About Us

Chris & Jen have over 55 years of combined hospitality experience working and learning from great companies like Vail Resorts, Ritz Carlton, Hilton, & Marriott. They are proud of the fact they started out in positions of bellman and busser and worked their way to key leadership roles in some of the most respected companies in the hotel and resort industry.

Chris and Jen were married in Moonlight Basin 20 years ago and enjoy life in Montana with their two teenagers. They keep busy traveling to watch them play competitive golf and soccer. Chris serves as Treasurer on the Board of Directors for Big Sky Ski Education Foundation (BSSEF) and also Visit Big Sky.

David is located in the Flathead Valley, loves snowboarding, is passionate about mountain living and being a dad to his sweet baby girl. He grew up in the Denver, Colorado area and attended the University of Colorado Denver. David's drive to create memorable experiences for guests started as he worked in Breckenridge, CO for Vail Resorts and he now guides his guest service and operations teams towards that goal everyday. If you don't find David snowboarding through the trees, then you will find him mountain biking with his two dogs Keira and Zeke or trying to keep up with his little baby girl!

With an MBA specializing in Marketing, Laura brings 15+ years of hospitality marketing experience to the Stay Montana team. Laura started her career in Tahoe, then lived in other gorgeous mountainous places such as Aspen and Telluride, Colorado before moving to Whitefish, Montana to start a family with her husband. When she’s not glued to her laptop, you’ll find Laura hiking with her pup, skiing, boating or chasing her toddlers.

Laura is active in Flathead Valley community events, such as the Whitefish & Bigfork Chambers and Powerhouse Flathead so say hi if you see her!

Reggie was born in Montana but grew up in Arizona. She moved back to Montana for college and has loved every minute. Reggie enjoys the snow and also the heat. Her primary passion is dance, currently aerial, and of course, all the rest of the MT hobbies… camping, rafting, snowboarding, etc. She grew up in customer service and has over seven years of multi-unit management. Reggie is passionate about keeping your home pristine and welcoming for not only the guests but also the owners!

Ted was born in raised in LA, California. At the age of 17, he became an Eagle Scout. Ted's hospitality career has spanned 20+ years, starting in maintenance and working his way up to positions as General and Area Manager at award winning Marriott and Hilton brands in Wyoming, Montana, California and Colorado. Ted is an avid outdoors man, who loves playing games and spending time with his wife and 4 kids. In his free time you'll find Ted playing video games with his kids, building something his workshop or playing with his dogs. Ted's motto is, “It will always and forever be about people.”

Amber is a long-time Montana resident and brings a wealth of expertise to the Stay Montana team. She has worked in the hospitality industry for over 15 years and has her degree in Accounting from Montana State University. Amber is a natural leader for the Stay Montana team and has a passion for making sure that our guests and owners have a five-star experience every time! When she’s not working, you can find her enjoying the natural beauty of Montana with her husband and three dogs!

Charlotte and her family relocated to Montana six years ago from Nampa, Idaho. They landed in the small community of Manhattan and have loved every minute of it! Charlotte and her husband have three beautiful children and when they are not traveling for their son’s competitive soccer or their daughter's softball games they love to go hiking, fishing and camping.

Jezal was born and raised in the Black Hills of South Dakota, and migrated to Bozeman from Boulder, Colorado. Jezal has a degree in Hospitality Management, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality and property management industries, and has a huge passion for providing exceptional customer service to guests and owners. In her free time, you may find her hiking or mountain biking in the summer and cross-country skiing in the winter. She also enjoys a good lounge day, always with a cup of coffee!

Amber is a born and raised Midwesterner from Wisconsin who moved out west over 5 years ago and made Montana her home. After graduating from Saint Norbert College in Green Bay, with a degree in communication and marketing, she spent many years traveling the world and making a career in the hospitality industry. Taking care of people and curating memorable guest experiences is something she has always been passionate about.

When not welcoming guests to Montana, she can usually be found somewhere in the mountains with her best friend, and the best dog in the world, Penny Lane. On any given day they might be paddle boarding on Flathead Lake, camping near Glacier in an old converted Dodge van named Clifford, or hiking to the top of Great Northern Mountain. If by some chance she’s not out playing in nature, she’s probably at home in her cozy cabin, reading a book or planning her next adventure.

Ashley is a true local Montana Native American, born and raised at the southern tip of Flathead Lake. She grew up with an on-the-go lifestyle, which attributes to her ability to thrive in busy everyday life. Ashley comes with over 15 years’ experience in hospitality and property management. Her incredible attention to detail ensures our properties are maintained at the highest level. When Ashley is not at work, you can find her adventuring with her 2 kids, white water rafting, traveling or laying around at the lake.

Clayton is from Wisconsin. He holds a bachelor's degree in kinesiology from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. In his free time, he enjoys getting outside to hike, fish, camp, and hunt. He is a big sports fan and is a die-hard Packers, Bucks, Brewers, and Badgers fan. Clayton loves cheese.

Cody is from South Jersey just outside Philadelphia. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Event Management and enjoys live music and sports. Cody also enjoys skiing in the winter, and hiking and backpacking in the summer. He's truly grateful to work for a local, family-owned and operated Montana company. I love the Montana lifestyle and have a passion for providing the Treasure State experience to all of our guests.

Originally from St. Louis, MO; Cory attended Missouri State University where he got his bachelors degree in Business Management. Cory spent 10 years working in hospitality in Yellowstone National Park. In 2019, he decided to move to Bozeman to pursue a year-round position in hospitality. In his free time, Cory likes to take his dog hiking, go camping, go off-roading, and cook new recipes.

Jose has been working in the Big Sky community for over 12 years. He came to Montana from Peru and decided he never wanted to leave. He loves soccer and has two kids he’s hoping will follow in his footsteps.

Frankie is our do-it-all maintenance man! He truly is a one-stop shop. He drives from Ennis daily to work with us, and we sure appreciate it. He’s been in Montana for over 24 years and loves it. Frankie loves plants, pottery, hunting, and his dog, Chapo.

Denise's love of the outdoors brought her to the Flathead Valley in the Spring of 1987. After traveling extensively she knew she had found one of the most beautiful places to live in the world.
Denise owned and operated Eagle Bend Flathead Vacation Rentals from 1990-2020 before becoming part of the Stay Montana Family.
In her spare time you will find Denise kayaking, floating the Swan River or hiking and XC skiing with her sidekick Scout her giant Golden Doodle.