Growing up in western Massachusetts, Terra learned to appreciate the beauty and privilege of participating in a vibrant local food system. This early exposure fueled her passion for farming, personal gardening, and for expanding food access within communities. Terra has worked on two small CSA farms in Western Massachusetts in addition to cultivating her own gardens in […]
I live in Breckenridge. I work at The Pinnacle Companies. I joined the board May 25, 2025. I joined the board because I believe local action is one of the most powerful tools we have to fight climate change. HC3 is doing smart, tangible work in our own backyard, and I wanted to bring my strategic […]
Raised in Kansas, Lani grew up gardening with her family, but has called Summit County home for many years now. She attended Kansas State University earning her BS in Horticulture Science and later a MS in Horticulture emphasizing Urban Food Systems. Lani has been working, studying, and teaching sustainable agriculture for over 20 years and […]
Mike Dennis grew up in Northeastern Pennsylvania, where his love for nature and the outdoors first took root. In 2011, he moved to Colorado and has called Summit County home since 2013. During the COVID-19 lockdown, Mike spent time in California exploring natural organic farming and land development. This experience deepened his passion for organic […]
Annie grew up in Idaho and found a quick sense of home in Colorado when moving here for college. She has a B.S. in Nutritional Science and enjoys working alongside communities that want to create nourished and sustainable food systems. She has worked in many sustainable agriculture and community food access settings, creating programs focused […]
My name is Tessa Clarke, and I have been farming with HC3 since 2021. I received my BS in Sustainable Development with a concentration in Sustainable Agriculture and Agro-Ecology from Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina. My favorite things to discuss in regenerative agriculture are soil fertility and vermiculture (composting with the help of […]
I live in: Breckenridge I work at: Retired Financial Services executive I joined the board: March 2025 I joined the board because: I’d like to actively support HC3 in achieving its climate action goals and look for ways to help our community adopt climate friendly practices to the greatest extent possible. My passion is: Being outdoors skiing […]
I live in: Dillon Valley I work at: Summit County Government I joined the board: March 2025 I joined the board because, first, I believe in HC3’s mission. I also believe that we need many solutions – both tactical and by advocacy – to positively impact our world and stem the tide of climate change. […]
I live in Silverthorne I work at Alpine Bank as a Lender I joined the Board March 2025. I believe in HC3’s mission of providing practical solutions for waste reduction and resources management within our communities. Supporting HC3 and its mission will make our local communities an example for others to learn and grow from. […]
I live in Frisco, and work at being a human Being. I joined the Board in March 2018, took a required year off, and rejoined in March 2025. I rejoined because I hope I can provide a useful perspective based on my access to ancient wisdom. My passion is for working with other people who […]
Heather joined HC3 in January 2025, bringing a diverse background that spans public education, human resources, and the ski and service industries. With a deep focus on organizational culture and the employee experience, Heather is passionate about creating work environments that foster growth, collaboration, and engagement. After years of integrating sustainability into both her professional […]
Summit County residents, say hello to Pay as You Throw!
We’re kicking trash to the curb with a whole new way to think about curbside collection. Join HC3 and County representatives for a virtual forum on Thursday, June 12 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Get your questions answered and learn more about the changes coming to trash collection services.
