our three boys.  I am also a licensed realtor and own a company that assists Seniors with home placement .   One of my favorite hobbies is being a foster and volunteer with pet rescues.

Originally from New Smyrna Beach, Florida. I have played college football and served 8 years in the Air Force serving a combat tour in Desert Storm and other various assignments throughout Germany, Netherlands and Italy. I currently reside in Howell and am married with a 15 year old daughter. I like to think of myself as a connector within the community with over 10 years’ experience in Sales, Operations, Account Management and Business Development within various industries both foreign and domestic. My prior experience has given me the opportunity to work with companies ranging from small start up to Fortune 500.

Helen Habib is Vice President & Banking Center Manager of Old National Bank in Brighton, MI.  She has been with Old National Bank for the past 15 plus years.

Mrs. Habib has been in the Banking industry for over 30 years. Throughout her career, Mrs. Habib has been involved in volunteer and non-profit work.  She is actively involved with several non-profit organizations in Livingston County.  She previously served as President of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lenawee County.  She was also a Board Member of Boys and Girls Club of Lenawee in Adrian, MI.

Prior to joining Old National Bank, Mrs. Habib held similar roles at other banks.  She holds an MBA in Finance from Eastern Michigan University and a BBA in Management from Adrian College. She taught Business classes at Cleary University and Adrian College.

Helen and her husband Ahsan has two daughters Paula and Pamela.

Taryn Pierce, VP and Financial Center Manager for Fifth Third Bank in Howell

I have been with 53 since 2007 and prior to that spent 16 years at another Financial Institution.

My husband and I reside in Conway Township, Fowlerville, along with my 18 and 21 year old boys. We have a small hobby farm and LOVE to golf. The last ten years my family and I were very active in the Fowlerville Fair showing hogs and volunteering.

I am an Eastern Michigan Graduate with a Business Management degree.

I am so excited to finally be back in Livingston County where my friends and families all live. Come visit our LOCAL team.

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Blake Williams is an Insurance Producer with the Herdon Family Agency – Farm Bureau Insurance. He strives to protect people and their assets through insurance plans that are tailored to fit each individual family or business.  Blake is involved in multiple community organizations and likes to interact with others.  He likes to watch sports, spend time with his friends and family, and likes to travel.  His passion is to help people achieve their financial goals and is happy to be in a position where he can help make a difference.

I carry a unique vision for my clients, the journey starts with listening effectively to needs and wants to create a truly memorable buying or selling experience. Aside from being an extremely productive client-focused mediator/arbitrator, I am thoughtful and considerate, loyal and genuine, compassionate and warm. Moreover, my innate ability to understand people and solid intuition allows me to anticipate their needs and wants.

My clients become my cause, and I have a caring and sincere desire to win and keep clients. I have a track record of delivering on promises, and producing results, and will place their needs first and foremost.

As someone with a background in Managed Service Operations, I have extensive experience with managing client-focused projects, consistent communication, broad networking, and building solid relationships to maximize customer service and satisfaction.

I’ve lived in Wayne, Oakland, and Livingston counties all my life and am a strong believer in giving back to the community. As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, I’m an ambassador to new members and an avid volunteer leader who promotes and supports community events.

You can also find me raising money for local nonprofits while raising a glass of ONEHOPE Wine. Together with the community, we turn wine into meals for hungry children. We educate women about ovarian cancer, fund literacy education, find forever homes for animals, and more. Every bottle sold makes an impact!

David works as a Financial Advisor and Stock Broker helping clients plan for retirement, manage investments, and deal with all the other financial planning matters that arise.  His office with LPL Financial is in Farmington Hills but he and his family live in Howell.

He enjoys working with people who are already well established as well as those who are just getting started. His greatest satisfaction comes from teaching financial literacy to others.

David and his wife Terese are involved in a wide variety of community activities.”

I am originally from the U.P. and have been living and working in SE Michigan since 1973. I have a BA of Economics from U of M and Master of Accounting from Walsh College.  I have 2 daughters, a lovely wife (my better 3/4!), enjoy golf and national parks.

I specialize in helping individuals and small-medium sized businesses with their tax and bookkeeping needs, especially with QuickBooks and Xero.  I have extensive experience training people how to best use those programs.

Kaylie Shepard is the Client Relations Director at Affinity Wealth Solutions located in Dexter, Chelsea, and Ann Arbor. Kaylie strives to assist the advisors at Affinity offer solutions that help your investment needs today and for the life of your retirement. 

Kaylie graduated from Northwood University in 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration. She is currently working on her certifications to become an investment advisor.

Kaylie resides in Stockbridge where she grew up, with her fiancé, Lucas, and her dog, Jax. When she is not in the office, Kaylie can be found spending time at the lake with her friends and family.

Meet Michelle Hatfield, an accomplished Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Certified Dementia Practitioner with more than two decades of medical experience specializing in Geriatrics/Senior Living. Michelle‘s goal is to help educate families/ seniors and to EMPOWER them to make educated choices without feeling pressured or being taken advantage of.  Michelle provides resources to promote independence within their current home. When the time comes for a move they are less anxious to Transition to Plan B.

Outside the healthcare sphere, she takes delight in cherishing moments with her family and actively engaging in her church community. Michelle seamlessly intertwines her compassionate healthcare expertise with a wealth of managerial experience, fostering a holistic approach to both her professional and personal endeavors.

Born in Gaylord, raised in Pinckney, and now rooted in Howell, I’m a proud Michigan native with a heart for helping people clear out the clutter — literally and figuratively.

After 23 years in retail leadership specializing in Loss Prevention and Profit Protection for major brands like Kroger, Walmart, Rite Aid, ULTA Beauty, and Busch’s, I took a leap into entrepreneurship. In 2021, I co-founded Mitten Junk Removal with my cousin, Austin Williams. Together, we’ve built a values-driven business offering full-service junk removal and light demolition across Southeast Michigan — serving Livingston, Washtenaw, Oakland, and parts of Wayne and Genesee Counties.

At the heart of what we do is community. Whether it’s helping a homeowner reclaim their garage or supporting a business through a clean-out or renovation, we show up with professionalism, hustle, and a smile (plus a raccoon mascot named Rascal — don’t ask, just check out our Facebook).

I earned my BBA from Eastern Michigan University and still hold strong ties to the local business and referral community. When I’m not wrangling junk or networking, you’ll find me golfing, disc golfing, cheering for the Lions and Red Wings, or hanging out with my amazing wife Kelly and our two wildly loveable dogs, Daisy and Cindy.

Let’s connect — whether it’s to talk junk, business, or your short game.

Michelle Allen is the Community Outreach Manager and Cannabis Consultant at Planted Provisioning in Whitmore Lake where she plays a pivotal role in fostering community engagement and educational initiatives linked to cannabis advocacy.  With a robust background in healthcare and community relations, Michelle has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between safe and responsible cannabis use and the local community. Her deep understanding of cannabis science allows her to educate and inform clients regarding the benefits, challenges, and opportunities presented by this evolving industry.

In her role, Michelle develops and implements outreach programs that promote cannabis-related learning opportunities. She collaborates with various community organizations to facilitate workshops, seminars, and public discussions that deepen awareness and understanding of cannabis science. In addition, her professional responsibilities also include cannabis consulting. Michelle is passionate about providing personalized consultation services for those who are interested in using cannabis to mitigate symptoms from various diseases by developing individualized treatment protocols. Michelle’s expertise in this industry ensures that conversations surrounding cannabis education within our community are making a difference every day.

Outside of her professional pursuits, Michelle enjoys spending time outdoors, traveling and listening to live music. Through her work and personal endeavors, Michelle Allen continues to make significant contributions to her surrounding communities with responsible integration of cannabis education within Livingston County, inspiring both the next generation of leaders and the public alike.

Desiree Martinez is a digital marketing strategist and founder of The Kast Agency (TKA), where she’s helped hundreds of businesses build online brands that turn attention into revenue. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in creating marketing systems that go beyond one-off content—focusing instead on building strategic, connected ecosystems that drive results. From social media and video to SEO and automation, Desiree’s media-first approach helps service-based businesses grow visibility, build authority, and convert consistently—without burning out.

From over 20 years of sales and sales management experience in B2B and consumer sales, Joel has a wealth of experience advocating for his clients, solving problems, and leveraging the collective knowledge of his team. Joel lives by the axiom, “the best way to achieve your goals is by helping others achieve their goals.”

Joel is currently enjoying his transition to the real estate industry.  For the past three years, he has been one of Livingston County’s top-producing real estate agents with KNE Realty in Howell.  He particularly enjoys working with veterans and being an ardent advocate for all his clients.

A dedicated father of two daughters, Aspen and Vivienne, he is a longtime resident of Milford, MI where he is active in the community and his church. Joel’s other interests include hiking, snowboarding, and Brazilian jiu-jitsu.

Hi, my name is Kisha and I am excited to introduce myself as the new franchise owner of Batteries Plus in Howell.

Our store specializes in providing batteries, lighting solutions, key fob programming and device repair services to both consumers and businesses.

I am committed to building strong relationships with the Livingston community by offering reliable products, expert service, and customize solutions that keep homes, businesses and organizations powered and connected. Whether you need every day batteries, specialty lighting, or support for your business operations my team and I are here to help.

I look forward to serving the Livingston community and becoming your trusted partner for all things power, lighting and repair.