Kris Mattera

President & CEO | director [at] basaltchamber.org

Kris moved to the Roaring Fork Valley from Boston, Massachusetts in late October 2016, following years of visiting Colorado and a summer working in Buena Vista. She received her undergraduate degree in graphic design and multimedia studies from Northeastern University and a Master’s degree in integrated marketing communications from Emerson College. During her 13 years in Boston, she worked in marketing and communications roles at higher education institutions and advertising agencies, in addition to teaching social media at the undergraduate level.

Kris is fascinated by the intersection of community, technology, society and the digital space, and how it can be leveraged to build personal connections and tell great stories. She moved to the valley due to its mix of job opportunities, recreation, culture, mountain town charm and natural beauty. Kris has found chambers of commerce to be the lifeblood of mountain communities. “Every day I feel so lucky to live here and have the opportunity to work and play in a beautiful postcard.”

Her interests include running, skiing, hiking, camping and being outside as much as possible. She loves traveling, especially visiting National Parks and adding stamps to her NPS passport. As a native New Englander and runner, she is back in Boston every Patriot’s Day, where she has volunteered at the Boston Marathon Finish Line since 2006, and serves as the team captain for food distribution.

Bridget Ebeling

Office Manager & Membership Relationship Coordinator | info [at] basaltchamber.org

Bridget is a new addition to the Roaring Fork Valley, though her appreciation for tight-knit mountain communities runs deep. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, she first fell in love with Colorado’s landscapes during a college tour at the University of Denver. She recently completed her degree in Computer Science and French, with a minor in Graphic Design.

During her time at DU, Bridget held roles in both IT and design, enjoying opportunities that blended creativity with technology. A spontaneous weekend trip to the valley sparked a deeper appreciation for the region’s natural beauty and the strong connection between its residents and their environment. After spending a summer in Carbondale working at a flower shop, she knew the valley would become part of her story.

Bridget enjoys skiing, paddleboarding, and climbing, and is happiest when she’s outside in the sunshine or snow. A dedicated yogi and creative at heart, she also spends time drawing, painting, and making jewelry. She looks forward to building meaningful connections in the valley through her passion for both the arts and technology.

Emily VanGerpen

Interim Bookkeeper | accounting [at] basaltchamber.org

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