Shaun Ulrich has been part of the Petoskey community for 30 years, aside from a five-year stint serving in the U.S. Army. During his military service, he specialized in operating and repairing commercial radio broadcast systems, with deployments to Thailand, Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Iraq, including two wartime tours. These experiences honed his expertise in electronics and troubleshooting.

Since returning to Michigan in 2003, Shaun has worked across industries like retail, automotive, and construction. He has a natural talent for plumbing and HVAC repair and installation. Most recently, he worked in the maintenance department of a manufacturing facility, gaining experience in mechanical and electrical systems, supplier management, and budgeting.

In his free time, Shaun enjoys running, snowshoeing, motorcycle riding, and building projects at home. He is especially proud of his two musically talented children. His son, a senior at Concord, is an accomplished clarinetist, earning top honors at the State Solo and Ensemble for three years and being selected for Honors Band. His daughter, an 8th grader at PMS, plays first chair clarinet, saxophone in the jazz band, and steel drums. Shaun’s wife, Heather, is the Executive Director at Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council, whose work has inspired Shaun to become involved in the nonprofit sector.

Shaun brings a diverse skill set and a passion for problem-solving, continuous learning, and community engagement.