Adam Baca serves as a Wolf Conflict Coordinator for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, where he works with livestock producers, agency staff, and local communities to reduce conflicts between wolves, people, and livestock. His role focuses on developing processes that support staff deployment of proactive conflict mitigation strategies, providing technical assistance, and supporting coexistence efforts as wolves are restored in Colorado. Adam collaborates with ranchers, wildlife managers, and other stakeholders to develop practical, science-based systems and solutions that balance wildlife conservation with agricultural needs. He is committed to building strong relationships through communication, outreach, and on-the-ground support. Through his work, Adam helps advance Colorado Parks and Wildlife's mission to conserve wildlife while addressing the needs and concerns of Colorado's diverse communities.

Amber came to Colorado for graduate school and, like a lot of Wisconsin transplants, never quite left — though she still makes it back to the lake at least once a year, usually to talk herself into learning something new behind the boat (surfing, hydrofoiling, whatever comes next). These days she's working her way segment-by-segment along the Colorado Trail and slowly turning a recently purchased house into something livable, one project at a time.

Professionally, Amber brings nearly 20 years in conservation, nonprofit leadership, and collaboration to the PITO Planning Committee. In her role with GOCO, she supports grantees working to protect land, expand outdoor access, and strengthen communities across Colorado. Her background spans land stewardship, grant management, and capacity-building with organizations like Palmer Land Conservancy and the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative — work that's left her especially passionate about connecting people to the outdoors and making funding processes more accessible.

She's excited to help create an inclusive, impactful conference that celebrates the partnerships making Colorado's outdoors stronger.

Breanna (Bree) Gonzalez manages the Community Air Protections & Engagement team at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, where she helps ensure the state exceeds the expectations of the Environmental Justice Act for all communities. She also serves as the Policy Chair for Everyone Outdoors Colorado, advocating for equitable and justice-centered access to and influence in public lands, conservation, and recreation. Based in Grand Junction, Bree is a desert enthusiast who loves climbing sandstone cracks, walking along the Colorado River, and building community through her work with Escala, a climbing organization uplifting Latino climbers. Bree is excited to help bring together a variety of voices and stories through the Partners in the Outdoors Conference, and remind folks that we’re more connected than we think when it comes to the places and passions we love.

Brittany Parker was born and raised in Rifle, Colorado, and now lives at 10,200 feet in Leadville where she tends to her chickens, ducks, and turkeys as well as her love for the alpine. Before she immersed herself in conservation and hunting, Brittany started a business teaching whitewater stand-up paddling and river surfing, traveling around the country – and the world – in her van and exploring rivers and teaching river stewardship to others.

It wasn’t until later in life that Brittany found hunting; She fell in love with the connection she felt to nature after romping around in the Colorado Rockies, carrying her bow, and looking for critters. Hunting was her gateway to conservation, she began volunteering with Backcountry Hunters & Anglers in 2019 and moved into a full-time position with the organization soon after.

Catie is an Assistant Director at the Salazar Center for North American Conservation, where she runs a capacity-strengthening and funding program that drives faster, more effective conservation solutions across the continent. Prior to joining the Center in 2019, Catie oversaw the Colorado Water Center’s grantmaking and outreach programs and previously spent nearly a decade in fundraising roles that directly supported conservation research, education, and practice at both local and international scales. Catie holds a Master’s degree in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources from CSU and a BA in political science from Northwestern University. She currently also serves on the board of American Friends of Canadian Nature and the steering committee of the Environmental Capacity Builders Network, and in her free time, she can often be found running, camping, and hunting on Colorado’s public lands.

Mr. Schneckenburger currently serves as the Regional Trails and Dispersed Recreation Program Manager for the Rocky Mountain Region of the United States Forest Service in Lakewood, Colorado. Prior to working with the US Forest Service, Chad served as the National Conservation Lands Program Manager for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Colorado State Office. Chad has expertise in natural resource recreation planning and policy, trail planning and design, partnership development, community engagement, and sustainable tourism. He previously served on the Board of Directors for the Society of Outdoor Recreation Professionals (SORP) as Vice President and Treasurer. Mr. Schneckenburger holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Political Science from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina and a Master’s of Science degree in Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Courtney Massey (she/her) is a Biologist with Ducks Unlimited, Inc., where she works to advance wetland conservation and watershed restoration across Colorado. Her work focuses on building partnerships and developing projects that balance habitat conservation, recreation, education, and community needs. Drawing from a background in conservation biology and human dimensions of natural resources, she is particularly interested in the relationship between people and the landscapes they share. She lives in Fort Collins with her partner and dog and enjoys spending time outdoors in Colorado's mountains, rivers, and wetlands.

As the Fisheries Engagement Manager for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Dan combines over three decades of field experience with a strategic focus on public outreach. He is passionate about fostering collaborative relationships between agencies, stakeholders, and the angling public, and looks forward to serving on the PITO Planning Committee. As the Fisheries Engagement Manager for Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Dan combines over three decades of field experience with a strategic focus on public outreach. He is passionate about fostering collaborative relationships between agencies, stakeholders, and the angling public, and looks forward to serving on the PITO Planning Committee.

I grew up in Michigan, and at a young age was exposed to the outdoors in a variety of ways. A summer trip with my family out to Rocky Mountain National Park when I was younger cemented my love of the mountains, and subsequent college internships in Virginia and Idaho cemented my desire to work in the outdoors. After graduating from Central Michigan University where I earned my degrees in Outdoor Recreation Management and GIS, I started with CPW in 2011 as a seasonal ranger at Sylvan Lake and Stagecoach. I was hired on full time in 2012, and have worked at Lake Pueblo, Lory, Vega, and now Eleven Mile/Spinney Mountain State Parks. In my spare time, I enjoy hanging out with my wife while fly fishing, hiking, golfing, playing hockey, and really any activity that gets us outside.

Foremost, I consider myself a passionate and collaborative environmentalist that looks to creativity and inclusive ideas when problem-solving. Professionally, I serve as the Director of Enterprise Programs at CSU where I work in the nexus of conservation, leadership education, and capacity building. Originally from rural southeastern Oklahoma, I was raised in a farming family that provided my first insights to what it meant to be a steward of the land. Moving to Northern Colorado five years ago, this community has quickly become home to me, and I’ve been able to invest in it through additional roles that include chairing the Natural Resources Advisory Board for the City of Fort Collins and serving as the president of the Board of Directors for Friends of Lory State Park. In my spare time, you can either find me trail running around the foothills, playing a game of adult kickball, or hanging out with my dog and partner at one of the local breweries.

Gabi Morey grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia. Her early outdoor experiences took her to the creek down the street where she enjoyed quietly sitting and watching garter snakes pop out of the stream bank, as well as visits to natural areas all along the east coast. She received a bachelor’s degree in Biology from the College of Wooster in Ohio, and a master’s in Wildlife Biology from Michigan State University where she completed a biodiversity study in northern Minnesota. Since then, she has worked in the field of conservation education for more than 20 years, working within both non-profits and government organizations all over the country. In Colorado she worked for San Juan Mountains Association for 15 years before exploring the landscapes of Montana, working there as the Director of the Montana Audubon Center in Billings. While Montana was beautiful, she and her family missed the spectacular deserts, mountains and people of southwest Colorado, which brought them back to Montezuma County in March, 2022. When she’s not working as the Director of the Montezuma Inspire Coalition, she enjoys hiking, skiing, rafting, mountain biking, and being outside as much as possible with her family.

Jake is a dedicated parks and public lands researcher passionate about understanding people's experiences in the outdoors. Growing up in North Dakota and Minnesota, Jake spent many weekends in the lakes region, hiking, boating, and enjoying time with family. Since 2017, Jake has called Westminster, CO home and currently serves as the COO for RRC Associates, a social science research firm based in Boulder. In his free time, Jake loves hiking in the local community, exploring new parks, and sharing Colorado's great outdoor spaces with his friends and family.

As the Mountain Parks Coordinator for DPR: Outdoor Recreation, Josh utilizes his B.A.s in Integrative Physiology and Ecology & Evolutionary Biology from CU Boulder as well as a M.Sc Managing in the Energy Industries from the University of Dundee in Scotland, to develop plans that foster a deep sense of appreciation and love for the outdoors in the Denver community by creating fun and exciting opportunities to adventure out into the mountains, lakes, and deserts, and forests of Colorado. Prior to this new position, Josh had been the Grant Funded Programs Coordinator for the past 4 years and continues to serve on DPR's Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion team.

Kendra Mullins is the founder of Orophile Outdoor Adventures, an organization she created to help people connect with one another and experience the outdoors together. She curates fun outdoor adventures across Colorado while intentionally building community and creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels like they belong. Since moving to Colorado, Kendra has embraced new outdoor activities including snowboarding, snowshoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and snow tubing, and she loves encouraging others to step outside their comfort zones. Her passion is bringing people together, fostering meaningful connections, and helping others discover the physical and mental benefits of spending time in nature. Whether someone is looking for a hiking buddy, a supportive community, or simply has questions about getting outdoors, Kendra is always happy to help. She is excited to serve on the PITO planning committee and contribute to creating inclusive opportunities that inspire more people to explore, connect, and thrive outdoors.

I have been with CPW off and on for over 20 years. I love what I do and appreciate all the people I work with and for. My greatest passion at this time is my granddaughter, I love spending all my free time with her. I'm trying to be more outgoing and being part of this committee has helped.

Kristen Cannon is the Events and Communications Coordinator for the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA), where she helps foster collaboration across sectors and leads the planning and promotion of events that support the outdoor recreation community in the  Pikes Peak region. As a military spouse, Kristen has lived all over the country, and through each move, she’s found that time spent outdoors is the best way to feel grounded, build community, and explore new landscapes. Now based in Colorado Springs, she brings her creativity, adaptability, and passion for the outdoors to her work with PPORA. In her free time, Kristen enjoys reading, hiking, mountain biking, and rock climbing, often with her husband, three kids, and two pups by her side. She’s passionate about making outdoor spaces more accessible, welcoming, and sustainable for everyone.

Liz is the Rocky Mountain Restoration Initiative Coordinator at The National Wild Turkey Federation. She earned her B.S. from Colorado State University, where she studied large carnivores across the Western states. She is currently completing her M.S. in Environmental Policy and Management at the University of Denver. Last year, she received the Grossman Scholar award from Volunteers For Outdoor Colorado for her graduate studies. Based in Montrose, Liz enjoys trail running, swimming, cycling, fishing, and hunting in her free time. Over the past six years, she has also been dedicated to training her two vizslas for hunting and competitions nationwide.

Born and raised in Southern California, I became interested in agriculture and the outdoors when I attended UC Davis. After working in the agtech industry for a couple years, I earned my M.Sc in Horticulture from Pennsylvania State University and became more interested in nonprofit and service work.

As a state employee with the Colorado Department of Agriculture, I enjoy serving my community and contributing to the stewardship of this beautiful state! I'm excited to be part of the planning committee for Partners in the Outdoors conference and apply my skills to ensure a successful and smooth conference experience for all attendees. 

In my spare time, I enjoy baking, hiking, and learning more about the wonderful natural resources that this state offers. I'm looking forward to contributing my unique perspectives as a city-dweller, agriculturist, and outdoor enthusiast to this committee and ensuring we meet our conference goals!

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Maggie Gaddis is the Executive Director of the Colorado Native Plant Society (CoNPS). Maggie is a restoration ecologist and botany educator. She originally started volunteering for CoNPS as the Southeast chapter chair because she needed more botanists to participate in her citizen science-based research in the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. CoNPS members and students from all over the Front Range came down to help her collect data and that is when she knew that her people were in CoNPS. Maggie was hired as the first Executive Director of CoNPS in 2021.

Mike DelliVeneri is an award-winning marketing and communication professional who's found a way to blend his passion for the outdoors with his talent for storytelling. He is currently a Senior Director at GFM|CenterTable, where he works with a variety of outdoor and conservation clients such as Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), Beaver Creek, Aspen Institute Project Play and the Trust for Public Lands. Prior to GFM|CenterTable, he managed digital and non-traditional marketing at Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Mike graduated from Regis University with a focus in communications, marketing and photography. When he’s not working, he can be found fly fishing, practicing photography, or skiing and camping with his family.

Natalie is the Education Director for Colorado Trout Unlimited and has worked in environmental education for more than 20 years. She is passionate about connecting people with the outdoors and enjoys birdwatching, skiing, boating, SCUBA diving, and hiking. Outside of work, Natalie loves traveling with her family and exploring new places.

Natalie has been both an attendee and a conference planner for the Partner in the Outdoors Conference and always looks forward to the opportunity to learn, network, and build lasting connections with fellow conservation and education professionals.

I relocated from Chicagoland to Boulder in 1978. I was drawn here by the outdoors and to complete a MS in Human Resources. In retirement, as a member of CFO and BCNA conservation committees, I focus on outdoor education, awareness and conservation advocacy for natural habitats and all species that dwell there. I am excited to be on the planning committee working with others and combining our approaches and efforts for all who love Colorado outdoors.

Sam joined the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office (OREC) in 2017. Her work as Deputy Director supports the office’s mission of inspiring industries and communities to thrive in Colorado’s great outdoors. This is accomplished by supporting programming that focuses on economic development & business support, conservation & stewardship, education & workforce training, and public health & wellness. She loves the outdoors and spends her free time participating in a variety of activities, with some of her favorites including hiking, SUPing, and gardening.

Growing up in the urban landscape of East Colfax in Aurora, Colorado, I found my peace early on fishing the Aurora Reservoir and walking quiet trails. Today, I serve as the Outdoor Recreation Supervisor and Grants Coordinator for Alamosa Parks and Recreation, working hard to make sure everyone has access to the outdoors. My commitment to outdoor equity and youth engagement stems from my previous role as the Outdoor Adventure Director for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley, an experience that led to an invitation to speak at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Conference on inspiring kids and staff to step outside, which is one of my major accomplishments. Deeply invested in the rugged landscape I now call home, I also serve as an active responding member and treasurer for Alamosa Volunteer Search and Rescue. I am also an avid adventurer in aquatics, which led to me taking up scuba diving as a hobby. Helping others truly brings me joy, which is why I am also a rescue diver and a lifeguard.  I am so excited to be on the Partners in the Outdoors planning committee, where I can share my love for bridging urban and rural perspectives and help create welcoming, inclusive outdoor spaces for everyone across Colorado!

Suzanne O'Neill serves as Executive Director of Colorado Wildlife Federation (CWF). Earlier she was a practicing lawyer in the US Department of Justice and in private practice. CWF works effectively to safeguard important wildlife habitats on public lands through advocacy and education, offers the popular Becoming an Outdoors Woman program and actively participates in two of the regional partnerships. Suzanne developed a panel discussion at the 2019 Partners in the Outdoors conference entitled "Balancing Outdoor Recreation and Conservation on Public Lands: A Timely Conversation," a dialogue that remains key as we all shape Colorado's outdoors future.

Zoë (she/her) is Diné, Dutch, and English and was born and raised in Denver. She earned her Bachelor's Degree at the University of Arizona and more recently earned a Master of Legal Studies in Indigenous Peoples Law from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. She is a passionate advocate for Indigenous rights and policy and is honored to serve in this role of Youth Program Lead Coordinator where she gets to uplift and empower Indigenous youth and community. At Spirit of the Sun, Zoë runs the Youth Mentorship, Youth Advocacy, and Youth Winter Sports Programs and is also involved with community outreach, event planning, and serves on the organization’s Leadership Circle.

Zoë is a huge bookworm and passionate learner. She enjoys spending time with her friends and family and loves dancing, yoga, and pilates. She loves being out in the sun and has been fostering her relationship with the land in recent years through gardening and education. She also serves on the planning committee for the Annual Navajo Mountain Bike Festival in Window Rock, Arizona.