HYPE Steering Committee

Jeremy Tyler is a visionary that helps businesses think big, envision the future, and discover what is possible. As the Managing Director of Xceptional, he oversees the day-to-day operations of the company and leads the Account Services department which is responsible for developing and nurturing client relationships. For Jeremy, seeing team members and clients succeed is the most rewarding aspect of his role. Outside of the office, Jeremy enjoys spending time with his son fishing and weight training. 

Kadie is the General Manager of the Lora Hotel and a graduate of North Dakota State University. She serves on the Discover Stillwater Board of Directors, her HOA board, and is active in industry associations. When she's not working, Kadie enjoys golf, running, karaoke, quality time with her Grandma, and is a licensed wedding officiant. Kadie prides herself on creating a memorable and positive experience for guests. 

Joe works at Willis Towers Watson advising commercial construction, real estate, and design professional companies on their insurance programs and overall risk management needs. He and his wife, Lauren met while attending UW-Madison. Lauren owns an interior design practice in downtown Stillwater and they have three children. Joe is a fan of all things Wisconsin: cheese, beer, lakes, supper clubs, and The Packers.

Jenny Pater is a Stillwater native now residing in Lake Elmo after living in the Bay Area with her family. Jenny is the Community Manager at Lift Bridge Cowork and loves supporting Cowork Members and the Stillwater Community. Jenny has experience working in the fast paced world of startups and Venture Capital with the players that brought Twitter to IPO. She is most excited to be back working on Main Street. Her first job was at The Supreme Bean in the Staples building at the North end of town.

Emily Krawczewski is the Site Manager of the new Washington County Heritage Center. She’s excited to be part of the Stillwater community! Her favorite things include being out on the lakes, country music, Walt Disney history, and cheering on the Nashville Predators.

Heidi is the Event Manager for the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, while simultaneously being the Program Coordinator/Chamber Liaison for the HYPE young professionals group through the Chamber. With a background in healthcare and physical therapy, Heidi became accustomed to caring for residents of the community and strives to implement lessons learned in healthcare into her job as Event Manager. Heidi along with her husband enjoy Stillwater with weekends consisting of coffee and brunch in the River Valley area. Heidi enjoys time spent with her 2 dogs as well as gardening and saving the bees.

Frances serves as director of marketing for St. Croix Brewing Company, Stillwater's soon-to-open boutique brewery, beer garden and Public House located in the city's oldest standing building in the historic downtown district. She, along with her family, is excited to welcome the community and visitors to our brewery where you'll find 'history in a pint!'