Our Team

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Kent Zelle
Founder, CEO

A summer kid who didn't want to leave, Kent brings a love for “local color”, the environment and 14 years in Consulting and company building to the Nauset Rental team. Prior to founding Nauset Rental, he studied at MIT, helped grow a consulting company from 20 to 200 people to a successful exit as part of the senior leadership team and worked with Fortune 100 clients like Best Buy, AT&T, Verizon, Zerox, Blue Cross, etc. However, helping vacation homeowners lever innovation, best practices and technology previously accessible only to the Fortune 500 has been the most fun by far. He is super passionate about building a company based on Cape Cod that is innovative, tech-enabled, and family owned (no VC $) with high-end customer service. This is a long-term venture (we believe in quality over growth) as he relies on Nauset Rental to manage his own rental home and those of friends, family and neighbors.

Favorite Beach: Nauset (of course, I was a lifeguard there in the 90s)
Favorite Ice Cream: Ice Cream Cafe and Sundae School
Favorite Secret Spot: The various un-trafficked conservation areas across the cape. There are so many trails and beautiful quiet spots (even in the height of summer)!

Devin McGuire
Chief Operating Officer

Devin grew up on the Cape and came back and joined the Nauset Rental team in 2016. She brings deep operations and “getting it done” experience from running a non-profit in the Boston area. Devin now oversees the day to day operations at Nauset Rental and has become an expert in vacation rental operations, revenue management, technology and the like. She is passionate about building a sustainable and local company, contributing to the local economy and networks on the Cape. Devin resides in Brewster, and in her free time you’ll typically find her hiking or biking around the Cape, or at the beach with her family.
 

Tracie Vincent
Director of Sales

Tracie has lived on the Cape for over 20 years and has worked with vacation rentals for the past 10 years. She loves being a part of so many families creating great memories on this beautiful sand bar. Her prior experience includes owning and running a restaurant and corporate marketing. When not at work she is busy with her family and dogs and loves boating with them to quiet beaches, walking the amazing trails and exploring the many unique things that each town has to offer on Cape Cod.
 

Kelsey Morse  
Operations Director

Joining the team in the spring of 2023, Kelsey brings extensive local knowledge of Cape Cod to Nauset Rental and quickly established herself as a lead in our operations. Kelsey was raised in Chatham, the “elbow” of the Cape, and previously enjoyed a career in customer service management in the local marine industry. Kelsey believes in the importance of developing and maintaining long lasting relationships with clients, and is excited to help prospective guests find their dream vacation rental! Kelsey still lives in her hometown with her fiancé. In her free time you can find her out on her boat, fishing for stripers, or reading a good book.

Austin Dunbar
Operations Specialist

A Cape Cod native, Austin offers a wealth of insight into the local community and lifestyle. With a background in property management and healthcare, he brings a unique combination of skills and a passion for working with people, always approaching his role with enthusiasm and care. In his free time, Austin is an avid cyclist who loves exploring Cape Cod’s scenic national seashores—his favorite way to stay active. When he’s not biking in the summer or skiing in the winter, you might find him driving onto the outer beach, enjoying a meal at one of his favorite local restaurants, or spending quality time with family and friends.

Gerry Smith
Special Projects 

Gerry brings deep experience managing and executing complex projects for Nauset Rental.