Meet the Team
Katie V
Business Supervisor
Katie is returning for her third season at Treerunner this year, after spending last school year teaching English in France. Though she studied clarinet performance and french in college, she always loves exploring new areas of interest, and especially being able to run around outside at TreeRunner! What Katie loves most about working at the park is seeing the pride guests have in themselves after overcoming challenges. When she wants some quiet time, Katie loves to curl up with a good fantasy book or do some scrapbooking.
Connor W
Group Sales Manager
In his 4th year with TreeRunner, Connor is a student at Central Michigan University studying Music, Psychology and Organizational Leadership, Connor loves being able to see the positive impact and smiles on our groups’ faces. Outside of work he enjoys playing piano or Mario (even though they both frustrate him).
Top bucket list item: to see every show on a Broadway season rotation
Destiny C
Operations Manager
In her 3rd year with TreeRunner, Destiny graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Recreation Management. She also has 4 years of experience as a Wilderness First Responder and swim coach. When she’s not at TreeRunner you can find Destiny kayaking, playing with her 3 dogs, or painting. Her favorite part about TreeRunner is that it is a place for people to have fun! She loves the energy from everyone in the park – both the staff and guests!
Top bucket list item: to go dog-sledding under the Northern Lights
Dana W
Youth Program Director & Maintenance Assistant
An avid outdoorsman and jack of all trades with TreeRunner, Dana is in her 5th year with TreeRunner! Dana has a degree in Business Management from Grand Valley State University, and her favorite part of working at TreeRunner is being outside and working in a fun environment. She is a certified trainer and loves helping others learn the ropes (literally!). Outside of work, she spends all of her time with her baby (he’s really cute).
Top bucket list item: heliskiing or surfing in Hawaii
Mike H
Training and Equipment Manager
In his 5th year at TreeRunner, Mike is a graduate of Wayne State University. He loves everything about TreeRunner, especially giving climbers a one-of-a-kind experience they will never forget. Being outside in the fresh air is Mike’s go-to, along with his guitar, or camping trips. He admires Paul McCartney, because who doesn’t love his music?
Top bucket list item: backpacking through Europe
Sierra G
Guest Success Center/Office Supervisor
Sierra is in returning for her second year with TreeRunner and her first season as our Guest Success Center & Office Supervisor. She loves interacting with guests and providing them with unique and fun experiences that create life long memories! When she’s not working, you can find her tending to her plants, hanging out with her cat, camping and traveling all around Michigan. She loves nature and admires all animals and bugs (even if she fears them).
Conner W
Social Media Specialist
In his 2nd year with TreeRunner, Conner has risen through the ranks to become the TreeRunner Social Media Specialist. Conner is a student at Oakland University, studying Anthropology/Sociology and Filmmaking. He loves chatting with guests about everyday life, and has 4 years of customer service experience, spending 2 of those years lifeguarding! When he’s not working, you can find him playing guitar, or fencing. He admires Fred Rogers for reminding everybody to be kind to their neighbors.
Top bucket list item: finish getting his pilot’s license.
Amanda N
Director of Operations
A graduate of Alma College, Amanda is an outdoor recreation hobbyist and has been with our team since July of 2019. She loves encouraging people to spend time outside, and in the present. When she isn’t working, she enjoys skateboarding, and hanging with her friends. Fun fact, Amanda has been to zipline parks across the world! Just a few include Peru, Costa Rica, Germany, and Mexico.
Top bucket list item: to base jump
Jeremy F
President
Jeremy joined the TreeRunner team in October of 2019. He completed both his Bachelors and Masters degrees at Wayne State University (GO WARRIORS!) and loves spending time with his family, watching sports, or enjoying some quiet time in Charlevoix, Michigan. The person he admires most is his dog, Yofi, because he gets to sleep all day and is always in a good mood. He says the best part of his job is seeing guests come to the park as timid travelers and leaving as confident conquerors.
Top bucket list item: learn how to fly a plane
2121 Celebration Dr NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
TreeRunner Adventure Park
2121 Celebration Dr NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525