
ABOUT US:MEET THE TEAM
A Warm
WELCOME
Great ideas happen when we come together, and at Avenida Naperville, our team of experienced professionals believes it’s the only way to set our active adult community apart. Because here it’s about bringing together every dream and detail to create the ultimate active adult lifestyle. It’s gathering stylish apartment designs and elegant community spaces. Mixing services and convenience with wellness and luxury. And it’s uniting the active, social and empowering lifestyle you want to lead with a city that’s built for living well.
Together, we’re crafting a 62+ community unlike any you’ve ever seen. Take a look below to see what we’re all about.
Meet The
TEAM
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Michele
Clemen
Clemen
Community
Manager
Michele received her MBA from North Central College and a degree in Health Communications from Grand Valley State University. She has been active in the community and the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce since moving to Naperville in 2004. As a member of the NACC, Clemen has participated in the Chamber’s leadership program, and is a member of the Business Works and Women in Business Committees. She was one of the 2021 Four under 40 award winners. Michele finds joy in giving back to her community and has been a member of the Naperville Jaycees and The Rotary Club of Naperville and served on the City of Naperville Housing Advisory Commission. Additionally, Michele has served on the board of directors for Naperville Community Television and is currently serving as a board member of Naperville Responds for Veterans where she is the Chairperson for the annual Naperville Salute event held over the Independence Day weekend. Michele, her husband, Adam, and their dog, Ivy, live in Cress Creek subdivision.
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Tom
Vander Velde
Vander Velde
Sales
Consultant
Tom brings many years of experience in the senior living industry to his role. He has a strong passion for helping people transition from homeownership as they start a new life in a senior living community. The part of his role Tom enjoys the most is learning every individual’s unique story. Tom’s energy and enthusiasm—coupled with his dynamic personality—truly put people at ease.
Tom holds a BS in health science with a minor in psychology from the University of Missouri - Columbia. In his spare time, he enjoys being active in his church and traveling.
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Carrie
Tuma
Tuma
Move-In
Coordinator
Coordinator
As Move-In Coordinator, Carrie focuses her time and talent in assisting new residents as they navigate their “best move ever.” Carrie began her career in the senior living industry in 1996. Her love for working with older adults stemmed from volunteering at a skilled nursing facility while in high school. Carrie lives in Naperville with her husband, Joe; and their two teenage daughters, Callie and Caelyn. Carrie received her Master’s degree in Human Service Administration from National Louis University and a degree in Psychology with a minor in Gerontology from Illinois State University.
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Kathy
Fezzuoglio
Fezzuoglio
Sales
Consultant
Kathy, a lifelong Chicago area native, has been in the senior living industry since 2009. Kathy is passionate about helping others live their best lives. She is an active member at a Wheaton area church. Together, Kathy and her husband, Joe, have one daughter who is a registered nurse. Dog lovers at heart, Kathy and her family rescued a basset hound and have a chocolate lab. Kathy loves the outdoors, and when she isn't working, she enjoys playing pickle ball, hiking and camping.
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Jane
Abe
Abe
Lifestyle
Coordinator
With a diverse background in business, health and fitness and 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 including 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 participants' faces. 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/wellness fitness from Hope College in Holland, Michigan.
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Hyacinth
Waranimman
Waranimman
Assistant
Community
Manager
Hyacinth graduated from National Louis University with a B.S. in Biology and brings over 30 years of experience in the senior living industry, having served in a variety of roles and settings. She loves to travel and spend time with her three children, Pravin, Kesey, and Ty; husband Prach and dog, Jax. She also dabbles in art and calligraphy.