Meet Our Amazing Team!

Born from Experience, Built for Your Journey

What began as a passion project—helping friends and family plan unforgettable trips and navigate big moves—has grown into something much more.

At the heart of our work is a simple belief: the best journeys start with trusted guidance and the kind of insider knowledge only a local with deep roots, experience, and a strong network can offer.

We're on a mission to make every adventure and relocation smoother, smarter, and more meaningful—filled with authentic experiences, local connections, and hidden gems you won’t find in a guidebook.

Behind every unforgettable trip is a team that cares.

INTRODUCING

Your LLocalz Team

INTRODUCING

Your LLocalz Team

The three founders of LLocalz, European travel experts, sitting on a couch and laughing—showcasing their passion for personalized, authentic travel planning.
Wanda O'Connor, co-founder of LLocalz and European travel expert, standing confidently in front of a gray wall.
Wanda O'Connor, co-founder of LLocalz and European travel expert, standing confidently in front of a gray wall.

Meet Wanda!

Originally from the beautiful town of Mondsee near Salzburg, Austria, Wanda has long been building bridges between cultures—both personally and professionally.

After spending most of her life in Europe, Wanda moved to the U.S. in 2019—first as a student, then as an Au Pair, and later as an intern at the EU Delegation in Washington, D.C. She went on to become Director of Talent Development, mentoring young professionals from the DACH region and helping them gain international experience in the U.S.

Today, Wanda lives in Richmond, Virginia, with her husband and their 18-month-old son. They previously lived in Munich and are now planning a year-long move back to Salzburg. She is an expert in relocation, as they not only travel back and forth frequently but also move between Europe and the U.S. every couple of years—staying closely connected to both worlds she proudly calls home.

Kate Calhoun, co-founder of LLocalz and custom travel planner, standing in front of a gray wall with her arms behind her back, smiling warmly.

Meet Kate!

After relocating from Berlin to the U.S. in 2024, Kate now splits her time between Germany and the United States—embracing the best of both worlds. As a photographer and passionate traveler, she’s always been drawn to the beauty of new places, especially the hidden corners and authentic moments that make each destination unique.

Whether she's capturing the vibrant streets of Berlin through her lens or scouting quiet gems across Europe, Kate brings a personal touch, creative perspective, and local insight to every journey she designs.

Blending her artistic background with real-world travel know-how, she’s dedicated to creating meaningful, visually rich, and joy-filled adventures—so every traveler walks away with memories (and photos) to last a lifetime.

Kate Calhoun, co-founder of LLocalz and custom travel planner, standing in front of a gray wall with her arms behind her back, smiling warmly.

Meet Kate!

After relocating from Berlin to the U.S. in 2024, Kate now splits her time between Germany and the United States—embracing the best of both worlds. As a photographer and passionate traveler, she’s always been drawn to the beauty of new places, especially the hidden corners and authentic moments that make each destination unique.

Whether she's capturing the vibrant streets of Berlin through her lens or scouting quiet gems across Europe, Kate brings a personal touch, creative perspective, and local insight to every journey she designs.

Blending her artistic background with real-world travel know-how, she’s dedicated to creating meaningful, visually rich, and joy-filled adventures—so every traveler walks away with memories (and photos) to last a lifetime.

Denise Mackey, LLocalz co-founder and European travel specialist, smiling in front of a gray wall, wearing a green blazer and white shirt.

Meet Denise!

Denise, a German native, grew up near Tübingen in Southern Germany and moved to the U.S. in 2010. Her transatlantic journey began in 2004 with a life-changing year in the States—an experience that shaped her perspective, career, and passion for connecting cultures.


With years of experience leading global recruiting and development teams as a VP of Talent Development, Denise has supported individuals and companies in navigating international hiring, compliance, and leadership strategy. Her work has always centered around building intercultural bridges and helping others thrive across borders—values that are at the heart of LLocalz.


A lifelong traveler at heart, Denise has now turned her passion for exploring Europe into a mission helping others do the same - creating unforgettable, authentic vacations filled with hidden gems and meaningful experiences.

Denise Mackey, LLocalz co-founder and European travel specialist, smiling in front of a gray wall, wearing a green blazer and white shirt.

Meet Denise!

Denise, a German native, grew up near Tübingen in Southern Germany and moved to the U.S. in 2010. Her transatlantic journey began in 2004 with a life-changing year in the States—an experience that shaped her perspective, career, and passion for connecting cultures.


With years of experience leading global recruiting and development teams as a VP of Talent Development, Denise has supported individuals and companies in navigating international hiring, compliance, and leadership strategy. Her work has always centered around building intercultural bridges and helping others thrive across borders—values that are at the heart of LLocalz.


A lifelong traveler at heart, Denise has now turned her passion for exploring Europe into a mission helping others do the same - creating unforgettable, authentic vacations filled with hidden gems and meaningful experiences.

You got the ideas? We got the rest.

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The three female founders of LLocalz standing in front of a picture wall, linked arm-in-arm and smiling—celebrating friendship and shared passion for authentic European travel.

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