Michelle's roots are in rural Illinois, but she met her future husband while attending the University of Arizona. From the day she started dating the Montana native, he was sure to inform her that if she were to marry him, they would raise their family in Montana. He made good on his promise, and she moved to Montana in 2005. A secondary educator by trade, Michelle wanted to start a business to share the amazing community of Lakeside with the world. She has been managing Montana properties since earning her property management license in 2006. Michelle is involved with the community as much as possible to keep Lakeside the wonderful place it is to vacation, work, live, and raise a family.