MEET THE RICHWOOD TEAM

A helpful staff of friendly and detail oriented people

Being the owner/operator for Richwood on the River is a dream come true. A wonderful friend said to me during this process, “If your dreams don’t scare you, then you are not dreaming BIG enough!” I hold on to those words daily. Thanks Tania!

I hope to inspire my daughter, Ava Rose, to fully understand to follow her dreams and to always do what truly makes her happy. The money will follow. Hearing the laughter in the walls of the mansion from guests enjoying the warmth of a fire and the love of family and friends … is exactly what my hopes were and are for this property.

I love sharing my home with you and hope to have my small part in creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Nicole McKown is a graduate from Iowa State University with a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management. During her time at Iowa State, Nicole obtained three years of event and hotel experience working with Marriott and the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, where she specialized in weddings, anniversaries, and corporate events. She learned what a positive impact a well-managed ceremony has on her clients’ life-celebrating events.

Prior to joining Richwood as Inn Keeper and Event Manager, Nicole also completed an internship with Richwood where she quickly became enamored with the property and the staff. Nicole, also having previously lived in the region, fell in love with the beautiful scenery, the beautiful Ohio River, and historic architecture of Richwood and surrounding area and is excited to share that with others during their special occasions.

Kelsey Stenger was born and raised in a small town in Southeastern Indiana. A recent graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte, NC, she majored in baking and pastry arts with a concentration in event management. Kelsey was a member of the Collegiate Ambassador Team (CAT) for two years. CAT is JWU Charlotte’s student tour guide association. CAT members strive to represent the University in a positive manner, and serve as hosts at all Admissions events.

While in school, Kelsey took courses in wedding planning and special events, and immediately fell in love with the industry. Kelsey has assisted with various weddings and events with Ava Rose Event Design and is excited to be a part of the team at Richwood on the River.

Hi! My name is Hannah Haggerty and I’m one of the Innkeepers here at Richwood on the River. I’m twenty-three years old, a recent college graduate with a degree in communications, and a lover of travel!

When my sister Colleen purchased this beautiful property, I knew I wanted to take on this crazy adventure with her. I moved here from Upstate New York, and although it’s been super hectic at some times, I have loved every second of it.

I’m looking forward to learning this business more and helping with weddings, because who wouldn’t want to be a part of someone’s best day of their lives? Looking forward to meeting you!

I’m 23 and recently graduated from Cortland University in New York with a Bachelors degree in Communications. I came to Milton, Kentucky to assist my sister, Colleen, in the start-up of her new and exciting Event Center and B & B business.

I am an avid traveler and upon graduating from Cortland I traveled extensively throughout Europe for several months. It is my goal to one day live and work in Ireland, which is where my mothers family live. When I am close to home I like nothing better than to curl up on the couch and watch a good movie.

I am enjoying my time here at Richwood On The River and learning a lot about what goes into the planning and production of a successful wedding. I mean, who wouldn’t want to be a part of the best day of someone’s life? I am so fortunate to be a part of the team at Richwood on the River.