Board Members

A few years ago, my sister talked me into ‘dressing up’ in Renaissance garb and attending a local festival. It was all downhill from there! Now, I have multiple outfits, including quite a few kilts, and I attend as many festivals as possible—even going on The Ren Cruise with a bunch of Rennies! This eventually led to assisting with organizing festivals, which in turn led to creating our own festival.

I have over 45 years of experience managing full-service destination resorts. My career has taken me to several iconic resort areas, including French Lick, Indiana, Park City, Utah, and Williamsburg, Virginia. My Scottish heritage and passion for resort adventures have introduced me to the vibrant world of Renaissance festivals—ah, rubbing shoulders with kings! Alongside my strong management skills, I bring a unique expertise in projecting realistic financial numbers critical to the success of both resorts and Renaissance festivals. When I’m not analyzing daily financial results, you’ll find me preparing a castle, donning a kilt, or driving a tractor with a wagon full of animal lovers through a safari wildlife park.  

From a very young age, Halloween has been one of my favorite times of the year. It gives me the chance to become a character other than myself. After my first time at a Renaissance Faire, the possibilities became endless. Every day of Faire is another opportunity to choose a character from the many costumes I’ve purchased or created myself! Visiting other Faires is always an amazing experience, full of endless characters, incredible costumes, and the chance to meet great friends. The only thing as much fun as a Faire is joining The Ren Cruise with a hundred or more Renaissance friends and entertainers! See you at The Faire!

I’ve loved fantasy and history since childhood. I discovered the lands of Middle Earth at age 8 when I first read The Hobbit, and my passion for fantasy has grown ever since. In high school, I began reading history books and watching historical documentaries and dramatizations—a hobby I still enjoy today.

I started vending at concerts and music festivals in 1997, mainly selling food. In 2013, I attended my first Renaissance Faire and instantly fell in love. It combined everything I enjoy about festivals, history, and fantasy. After visiting several faires with my son and friends, I decided to make them a bigger part of my life.

Eventually, I connected with the Southern Indiana Renaissance Faire and its incredible community. Joining the board of directors has been an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Faire’s growth and create a fun, educational space for families to explore history, myths, and legends. I’m thrilled to be part of this group and look forward to enhancing the experience for all who attend.

In the “mundane” world, I work in IT at IU Credit Union and live with my son, three Great Danes, and a couple of cats.

In 2014, I moved to Southern Indiana following my passion and honestly was just passing through. Passing through turned into standing firm and taking permanent roots. It was in 2023 that my daughter and I were searching for a renaissance faire that was close to home, that we found our tribe and people we now consider family. It has been a joy seeing this small faire grow and expand to where it is today. I can say that it has fueled a deeper desire to embrace my creative nature and create characters filled with mix of history and fantasy.

I am a dedicated new member of the Southern Indiana Renaissance Faire and Board. Known for my hard work and commitment, I am always eager to contribute to the event’s success. My enthusiasm and strong work ethic make me a valuable addition to the team, helping to ensure that the Faire continues to provide an engaging and memorable experience for all visitors.