Thank you so much for your prayers and support for Camp as we’ve spent time this fall looking for our new Assistant Director. Camp Arcadia received 10 applications for the Assistant Director position. Chip had conversations with all ten of the applicants. He, along with Ali Franke, LCA Board Vice President, and Rachel Catanese, Business Director, conducted six in-depth candidate interviews.
We are thrilled to announce that Michelle (Shelly) Gallo has accepted the position of Assistant Director and will begin working full-time for Camp Arcadia in January 2025. Shelly is married to her husband, Jeff, and they have three children: Lorelai (18), Xander (17) and Janae (15). She will serve on-site during the season, but work remotely in the offseason from Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Shelly has a long history with Camp Arcadia – as a teen and family retreat guest, a summer staffer, Program Director/Interim Director at Camp from 1997-2000, and Teen Retreat Counselor! Safe to say, Camp Arcadia is already a dearly loved place for Shelly and her family. Furthermore, her knowledge of Camp’s operations and culture will make her an asset to our management team.
“I am beyond blessed to be able to return to Camp Arcadia to serve staff and guests. Camp’s ministry has been a deep part of me since I was a camper in my youth. My four summers on staff were some of the most meaningful and memorable of my life. I believe that God has equipped me for this role at Camp and feel His calling to serve His people in this special place, once again.
I thank my husband Jeff and my kids, Lorelai, Xander and Janae for their unanimous support. It might sound cliche, but it really is a dream job coming true for me. I am excited to work with the entire management team in ensuring Camp’s traditions continue and paving new paths for the future of Camp.” – Shelly Gallo
In addition to her love for Camp, Shelly brings a wealth of experience with her to this position. She currently serves primarily as a franchise owner and instructor at the Jazzercise Troy Fitness Center where she oversees all aspects of the studio including scheduling, professional development, upholding quality standards and corporate compliance, marketing, special events and staff wellness. She has also served as a Physical Therapy Assistant, Wedding Hostess Coordinator and Dance & Health Educator.
Shelly brings strengths in organization, relationship building, communication, and ministry focus to this position, and we look forward to seeing all the ways Camp Arcadia’s ministry will be blessed through her.
I am so excited to have Shelly join our team. I know how much she loves Camp Arcadia’s ministry and, having worked with her for years, I know she has a heart for nurturing young leaders and exceptional organizational skills. I am confident that she will build on the strong foundation that Jess has left as Camp’s Assistant Director.” – Chip May
Join us in welcoming Shelly to the Camp Arcadia Management Team!
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Wonderful news! To God be the glory!
Congratulations Shelly!
Congratulations Shelly! We are so thankful for you
Congratulations Shelly and the entire Gallo family! Camp is blessed to have you. We can’t think of a better person to fill this role. Shelly is the absolute best with a true heart for the Lord and Camp’s mission.
Shelley is a fantastic addition to a great team!
This is amazing! Congratulations!
We are beyond delighted to have Shelly as camp’s program director. She brings so much joy wherever she is. She is so capable and will be a great blessing to camp ‘s ministry.
Congratulations Shelly!! Camp Arcadia couldn’t pick a better person to be assisted camp director.
Shelly’s dream job! I love it. Congratulations Shelly!
so excited for you Shelly!!! Praying for this transition!
Let’s go!!!!
Yay! Congratulations Shelly. What exciting news! 🙂 Just as you were a fantastic teen week counselor, I know you will do well in this role.
This is amazing. Congratulations!
Thanking God and praying for Shelly and family and Camp in this transition.
We are ABSOLUTELY THRILLED for Shelly, the Gallo family and Camp Arcadia! This is truly a MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!! WE ARE SO HAPPY!!!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Great news. Congratulations Shelly!
Wonderful news! Welcome Shelly!
Congratulations, Shelly! So happy to hear working at Camp is your dream job! Congratulations, Camp Arcadia, for hiring someone with many talents, a love for the Lord, for people, and for Camp Arcadia!
Congratulations on your new role Shelly!. Your skills and experience are a perfect fit for Camp – you will bring tremendous value to the mission and provide a positive impact with your knowledge & servants heart. Praying for God’s blessings on you♥️🙏🏽
Fantastic news! Congratulations!
Congratulations, Shelly! What a full circle moment for you. I’m thrilled for your family to experience Camp Arcadia in a whole new way.
Great hire!
Good for Camp Arcadia, and congratulations to Michelle! Camp is blessed indeed!
Congratulations , Shelly!! Great news!!!!
Congrats Michelle!
Maybe we can bolster attendance from Redeemer congregation?
Karl & Leanna Bush………
Congratulations, Shelly! Happy for you – and RKD!
Look forward to seeing a lot more of you next summer, God willing!
Super! Also, our daughter, Sarah (Robards) Barnes, says, ” Congratulations!” We looking forward to seeing you!