In this week’s episode of the Jackson Hole Connection, Stephan visits with Melissa Turley. Melissa moved to the valley over 20 years ago and has been an active community member ever since. She has served as a Teton County Commissioner and was on the Jackson town council for almost ten years. Currently, she is the Executive Director of the Teton Village Association.
Morgan is the Executive Director of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum. In this episode, Morgan shares about visiting Jackson for the first time, working at Signal Mountain, and pursuing her dream job. Stephan and Morgan talk about some interesting stories and facts about the history of Jackson and the future of the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum.
Jeff is the Chief Marketing Officer of the Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Club, an emcee of many local events and the host of Cabin Fever Story Slam, a program by the Teton County Library.
Laura made her way to Jackson in 2007 after taking an Americorp volunteer position at Teton Literacy Center. After working in a variety of roles, Laura has worked her way up to Executive Director.
Rich discovered Jackson Hole after taking a summer job in the Grand Teton National Park over 20 years ago. He now holds the important role of Teton County Emergency Management Coordinator. Rich has helped Teton County through many big events that could have been chaotic if they weren’t planned out properly, such as the solar eclipse of 2017 and Zac Brown at Rendezvous Fest.
Samuel is the Founder and Executive Director of Wyoming Stargazing, a local non-profit whose mission is to educate and inspire through Wyoming’s extraordinary skies.
Macey is a Jackson Hole native and the founder/artistic director of Riot Act Inc., a local theater company. In this episode, Macey talks about producing a wide array of plays and musicals, the supportive artist community of Jackson, and how Riot Act is continuing to create theatrical performances during the Covid19 crisis.
Monika is a Sheridan native, ultra runner and currently a race director for The Jackson Hole Marathon and Half Marathon. In this episode, Monika talks about how she is honoring her late husband by running a half marathon every day in May to help raise money for the Michael Matters Foundation.
Ali is the Founder and Executive Director of Hole Food Rescue. Hole Food Rescue’s mission is to reduce food waste and food insecurity in Jackson Hole.
Jack is the Founder and CEO of Powwater, a social business that helps create access to clean drinking water. Jack talks about the near death experience that inspired him to make an impact with his life. Stephan and Jack also talk about helping others, the importance of clean drinking water, and giving back to your community.