Grace Williams joined the Governing Board and Finance Committee in December of 2011. Grace has always appreciated the work SeaView has done for the community and was honored to be able to give back by serving on the Board.

Grace was raised in Seward, AK and left in the mid 90’s to attend college. She lived outside Alaska for 10 years before deciding to return to Seward to raise her daughters. Her daughters attend the local schools and are involved in various activities throughout the community. Grace coaches middle and high school basketball. She is the President of the Seward Seahawks Athletic Booster Club. In her work as a bookkeeper for a local construction company, Grace is all about numbers. She enjoys spreadsheets and balanced budgets. Heading SeaView’s Finance Committee gives her the opportunity to use her professional experience in a volunteer capacity. In her free time, you can find Grace with a book in her hand.

Stacy was raised in sunny Colorado. She moved to Seward in 2002 and is married with two feisty kids. She has owned and operated The Apex Gym/Crossfit Seward since the spring of 2007.

Stacy was involved in team sports at a young age and has grown to love the power of group fitness. Stacy has learned that having a healthy body is directly linked to a person’s positive physical and emotional wellbeing. During the last decade of teaching fitness to others she has seen people grow stronger and more confident by developing healthy habits.

Stacy holds a bachelor’s degree in biology with a minor in environmental studies from the Metropolitan State University of Denver. She is a L3 Certified CrossFit trainer and holds certifications in; CrossFit Mobility, CrossFit Weighlifting, CrossFit Kids, CrossFit Gymnastics and Hot Flow Yoga.

Stacy hopes to continue to serve the community of Seward by providing space where people can cultivate their love of being physically strong and mentally fit. When Stacy isn’t at the gym you can find her adventuring with her family!

Patrick Messmer grew up in Fairbanks, Alaska where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice in May 1999 from the University of Alaska, Fairbanks. In August of that year, he was hired by the Bethel Police Department and was sent to the Alaska State Trooper Academy in Sitka where he graduated third in his class of 41 students. During his six years with Bethel Police Department, he held the positions of Investigator and Sergeant. He was hired by the Seward Police Department in February 2006. In March 2008, he was promoted to Corporal. Cpl. Messmer was voted officer of the year in 2015.

Patrick chose to serve on SeaView’s Governing Board because as a police officer, he knows the impact that mental health has on crime and overall community health. In addition, he feels strongly that communities need to focus on solutions to problems rather than just treating the symptoms.

Micheley Kowalski is a dedicated mental health professional, entrepreneur, and
community advocate with deep roots in Seward, Alaska. Holding an MS in Mental
Health Counseling, Micheley spent 11 years as a case manager and counselor at
AVTEC, providing guidance and support to individuals navigating life’s challenges.
Passionate about fostering connection and creativity, she co-owned and operated
Resurrect Art Coffee House for nine years, cultivating a welcoming space for
community gatherings and local artists.

With an MA in English Literature, Micheley recently launched Dreamland Books &
Yarn, an independent bookstore and yarn shop, furthering her mission to create
spaces of inspiration and belonging. A dedicated teacher of meditation and mindful
movement, she leads classes designed to help others reduce stress and cultivate
well-being.

Born and raised in Seward, Micheley is deeply committed to the town’s year-round
vitality, advocating for mental health, the arts, and community engagement.
Whether through literature, wellness, or entrepreneurship, her work centers on
nurturing a resilient and connected community.

Nicole Stover holds a bachelor’s degree in Video and Audio Production from Ball State University, a master’s degree in Special Education from the University of Alaska Southeast, and a certificate in Construction Technology from AVTEC. Since moving to Seward, Alaska in 2009, Nicole has dedicated herself to supporting students and families across the region, teaching in all Seward-area schools.

Currently, Nicole serves as the McKinney-Vento Program Liaison for the Eastern Kenai Peninsula, where she works to support students experiencing housing instability. Passionate about education and community well-being, Nicole joined the Governing Board for Seaview Community Services, recognizing the organization’s vital role in supporting mental health.

When she’s not working, Nicole enjoys staying active at the gym and spending time exploring Alaska’s natural beauty with her loved ones and her dog, Rez.