I was born and raised in Colorado, and I’m proud to have the cultural spirit of the state, especially of the Mountain West, running through my veins. On the 4th of July a few years back, I married the smartest guy I know, Shad Murib.

We run my family ranch just up the road from Edwards. My family has owned Copper Bar Ranch since the early 80’s, although the land’s history extends back to the Homestead Act. The Copper Bar Ranch is a small business that is focused on proven homesteading practices. We also founded Ulysses Strategies.

As a former state Senator, I was always willing to always sit down in the spirit of finding common ground. I served as President Pro Tempore and Majority Whip.

I attended The University of Notre Dame where I earned a Bachelor of Science, pre-professional degree with a focus in anthropology. After college, I worked as an archeologist throughout the Rockies in cultural resource management. Then I worked for the Vail Valley Foundation and as director of the Minturn Community Fund – both non-profits focused on serving local communities. Before running for state office, I served on the Vail Town Council and was Director of Academics for the Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy. My students still call me to talk through life and share successes.

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