With 14 years of experience in high-risk and demanding work environments -- including ski patrolling and running an emergency room -- Erin is a healthcare professional and a leader who thrives in the world of anything-can-happen. She possesses a unique set of executive competencies, and is a team player who is happiest when she can empower staff with the confidence and skills to serve our communities' physical and mental health needs. Through it all, she maintains a lighthearted nature and exudes positivity.

Recognizing that our agency represents just one niche of the big picture, Erin welcomes all opportunities to collaborate with other providers to ensure access to resources for those in need and to tailor services to appropriately address the unique aspects of our valley. Erin is thrilled to have joined Aspen Hope Center in carrying out its mission, and she holds a special place in her heart for the agency's work in our valley's schools where the focus is on prevention and early intervention.  

When Erin is not helping others, she enjoys her greatest passions of traveling the world by ski and bike. 

A Colorado native, Shanda grew up on the Front Range and the Western Slope, and attended Rifle High School and Mesa State College. A Jill of all trades and self-acclaimed autodidact, Shanda wears many hats professionally and personally. Over the last two decades, she has gained vast experience in finance, business development, business management, human resources, philanthropy and more. Utilizing her sharp and diverse skill set, Shanda takes great pride in her work and in delivering the best of the best. Since 2021, Shanda has been putting to use her myriad of skills in various roles at Aspen Hope Center. In her "spare" time, alongside her husband, Shanda co-owns and operates a fast-paced vehicle-upfitting company, overseeing the business and even helping to build vehicles.

Shanda enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring the mountains. One of her favorite pastimes is archery -- which seems quite fitting, since it lends itself metaphorically to Shanda's life with her focused attempts to direct projects toward their respective goals. A mom to four, there's nothing more important to Shanda than the wellbeing of her family. From coaching U10 soccer to volunteering for school and youth events, she is always thrilled to be an integral part of her kiddos' lives. And, no matter the setting, Shanda continually seeks out ways in which she can serve the community.