Owner and Operator, affectionately known as “Mich,” is the devoted caretaker and guide of the Olympic Valley Stables. Born on the North Shore of Lake Tahoe, Mich moved to the property as a toddler, where his grandparents ran a beloved horseback guided tour operation. Immersed in the beauty of the land and the care of its many animals, Mich’s upbringing was a tapestry woven with nature, family, and the evolving story of Olympic Valley.

From a young age, Mich embraced a regenerative mindset, instilled by the land and his family’s values. This deep connection would later guide him to build a collective in the valley. During his college years at Chico State and his subsequent career in action and adventure film, The Stables shifted from an active touring operation to a sanctuary on the path to recovery.

Upon his return to Olympic Valley, Mich, led by his unwavering values and commitment to peace and growth, began transforming The Stables into a vibrant event space and a home base for his blossoming passion as a plant-based chef. Over the past decade, with the support of a loving community and the inspiring stories of lives transformed, Mich has poured his heart and soul into regenerating the land, upgrading the property, and creating a space that hosts nearly 30 public community events and over a dozen private gatherings each year.

With over ten years of experience hosting memorable events, Mich and the Olympic Valley Stables have become synonymous with creating unforgettable moments. Countless happy clients attest to the property’s ability to provide exceptional and heartfelt celebrations, making every occasion truly special. Mich’s lifelong passion is to nurture this land and gather people, elevating each other, inspiring growth and harmony, and sharing these lessons with their own communities.