Leadership
The Team
Our Leadership
Radel Rosin, Executive Director
“As Executive Director, I’m excited to help guide AuSable Artisan Village forward, building on the strong foundation already in place. My goal is to enhance community engagement, strengthen our volunteer base, and improve the infrastructure in both of our locations to ensure we continue offering welcoming, functional spaces for artists and audiences alike. I’m deeply inspired to see what I can accomplish. I believe there is so much to be offered within the organization, and I love bringing more art and culture to a community that hungers for it.”
Rosin’s roots run deep. He is a fifth generation Crawford County resident who was raised in a family of very talented musicians.
“I began performing at a young age with my father, aunts, sister and cousins, and my love of music quickly became my lifelong passion. I first encountered AAV when I was invited to perform here years ago. From that moment, I felt an immediate connection with the space, its creative atmosphere, and the organization’s inspiring vision. It felt like a natural fit for me.”
Current Board of Directors
Colby Chilcote, Board President
Colby has a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Notre Dame University. Colby is the owner of and Director of Operations of Sandpaper Creative, a marketing and creative agency as well as the co-owner of Our Town Coffee & Treats. She spent a decade in marketing at Google and and five years as the Director of Marketing and Development at environmental nonprofit Huron Pines.
Nancy Hatfield, Treasurer
Nancy is one of the 60 artists who display work at the AuSable Artisan Village. She shares her talent for photography as a class instructor. She also devotes her time to volunteering at the gallery. Nancy is a retired administrative professional with the Grayling Public School system.
Jillian Tremonti, Board Secretary
Jillian has called the Grayling community home since 2011. A seasoned professional dancer, Jillian has dedicated herself to the art form since the tender age of 2, amassing 15 years of experience in competitions and performances. Her academic pursuits led her to achieve a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Dance from MSU. Beyond her performing career, Jillian has been a dance instructor, national dance adjudicator, and the proud owner of her own dance studio. Beyond dance, she has devoted two decades to working with non-profit agencies, currently lending her expertise as a Promotions Specialist at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Jillian finds joy in her role as a devoted mother to her two sons, Jonas and Max. A music enthusiast, she savors moments spent listening to and attending live music events with cherished friends.
Susan Thiel, Vice President
Susan holds a B.S. in forestry and an M.B.A. with dual concentrations in human resources and materials and logistics management. She is retired from a career in human resources and management with the State Forestry Department of Natural Resources. Susan is a a popular teacher of polymer clay classes at the gallery for children and adults. She is part of the gallery’s volunteer staff, keeping regular shifts at the front counter and volunteering to sell tickets at events.
Paige Galbraith
Paige is a visual artist and works as a full-time graphic designer. She has been involved in Grayling’s visual arts community since she began working as a Lab Aide in the Art Department at Kirtland Community College, where she earned an associate degree in Graphic Design and an associates degree in Fine Art and Illustration in May of 2024.
Mary Bobenmoyer
Mary is the co-owner of Our Town Coffee & Treats. Born and raised in Grayling, Mary graduated from Grayling High School and moved to Seattle where she received training as a pastry chef at the Art Institute of Seattle. Mary worked in bakeries and restaurants in Seattle, Grand Rapids, Chicago, and, for the majority of her adult life, Portland, OR. She received a B.A. in English Literature from Portland State University. Mary is very involved with the AuSable Artisan Village Community Theatre, acting in and directing productions.
Mary is the co-owner of Our Town Coffee & Treats. Born and raised in Grayling, Mary graduated from Grayling High School and moved to Seattle where she received training as a pastry chef at the Art Institute of Seattle. Mary worked in bakeries and restaurants in Seattle, Grand Rapids, Chicago, and, for the majority of her adult life, Portland, OR. She received a B.A. in English Literature from Portland State University. Mary is very involved with the AuSable Artisan Village Community Theatre, acting in and directing productions.