Melissa & Kristal
My name is Melissa Stacey and I am the owner of a local business called Feeling Organized. While I didn’t grow up in Marblehead, my family roots are here. Both my parents were born and raised here and I spent every summer with my Grandparents…biking the streets, going to sailing camp and roaming the beaches. My Grandfather, Donald Stacey, was incredibly proud of Marblehead and its history. He taught me all there is to know about this amazing town and I wanted to carry on his legacy through Discover Marblehead. When I’m not working on organizing small businesses or Discover Marblehead, you will find me out and about in town taking photos, boating and enjoying all this town has to offer!
Hi, I’m Kristal Ham. I am the voice and lens behind Forever A Nomad, a travel and photography blog that grew from my passion for exploring and storytelling. My husband, Tom, and I moved to Marblehead in 2023, where we run a counter-surveillance business together. With a camera always in my hand, I love to capture the beauty of everyday moments—whether wandering European villages, soaking up New England’s seaside magic, or uncovering hidden gems close to home. Through Forever A Nomad, I share my adventures, photography, and reflections, with the hopes of inspiring others to travel with curiosity and heart. I am thrilled to be the new business partner of Discover Marblehead and look forward to celebrating the vibrant community I now call home.
Discover Marblehead had been a dream of Melissa’s for many years, but she didn’t want to do it alone. During a meeting with Andrea Young, at a downtown coffee shop, talk turned from business to their mutual love of Marblehead and the two started Discover Marblehead back in 2018. Melissa is so grateful to Andrea for helping to get Discover Marblehead up and running!
In 2020, Amy Bucher Harrah came on board as Melissa’s business partner and the two of them got creative and shaped Discover Marblehead to what it is today…and had a lot of fun doing it! Due to Amy moving away from Marblehead, she had to step away from Discover Marblehead in early 2025.
Toward the end of 2025, Melissa “sweet talked” Kristal into joining Discover Marblehead as a business partner. And here we are today…excited about what’s next for Discover Marblehead and this amazing town of ours!
Supporting the Heart of Marblehead
At Discover Marblehead, we believe that a rising tide lifts all boats. Our community thrives when we support one another, and we’re proud to give back to the nonprofit organizations that help make Marblehead such a vibrant, caring, and welcoming place. Through donations, fundraising efforts, and community partnerships, we’re honored to support the organizations below. Their work enriches the lives of residents and visitors alike, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to help further their missions.
We are proud to support the Marblehead Food Pantry through community fundraising initiatives. Events such as the Pumpkin Decorating Kits at the Fall Fair at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion and the Mystery Box Pull during the Santa Paddle have helped raise thousands of dollars to assist the Pantry in its mission of serving local families in need.
The Marblehead Female Humane Society has been serving residents in need since 1816, making it one of Marblehead’s oldest charitable organizations. The organization provides financial assistance and support to local individuals and families facing hardship, while also funding programs that benefit seniors, students, and community members in need. Discover Marblehead is proud to support the Marblehead Female Humane Society, and we are especially honored that co-owner Melissa serves on its Board of Directors, helping further its mission of caring for our community.
Discover Marblehead is proud to partner with the Marblehead Museum to support the preservation and celebration of our town’s rich history. Through our collaboration on the annual Fall Fair at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, we donate 50% of vendor table fees directly to the Museum. We have also partnered on community events and initiatives over the years, helping to promote local history, education, and community engagement.
Discover Marblehead is proud to support SPUR through annual contributions that help strengthen our local community. Each year, we sponsor a student through SPUR’s educational programs and contribute to the Holiday Cheer Drive, helping provide support and resources to local families during the holiday season.
