Board of Directors

John serves as General Counsel and Senior Advisor to the Flavor Extract Manufacturers Association, providing legal, regulatory, and scientific counsel to the association and its members. He brings decades of governance, compliance, and organizational leadership experience to the Board Chair role.

Eliana is a graduate student at Colorado State University in Ecosystem Science and Sustainability, with a focus on carbon management. Her research perspective informs the Board's approach to land, climate, and long-term stewardship.

Marilyn is Director of Respiratory Therapy at UCHealth and a certified coach through the Regional Institute for Health and Environmental Leadership. She brings clinical leadership, financial oversight, and health-and-wellness perspective to the Board.

Angela Elzer served on the Heart-J Center staff from 2022 to 2026, where she helped shape many of the organization's signature youth education experiences. She played a leading role in launching and expanding the Nature School, guiding its growth into one of the region's premier nature-based educational programs while also overseeing adventure camps and experiential youth programming.

Marshall is the Founder and Executive Director of Combat Recovery Foundation, a nonprofit supporting veterans and first responders through community, purpose, and outdoor-based experiences. He brings extensive leadership experience in veteran advocacy, partnership development, and mission-driven programming focused on resilience, connection, and healing through nature.

Clinton serves as State Program Specialist for Behavioral Health Logistics with CSU Cooperative Extension. His work across rural and agricultural communities strengthens the Board's understanding of behavioral health, working lands, and community partnership.