Our Team
Meet the Team Behind Your Journey
Get to know the dedicated team that will make your heritage journey unforgettable. Our staff is composed of passionate individuals who bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to each trip. Whether guiding you through cultural explorations, facilitating connections with birth families, or ensuring a smooth travel experience, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
Tanya Kaanta
Owner & Director
Ben Kaanta
Associate Director
Sarah Kurtzahn
Senior Program Manager
Rebecca Blessing
Program Manager
Autumn Ackerson
Program & Marketing Coordinator
Sarah Dimick
Ties to Wellness Program Coordinator
Our Amazing Travel Staff
Your group will be accompanied by a team of adoption specialists who bring their unique backgrounds and expertise to your heritage journey. This team may include social workers from adoption agencies, therapists, adult adoptees, adoptive parents, or individuals with a special background and training in adoption.
While Ties trips are not therapy, our staff are well-versed in adoption issues and provide invaluable support during your travels. Their deep knowledge of local culture, history, and traditions ensures your journey is both enriching and personalized. Each staff member has a unique connection to adoption and a passion for serving adoptees and their loved ones on this important journey.
