Tamara Hallo, MLS
Educator, Librarian and Genealogist with professional experience in lecturing, researching, document retrieval and evidence analysis.
I embarked on my journey to become a professional genealogist more than 15 years ago after finding a binder full of family history that was given to my mom by her great aunt. I was immediately hooked and picked up researching where she left off. Throughout the years, I have focused on discovering and sharing the stories of my ancestors, all the while realizing that I am the person I am today because of their story…their trials, tribulations, happiness, resilience, determination, and strength. Researching their lives has led to discovering my roots in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Maryland, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Canada, England, Scotland, and Sweden.
With over 25 years of experience as an educator and a Master of Library Science degree, genealogy is a perfect complement to my repertoire. I hold a certificate of genealogical research from Boston University and have completed ProGen, an 18 month professional genealogy study program. Recently, I completed the Advanced Genealogical Methods and Public Speaking courses at the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy Academy for Professionals, the Fundamentals of Hispanic Genealogical Research, Writing and Publishing for Genealogists, and Beginning DNA courses at the Institute of Genealogy and Historical Research, and Law School for Genealogists at the Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh.
I strive to offer personal and professional service keeping the needs and goals of my clients in mind. I conduct sound genealogical research for clients and adhere to the standards of both the National Genealogical Society (NGS) and the Association of Professional Genealogists (APG). I specialize in Southern United States and Miami, Florida research.
I am an educator at heart. Teaching genealogy classes and presenting on genealogical topics, both online and in-person, allows me to share my passion with the community.
Giving back to the genealogical community is also very important to me. My volunteer work includes serving as the immediate past president of the Genealogical Society of Greater Miami and creating onboarding videos for ProGen Study Groups.
Let my passion for education, research, and preserving the past help bring your family history to life.
