Special thanks to Jennifer Hunt Johnson, Janene S. Morgan, and Kimberly A. Savage for their talent and hours of service during the founding of this company.

Holly T. Hansen, Family History Expos, Inc. President, founded the company in 2003 to feed her passion for genealogy, family history and sharing her knowledge with others. In doing so, Holly has helped thousands understand the techniques and technology to trace their roots in today's ever-changing technological environment. Holly oversees all aspects of Family History Expos, Inc.

Holly was born in Croydon, Utah where she resides today. She is a born teacher who has furthered the cause of genealogical research by teaching in genealogy conferences, at expos, through independent instructional classes, and on an individual basis.

Computers and Internet technology have changed the way family historians conduct their research. Holly lives for cutting-edge technology and brings energy and encouragement to others she touches through Family History Expos.

Family History Library patrons in Salt Lake City benefited from Holly's knowledge for more than 15 years. She is also an author, lecturer, former editor of Everton's Genealogical Helper magazine, and editor of the 10th and 11th editions of the Handybook for Genealogists.

Holly received a B.A. in History from Weber State University and continues to dedicate time to education on a daily basis.

Chris P. Hansen, Vice President
By day, Chris P. Hansen is an assistant water superintendent for Morgan City Corporation in Utah where he has worked for 21 years. By night, he is Family History Expos, Inc. vice president and one of the company's biggest fans. He and Holly have been married for 31 years. Chris oversees transportation for the expo, is in charge of set up and take down at events and oversees prize drawings.

Keven Clemens, Director of Business and Project Management
Keven's affinity for family history is enhanced by his experience as a business analyst and project manager. Organization and management are among his areas of expertise. He brings project management methodologies to Family History Expos, Inc. and a love for the adventure of family exploration.

Keven has implemented New Information Systems for three businesses using rapid application development strategies as well as updated billing systems for more than six hundred thousand customers.

With an MSS degree in human resource administration and minors in business and public administration he is a great asset to Family History Expos. He has a BS degree in history, and a genuine passion for uncovering the past.

Donna Messerly-Brown, Director of Public Relations and Marketing
With more than 25 years experience as a Utah journalist and public relations specialist, Brown's work has been published in multiple local, state and national print and electronic publications.

Brown graduated from Weber State University with a bachelor's degree in communication/journalism and has enhanced her learning with more than two decades of learning through living.

Brown served as executive director of the Cedar City Utah Area Chamber of commerce for 3.5 years, and as a board member of the Utah State Chamber of Commerce for three years. She served as president of the Utah State Chamber of Commerce for a 2007-2008 term. Brown was a writer, editor and senior managing editor for Family History Magazine (Everton's Genealogical Helper) for three years.

Brown resides with her children in the Southern Utah desert.

Support Staff

Editors
Lorraine I. Quillon
Kimberly A. Savage

Customer Service
Tanya N. Hansen
Janene S. Morgan

Expo Assistants
Jane K. Anderson
Billy D. Edgington

Family History Phonebook
Sarah B. Secrist, Project Manager
Tricialin Bird, Data Entry
Kaylee Spendlove, Data Entry
Tawnee Wadman, Data Entry
Lacie Rich, Data Entry

Lorraine I. Quillon
Lorraine exchanged the Colorado Rockies of her youth for the Virginia Blue Ridge. She was introduced to genealogy at 18, and Lorraine soon found it a consuming passion. Lorraine's husband and children keep her grounded among the living. She is the author of five books on Belmont County, Ohio records. She has also helped many others prepare their family history and genealogical publications.

Kimberly A. Savage
Kim was born in Burley, Idaho and raised in Layton, Utah. She graduated from Weber State University in Health Information Management of Records & Information Systems and Technology. Kim has researched genealogy for more than 15 years, specializing in British, Irish, Utah, and western state records. She also instructs classes in research and fun creative ways to involve others in family history.

Tanya N. Hansen
Tanya enjoys family history events and has been attending conferences, seminars, and expos since she was eight years old. She graduated from North Summit High School and is currently helping with phones and order fullfilment at the home office in Croydon, Utah.

Janene S. Morgan
Janene has been working on her own genealogy, helping others with theirs, and teaching classes since her college days. She received her B.S. in Elementary Education from Brigham Young University. She is a past president of the Ogden Region Chapter of the Utah Genealogical Association (UGA).

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