Mike O'Kelly was born in Pomona, California, served in the US Marine Corps, attended Pasadena City College and graduated with a degree in electrical Technology. Moving to Mammoth Lakes in 1980, he initially purchased a ski lodge and converted in into Mammoth's first Bed & Breakfast - "the Snow Goose Inn". After successfully operating the Inn, he sold it and began the development of an electrical construction business.

In Mike's many years in the Mammoth area, he has worked with many of the local realtors and contractors, giving him a good working knowledge of the real estate and construction process. He has worked in both the commercial and residential fields, and has excellent knowledge of both, from ground-up construction to remodeling.

Mike enjoys the Mammoth lifestyle, and its many outdoor activities, including fly-fishing, skiing, golf and hiking. He has worked with the Mammoth Mountain Race Department for 8 years. His three children grew up in Mammoth, and all raced for the Mammoth Mountain Race Team.

Mike's extensive real estate background includes subdivision sales for Snowcreek Realty, and property manager for Minaret Village Mall. He has been with CENTURY 21 Mammoth Realty for several years, and enjoys helping his clients with their buying and selling needs.