FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

I am one of the founders and president of Michigan Storm Chasers. I bring 10 years of storm chasing and weather forecasting experience to the company. Social media is my full time job. When I am not working on ISCN or its affiliates, I enjoy being outside and spending time with my two daughters.

VICE PRESIDENT & GROWTH DIRECTOR

Hey everyone! My name is Chandler and I have been chasing for over 10 years! I have seen tornados in 6 states and go out to the plains every year to chase. I take a lot of value in growth and leadership and I make it my mission to make sure that MSC is always growing and building positive relationships with people in the communities around the mitten. Outside of ISCN and affiliate pages, I am married to Brittany, we have two cats (Oscar and Otis), and enjoy many different outdoor activies year-round!

CHIEF METEOROLOGIST

Hello everyone, I’m Joel Fritsma, 25 years old, and a recent graduate from Central Michigan University with a bachelor of science degree in Meteorology and GIS. I am the chief meteorologist on staff for the Indiana Storm Chasing Network and it’s affiliates. I was born and raised in Lowell, MI and have been chasing storms since 2015 when I got my license. I’ve seen two tornadoes in Indiana, and have been close to many in Michigan without actually seeing them. I’m a huge fan of Detroit sports teams, gaming, and hanging out with friends, sometimes all at the same time.

TREASURER

My name is Alex and I have been chasing storms since 2005. I have a vast amount of forecasting experience and studied meteorology at Central Michigan University. Outside of storm chasing, I work in a leadership position for Lake Michigan Credit Union and I am engaged to my fiance, Lisa.

MERCHANDISING MANAGER

Hi everyone, I have been chasing storms since 2016 when Chandler got me into it. I have gone out to the plains twice and seen 3 tornados. I enjoy streaming and working on the merchandise side of things. Outside of social media work, I enjoy many outdoor activities year round and always look forward to hunting season!

CONTENT CREATOR/DESIGNER

Hello, my name is Caleb Ivins. I am 26 years old, born and raised in Indiana. I have deep roots with the agricultural community with a farm background. I have a degree in agriculture and specialize in agronomy. I am a professional storm chaser who has been chasing for over 10 years. I have documented many tornados and many other severe weather events. I have a deep passion for physical science and a passion for the community.

Hey everyone! I am 21 years old, I have been storm chasing for 5 years mainly in Michigan. When I am not chasing storms, I am busy studying Meteorology at Central Michigan University or playing soccer, hanging with family or friends, or helping out at church.

Hello everyone! I have been fascinated with storms for as long as I can remember. I have been chasing now for 8 years and don’t have any plans on stopping. It’s an honor to serve the people across the Midwest. I look forward to bringing fast, reliable, and life saving information for years to come. When I’m not chasing storms I am hard at work being an automotive service advisor for Graff Chevrolet of Okemos. 🌪️⛈️

My name is Benjamin Richmond and I have been storm chasing since 2020 and have been passionate about weather since I was 8 years old. Chasing is a passion of mine because I love to see the beauty of the weather, traveling, as well as being able to help warn and assist the community. Outside of chasing I am a schoolteacher and am heavily involved with my church.

I’m Cody Reynolds, and since 2008, I’ve been chasing storms all across the Midwest, driven by a passion for severe weather and a commitment to public safety. By partnering with the Indiana Storm Chasing Network, its affiliates, and reporting directly to the National Weather Service, I help provide the on-the-ground data needed to issue timely warnings, giving communities valuable lead time when severe weather strikes.

Hi, I’m Morgan! Born and raised in West Michigan and I have been chasing for almost 10 years. In my free time you can find me tending to my houseplants, reading, spending time with my kids or finding some other project around the house that will never get finished. I am a lifestyle and portrait photographer and I’m excited to expand more into weather photography.

It could be a severe storm in May, a wind storm in October, or a snowstorm in January. Weather just gets my adrenaline pumping. As soon as I got my driver’s license I hit the road to chase the next storm and have never looked back. Also a mental health author, speaker, and advocate, I stay busy sharing stories of the storms I’ve faced and the ones I chase! After growing up in the Chicago area and then living around the country, my husband and I are happy to now call Southwest Michigan home.

I’ve been a weather enthusiast since I was a kid and have actively been chasing for one year. Outside of storm chasing I am a youth pastor at the life church in Warren and I work with special needs individuals.

Hey everyone! I started chasing in 2017 out in the Great Plains and been hooked ever since. I’m a pilot for United Airlines which also drives my love for the weather. I went to Michigan State (Go Green) and live in Okemos with my wife and 2 little boys. When I’m not flying or chasing I enjoy fishing and reading.

Hey everyone! I have loved weather since I was 5 years old watching the newscast getting me hyped for a snowstorm. My passion for weather is driven by why things happen and helping others. I am currently a student at Central Michigan University to pursue a degree in Meteorology.

Hey everyone! I have been storm chasing since late 2018. I am extremely excited to be a chase partner with ISCN and am very passionate about helping to get the right information out there and helping keep Hoosiers safe! I graduated from Huntington North Highschool and I currently work at the Wabash County Sheriff’s department! Outside of Storm chasing I love to fish and love spending time with my family!

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Ben Richmond

Cody Reynolds