Our Grand Rapids Airport Team

As we grow, our mission to offer peace of mind, and a safe, happy environment that is super fun for your furry family members is even more important to us! The Grand Rapids certified team will continue to be dedicated to high-quality care for your best furiend.

We are excited to introduce Ashton Sims to our Camp Bow Wow family. Ashton will be taking on the role of Chief Operating Officer for our Brighton Township, Grand Rapids Airport, St. Clair Shores, MI, and Springfield, MO locations. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Ashton worked his way up from a Camp Counselor to a General Manager. For the last 3 years he has worked for the Camp Bow Wow corporate team as a Franchise Business Coach supporting new and existing franchise owners with a high focus on customer service, daily operations, and dog safety.

Ashton is committed to building positive relationships with people and serving dogs within their communities. Ashton holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Business Administration, providing him with a strong foundation to excel in his role.

In addition to his work, Ashton enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and rock climbing. He also enjoys attending professional sporting events and catching comedy shows or concerts. He is a self-proclaimed foodie, always searching for the best chicken parmesan, and he loves indulging in anime and video games in his free time.

Ashton’s dedication to Camp Bow Wow along with his motivation to inspire others makes him an invaluable Leader. His commitment to providing the best experience is fueled by his love for dogs and people.

Megan is our Director. She has been with Camp Bow Wow since August of 2021. She loves being around dogs all day in such a fun and playful environment. Her favorite part of working at Camp is seeing all the excited dogs walking into Camp each day. 

Megan has a 7-year-old Lab/Pit mix named Doris, who loves to snuggle, play fetch with sticks and swim in the lake. In her free time, Megan loves to read, make pottery, and loves loves loves to cook.

Mikelle is a co-manager and has been with Camp Bow Wow since October of 2021. She is Pet CPR certified and enjoys developing relationships with dogs and their owners. 

Mikelle has a dog named Sloan. She’s a 1-year-old energetic, loving, squishy pitbull and blue healer mix. She also has a 7-year-old cat, Callie. In her free time, she likes puzzles or sudoku. She always looks forward to the summer so she can do some of her favorite hobbies like camping, hiking, and taking Sloan to swim in the river.

Steven is a Co-Manager who started with us in September of 2021. He enjoys playing with dogs and getting to know our human customers. He thinks the people he works with are great and work well as a team.  Steven is pet first aid certified.  

Steven is pretty social, so much of his free time is spent with his family, girlfriend, friends, and roommates! But he also enjoys playing and watching sports, being outdoors, and almost everything that comes with being outdoors.

Ainsley is a Senior Camp Counselor and has been with us since August 2022. She wanted to work here because she loves working with animals, especially dogs, and she thought this would be a great experience. She has experience as a Kennel Attendant at a vet clinic. Her favorite part of the job is being in the yard with the dogs and getting to know her coworkers. Ainsley has a 6-year-old Poodle named Luka. He is very sweet, scared of everything, but loves people. She also has a cat named Katniss. Katniss is very sweet but also loves to chase Ainsley around her room to play-attack her. In Ainsley's free time, she enjoys reading, being with friends and family, riding horses, trying new foods, playing with her pets, and painting.

Savannah has been working with us since June 2023. She wanted to work with us because she enjoys being around dogs and is currently in school to become a Veterinarian. Her favorite part about working with us is seeing the regulars and learning all of their personalities. Savannah has 5 dogs in her family, but Brady is hers. He is an 8-year-old Cocker Spaniel that has many quirks. Her favorite thing about him is the way he sits. He sticks one leg out and one of his teeth sticks out of his mouth. In Savannah's free time, she enjoys playing tennis, going to the beach, going on hikes with her dog, and hanging out with friends. 

Meet Clarissa, our paw-sitively awesome Camp Counselor at Camp Bow Wow Grand Rapids Airport since May 2023! Clarissa saw joining Camp Bow Wow as a golden opportunity to grow personally and professionally. Aside from her love for animals, she wanted to fetch some valuable life skills, like responsibility and dependability. With a wag-tastic determination, she takes on tasks in an orderly manner and knows when to leash out for help. Clarissa's qualifications include past volunteer work showcasing her determination and responsibility, along with being a certified CPR pro for both humans and our furry friends. Her favorite part of the job? Working with awesome coworkers and serving up some delicious meals to our furry guests. While Clarissa currently can't have pets at home, she fills her free time with activities like cooking, drawing, listening to music, and baking.

Kay is a Camp Counselor at Camp Bow Wow in Grand Rapids, joining in February 2024. With a love for dogs, Kay's experience includes dog ownership and sitting. She enjoys meeting new dogs and their unique personalities. At home, she cares for 8-year-old Havanese Cedar and shares his playful nature. Kay's hobbies include reading, music, roller skating, and writing.

Meet Whisper, our enthusiastic Counselor here at Camp! Whisper joined our team in February 24th, bringing a wealth of experience from their previous role as a Summer Camp Youth Worker. Certified in CPR and babysitting, Whisper is not only skilled but also dependable and always willing to learn. Their positive attitude and love for animals make them a perfect fit for our Camp. Whisper's favorite part of the job? Spending quality time with our furry guests, of course! While they don't have pets of their own at home, Whisper enjoys pursuing hobbies like photography, drawing, cooking, and staying active in their church community during their free time.

Meet Carah, our "Camp Counselor Extraordinaire" since March 2024. With a background in customer service and a lifelong love for pups, she ensures our furry guests have a blast in the yards. While she doesn't have pets of her own, Carah's family boasts two adorable German Shepherds named Kyzer and Keno. Outside of camp, Carah enjoys attending concerts, collecting crystals and art, baking, reading, and crafting.

Kaymn is excited to explore all the different paws-itions at Camp to find the perfect fit. If she were a dog, she would be a charming Chiweenie, full of heart and personality. She has a big love for all animals and a passion for horticulture and floriculture that truly blooms. Her favorite food? Anything purple, of course. Kaymn brings a colorful spirit and plenty of love to everything she does!

Meghan is a Counselor, where she began her role in March 2024. Meghan’s passion for dogs and desire for an active job led her to Camp Bow Wow, where she enjoys working with dogs and engaging them in enriching activities. She holds a high school diploma and is a dedicated dog owner, which complements her role. Meghan’s favorite part of the job is interacting with the dogs and providing them with enriching experiences. At home, she has a yellow Labrador Retriever named Cooper, who is friendly and loves both dogs and people but can be a bit spicy at times. In her free time, Meghan enjoys riding horses, hanging out with friends, swimming, and working out.

Cortney is one of our cheerful Camp Counselors who always makes Camp a tail-waggin' good time. If she were a dog, she would be a Golden Retriever, spreading sunshine, smiles, and plenty of cuddles. When she is not busy making our campers' days brighter, you can find her hanging out with friends, hitting the trails for a good walk or hike, and treating herself to some juicy fruit or a hearty steak.

Meet Kameron, one of our adventurous Camp Counselors who keeps the fun rolling at Camp. If he were a dog, he would be a bold and loyal Doberman, always ready to lead the pack. When he is not making tails wag, Kameron is out skiing, mountain biking, long boarding, running, hiking, or just hanging out with his favorite furry friends. As for favorite food, he loves it all, just like he loves every day at Camp!

Rebecca is a Camp Counselor, where she started in May 2024. She joined to gain experience for her Pre-Vet studies at Grand Canyon University and because of her love for dogs. Rebecca is passionate, open to new experiences, and enjoys having fun at work with both dogs and coworkers. At home, she has a 4-year-old rescue dog named Moby, who loves people and adventures. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys hanging out with friends, shopping, and exploring national and state parks, having visited over 10.

Meet Mia, one of our caring Camp Counselors who brings tons of heart and happiness to Camp. If she were a dog, she would be an energetic Aussie or a friendly Golden Lab, always ready to make new friends. When she is not busy making tails wag, Mia loves spending time with horses and dogs, getting creative with art, diving into a good book, or playing games. She does not have just one favorite food, but she sure brings a whole lot of favorite moments to Camp!

Meet Avery, one of our attentive Pet Caregivers who makes sure every pup at Camp feels loved and looked after. If he were a dog, he would be a strong and loyal Doberman, always looking out for his pack. When he is not caring for our four-legged friends, Avery loves skiing, jamming to music, admiring cool cars, and, of course, spending time with animals. His go-to treat? A classic, hearty sub sandwich!