Hi Donna
We had Michelle as our TM on the same tour in September last year. She is absolutely lovely and you will have a great time with her (I hope you also get Laura as your local guide because she is a force of nature!)
Michelle is British but speaks fluent Italian as she lives locally and has an Italian husband.
Happy to answer any other questions you may have - this is a super trip and you'll love it (especially if you like gelato.....!)
All the best
Mandy