Hi, I'm Kenzie.
Creative thinker and project starter, with a passion for making things happen. I believe in small-town magic, big possibilities, and the power of practical solutions, creative problem solving, and smart logistics.
What I do
- Organize community events.
- Build creative brands and side hustles.
- Crunch numbers.
- Turn ideas into hands-on projects.
- Collaborate on public art and downtown fun.
- Share stories through photos, video, and writing.
- Support small businesses and nonprofits.
- Track results, measure impact, and learn from data.
- Dream of future possibilities.
Quick Facts
- Norway Downtown Board Member
- Dickinson Area Community Foundation Marketing Committee Member
- Bay College Leadership Academy - Class of 2025
- Proud dog mom
- Crochet and color enthusiast
- Most likely to say, “It'll work.. if the numbers make sense.”
- Big believer in the power of community and a little bit of magic
My Story
Originally from the Fox Valley, in 2017 I moved to the U.P of Michigan, thinking it would just be a quick pit stop. But it didn’t take long before I realized this place was meant to be home. After meeting my husband Chris, I earned my marketing degree from Northeast Wisconsin Techincal College. While I was finishing school, everything shifted when covid hit. That’s when I met Nate Alwine, who brought me into the wild world of True North Outpost. I started as a river photographer, then grew into their marketing lead, building my skills in digital marketing and community storytelling.
Now, I serve on the Norway Downtown Board and continue to look for new adventures and ways to help my community grow. This time as myself, through my own business, Prefer Kenzie. My story is about saying yes to opportunity, listening to the community, and finding joy in all the little details along the way.