HYPE Steering Committee

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. 

Nate is an agent with Goosehead Insurance located in Stillwater, MN. Nate joined Goosehead because of his unwavering commitment to take care of his clients. Using cutting edge technology to shop with dozens of "A" rated insurance companies in just a few minutes, he is able to find the right coverage at a competitive price. He takes the time to review all of the options and customizes a policy based on the unique risks and desires of each client. After finalizing an option, Nate is backed by a service team that has the highest client loyalty rating in the industry. 

Lily Van Allen is the Administrative Assistant & Event Coordinator at the Greater Stillwater Chamber of Commerce, having stepped into the role full-time in May of 2025 after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a degree in Marketing Communications and Communication Studies.
A lifelong resident of the St. Croix Valley, she holds a great deal of respect and appreciation for the people and small businesses that make this region truly one-of-a-kind. Lily's main goal in life is to give back as much as she can, and she enjoys the positive impact she can make in the Valley through her work with the Chamber!