Kalkaska Welcomes Susanna “Susie” Detcher as General Manager of Business Operations

KALKASKA, MI – The Michigan Independence Hockey League (MIHL) is proud to announce the

appointment of Susanna "Susie" Detcher as the new General Manager of Business Operations for the

Kalkaska Kings.

A Northern Michigan native, Susie brings a well-rounded background to the organization with

professional experience spanning education, entrepreneurship, sales, and sports. A graduate of

Northern Michigan University with a degree in education, she has worked across several industries—

including retail, restaurants, and direct sales—while also coaching youth sports and managing family

life as a mother of five.

In the business world, Susie has successfully built and managed multiple ventures from the ground

up. Her expertise includes digital and social media marketing, content creation, printable media, and

branded apparel. Utilizing platforms such as Canva and Adobe Suite, she has developed strong online

presences for several companies and organizations—including teams within the MIHL. This upcoming

season marks her third year working in a professional capacity with the league.

MIHL Commissioner Scott Brand expressed his excitement about the appointment, saying:

“We are very excited to have Susanna leading Kalkaska and joining our league and the Board of

Governors of the MIHL. With Susanna's background and the tremendous support of the community

and ice arena, the Kings will have a great future.”

Known for her drive and creativity, Susie brings dynamic energy to the Kalkaska Kings organization. Her

love of sports, passion for community engagement, and dedication to both personal and professional

growth make her a perfect fit to help guide the team into a new era.

Please join us in welcoming Susie to her new leadership role as she takes the reins in Kalkaska.