Welcome to Avenida Naperville

Bringing together the things that are most important to you to create your ultimate active adult lifestyle is what we’re all about. In fact, our name “Avenida" translates to “gathering.” We’ve gathered stylish apartment designs and elegant community spaces with just the right level of service and flexibility for your personal happiness and enrichment. Avenida Naperville offers a true synergy of living, where every aspect of life is respected so you can move forward and realize your future in your own way, on your own terms, in America's #1 safest city.

Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering a unique 62+ lifestyle unlike any other. Click below to learn more about them.

Michele Clemen | Executive Director

As Executive Director, Michele oversees and guides the day-to-day functions of Avenida Naperville, and leads community sales and operations. Michele has nearly 17 years of experience in the senior housing industry, and she also been active in the Naperville community since moving to the city in 2004. She has been a member of the Naperville Jaycees and The Rotary Club of Naperville, and she was appointed to the City of Naperville Housing Advisory Commission in 2013; she has also been the Chairman of the commission since 2014. Additionally, Michele serves as the President of the Board of Directors for Naperville Community Television, Channel 17, and she is a member of the board of the Cress Creek Homeowners Association.

Michele has a Bachelor of Science in Health Communications from Grand Valley State University and she earned her MBA from North Central College.

MClemen@AvenidaNaperville.com

Kathy Fezzuoglio | Sales & Marketing Director

Kathy Fezzuoglio, a lifelong Chicago area native, has been in the senior living industry for 12 years. Kathy is passionate about helping others live their best life and is excited to join the team as our Sales & Marketing Director. She is a member of the Central DuPage Kiwanis Club and an active member at Wheaton Church. Together, Kathy and her husband Joe have one daughter who is studying nursing at St. Louis University. A dog lover at heart, Kathy and her family rescued a basset hound and chocolate lab. Kathy loves the outdoors and when she isn't working she enjoys playing tennis and golf, going hiking, and camping.

KFezzuoglio@AvenidaNaperville.com

Tom Vander Velde | Sales & Marketing Director

Tom Vander Velde is the Sales & Marketing Director at Avenida Naperville. He brings with him several years of experience within the senior living industry and a lot of energy. Tom is excited to be a dynamic member of the Avenida Naperville team. He has a passion for helping people and his favorite part of his job is getting to know every person’s story. Tom is often considered an “old soul,” throughout his life he has always focused on learning from older generations and applying the wisdom he's learned to his own life. Outside of work, Tom enjoys being active in his church, traveling, and can never pass up a good karaoke night.

Tom holds a BS in Health Science with a minor in Psychology from the University of Missouri.

TVanderVelde@AvenidaNaperville.com

Jane Abe | Resident Enrichment Director

With a diverse background in business, health and fitness, as well as event planning, Jane brings a wealth of experience and skills to Avenida. As a fifth-generation resident of Naperville, Jane has worked closely with numerous non-profit organizations, church programs, and reunion committees—assisting with her alma mater’s fundraising efforts. As a long-standing employee of the Edward-Elmhurst Health and Fitness Centers’ Aquatics and Customer Service departments, she has been a leader in instructing and supporting in a variety of areas: cardio and interval training, Arthritis, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, and yoga. Jane's passion is to create a fun, invigorating, and obtainable environment while bringing smiles to the participants' faces. Prior to working at Avenida Naperville, Downers Grove, and Aurora Chambers of Commerce, Abe was the Director of Health & Wellness at the Heritage YMCA. Jane believes an active mind, body, and spirit enhances your life and creates longevity and she enjoys helping others find their balance and improve their overall well-being. Jane holds a BA in Business Administration with a minor in Health Fitness from Hope College in Holland, Michigan.

JAbe@AvenidaNaperville.com

Hyacinth Waranimman | Business Office Director

Hyacinth Waranimman is the Business Office Director at Avenida Naperville. She graduated from National Louis University and brings over 20 years of experience in the senior living industry, having served in a variety of roles and settings. In her most current role as a Nursing Department Coordinator, she was responsible for scheduling a staff of over 40, keeping the department within budget and making sure all policies and procedures were being followed for state licensure. In her free time, Hyacinth volunteers at the high school her children attend. She loves to travel and spend time with her three children, husband, and dog Jax and also dabbles in art and calligraphy.

HWaranimman@AvenidaNaperville.com

Alan Reyes | Maintenance Director

Alan Reyes is the Maintenance Director at Avenida Naperville. Alan was born in Chicago and raised in Berwyn, IL. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1999 and is still enlisted in the Illinois National Guard; he is a few months shy of his military retirement. His job as a Diesel Technician and rank as Sergeant are just titles. Alan completed four tours of duty in the Middle East totaling 46 months overseas and served his country proudly. Upon his return, he spent many years working in senior living industry as a Maintenance Director at different communities. Alan is a volunteer and supporter of local police departments, school districts, and non-profit organizations that benefit the youth of Aurora. Alan's passion is helping people and at home he has a loving wife and five children

AReyes@AvenidaNaperville.com

Pat Powers | Move-In Coordinator

As Move-in Coordinator, Pat will focus her time and talent in assisting new residents as they navigate their “Best Move Ever.” Pat is a seasoned professional within the Senior Living Industry. She has achieved her success in her 25-year career in Sales and Marketing within well established senior communities. She is now focusing her time and talent in the Independent Living arena with Avenida. She has been a Board Member of ASSP for the past 20 years where she participated on the grant committee. Additionally, Pat has been a Board Member of the Lisle Naperville TRIAD where she served as Treasurer and was a member of Aurora Rotary. Pat has been an active member in several Chambers since she moved Green Trails in Lisle in 1993. She is an avid golfer, plays Mahjong, and enjoys traveling to visit her granddaughter Rory. Pat holds a Bachelor of Arts in Community Health Education from Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN.

PPowers@AvenidaNaperville.com

Michael Murphy | Project Manager