One Valley’s board of directors and staff members are dedicated to serving the communities and residents in the Gallatin Valley, while looking ahead to plan for a vibrant future. Meet our team.
President & CEO
bridget@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 50
Bridget believes in the power of all people to make a difference in our communities and that strong and vibrant communities don't happen by accident. That's why in 2013, she became the first Executive Director of One Valley Community Foundation, bringing with her over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit and philanthropic sector. The One Valley Community Foundation is a place-based funder that has galvanized more than $18 million for 200+ local nonprofit organizations and regional initiatives. In 2016, Bridget was named a 20 Under 40 recipient, an honor that spotlights southwest Montana’s top young business professionals. In 2017, she was selected to be one of 10 executive directors in the U.S. to participate in the CFLeads Executive Leadership Institute for community foundations. In 2018, she took the stage at TEDxBozeman to speak about how community can be a solution to the loneliness epidemic. In 2020, 2021, and 2022, she was voted Best Community Advocate by the Bozeman’s Choice Awards. Recently, Bridget was awarded Prospera Business Network’s 2021 Leader of the Year. Bridget has her undergraduate degree from the University of Idaho in public relations and Spanish and her master’s degree in Higher Education from Montana State University. She is a graduate of Leadership Montana’s class of 2019. Bridget is a 21/64 Certified Advisor. It’s a designation that means she has training and experience working with multigenerational families to help them hone their philanthropic giving.
The access: I love that communities throughout Gallatin County are still small enough that you can call a city council member, commissioner or mayor and grab a cup of coffee to discuss community issues and ideas.
Chief Operating Officer
jennifer@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 40
Jennifer is passionate about serving local communities and has over ten years of leadership experience in public and nonprofit management. Jennifer earned a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Utah, graduating with honors. She loves to dive into operational practices, organizational planning, and finances to help organizations thrive and grow. When she isn’t at her desk or traveling to another country, she can usually be found enjoying the beautiful outdoors while skiing, biking, hiking, or climbing.
Skijoring in Hyalite Canyon and Backcountry Burger Bar
Community Engagement Manager
mark@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 30
Mark is driven by a desire to bring people together to solve complex problems. Having grown up in the Bozeman area and after graduating from Montana State University, he spent 10 years working in politics across multiple states, and has extensive experience in engaging both rural and urban grassroots communities, building politically diverse coalitions, and utilizing the collective impact model to produce outcomes on some of the toughest challenges we face. Mark spent 2 years working as the Policy Director to the City Commissioner in charge of housing and homelessness in Portland, Oregon during the Covid-19 pandemic. In this time, he worked to address the complex challenges and multiple compounding crises that the city faced by breaking down silos, highlighting the need for effective data, improving internal and external communication, and by convening people that didn't always agree to find a common path forward. This experience, coupled with time spent in the private sector at both a sales and marketing firm and at a business development consulting firm, inform Mark's passion for working across boundaries, industries, and ideologies to meet Gallatin County's needs.
Duck hunting and fly fishing on our incredible rivers, backcountry snowboarding, and running on our amazing trails.
Nonprofit Programming & Relations Manager
jill@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 20
Jill is originally from Denver and has called the Gallatin Valley home since 2012. She adventured out here for one ski season but fell in love with the amazing community and couldn’t leave. Jill graduated from the University of Oregon with a bachelor’s degree in International Nonprofit Management and Spanish. During her time there, she was the Student Event Coordinator for the University Service-Learning Program and spent her summers interning with the Vail Valley Foundation and the ALS Association. Jill joined the Gallatin County nonprofit sector as the Program Manager for Habitat for Humanity of Gallatin Valley. She then transitioned to the Director of Development role. During her years working in the local nonprofit sector, Jill grew to love the One Valley programs, especially Give Big Gallatin Valley and the Nonprofit Cafe. She believes it is an absolute honor and privilege to now be able to coordinate these educational, fundraising, and networking opportunities for her peers.
Skiing powder with friends, sunsets at Gallatin Regional Park, and hiking through wildflowers with my family.
Office Manager
jane@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 10
With her roots firmly planted in Minnesota, Jane ventured to the mountains of Montana in 1990 and has been in Bozeman ever since. She enjoyed a successful 30-year career in the legal field before transitioning into the nonprofit sector. Jane has volunteered with numerous local organizations in a variety of capacities and is delighted to apply her extensive experience and passion to the mission of One Valley Community Foundation.
Mountain sunsets, afternoons golfing or skiing on beautiful courses, and seeing friends at outdoor events.
Marketing & Communications Manager
anna@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 60
Raised in the mountains of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, Anna's love for the outdoors led her to Bozeman in 2017, where she pursued a Business Degree with a marketing focus at Montana State University. Her journey with One Valley began as a 4-month Give Big internship during her senior year. During this period, she developed a profound appreciation and passion for One Valley's mission, leading to her decision to stay on and support the organization's marketing and communications efforts after graduating.
After 3 years as a part-time employee, she was thrilled to join the team full-time and continue to expand her work with One Valley. Her dedication to the nonprofit sector is grounded in her earlier experiences working with special needs kiddos during high school and college. Through these experiences, she discovered the transformative impact of investing time in fostering genuine connections, providing support, and creating inclusive environments that empower every individual to thrive.
Anna is currently based in Vail, Colorado, where she spends her free time skiing, hiking, and mountain biking with her partner and dog, Hazy.
Ridge laps on a bluebird day, aprés at Map Brewing, and working with the best team ever at One Valley
Interim Program Manager
chloe@onevalley.org
(406) 587-6262 ext. 70
Chloe brings her passion for community connection, nonprofit collaboration, and human-centered systems to her role as Interim Program Manager at One Valley Community Foundation. Calling Bozeman home for her whole life, she has deep roots in the Gallatin Valley. Chloe holds a B.A. in Communication Studies and a certificate in Global Leadership from the University of Montana. Her career has included managing outreach for HRDC’s food and nutrition programs, as well as leading development efforts at The Traveling School.
As a participant in One Valley’s programming, including Give Big Gallatin Valley and Nonprofit Cafe, Chloe has always admired One Valley’s work to lift up causes that matter. She is honored to coordinate these events during her interim role, helping to empower nonprofits across Gallatin County.
Look for Chloe in the backcountry on skis, with a good book, or planning her next international trip.
Skiing in the sunshine, a treat from Wild Crumb, and community!
One Valley Community Foundation consists of individuals from across the Gallatin Valley who care deeply about the people and places here. Each member brings with them a wealth of knowledge and experience from various areas, including finance, business, real estate, marketing, and more.
Board Chair
onXmaps
Charlie is a Lead Product Manager at onXmaps, where he oversees the company’s web strategy and works with engineers to deliver the highest quality maps to customers. A full-time resident of Bozeman since 2018, Charlie’s connection to Montana and the Bozeman area stretches as far back as he can remember, learning to ski at Bridger Bowl and spending time at his family’s ranch in the Shield’s Valley.
Vice Chair
Gallatin County
Whitney is a lifelong Montanan who has lived in Bozeman for over 10 years. She is the communications coordinator for Gallatin County. In that role, she helps educates and inform residents about critical services the county provides. She is honored to work every day to make local government more accessible. Whitney was born and raised in Missoula and graduated from the University of Montana. She previously spent 10 years as a journalist. Whitney lives with her dog Louie and in her free time, she loves reading, hiking, playing softball, curling, and road tripping around her home state.
The incredible collection of communities across the entire county. While they look a lot different in many ways, in every one of them you will find folks willing to put in the work to take care of one another.
Secretary
Cromwell Law, PLLC
U.S. Army Reserve
Charlie is a firm believer in service. As an attorney, Charlie loves advocating for nonprofit organizations and indigent clients as well as students through MSU's legal services program. As a veteran and JAG officer in the Army Reserve, Charlie has served his country for over 20 years around the globe. And now, as a One Valley board member, Charlie is grateful to be a part of this amazing organization that focuses on serving the Gallatin County communities we know and adore.
Swimming at Hyalite. XC Skiing at Highland Glen. The Manhattan Potato Festival, Christmas Stroll, and Belgrade Fall Festival. And sharing it all with my amazing family.
Treasurer
Rosie Barndt, CPA, PC
Rosie is a native Montanan who has lived in Bozeman for over 29 years. Since graduating from Montana State University and becoming a CPA, she has worked with nonprofit organizations of all sizes. As a sole practitioner, she thoroughly enjoys assisting these organizations as they make the world a better place. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and reading by the fire.
I love the sense of community! I have found this community to be caring and giving. I enjoy the access to the outdoors, whether it be an evening walk on the trails through Bozeman or a hike in the mountains. Last, but not least, the view is amazing; the alpenglow on the Bridgers never grows old!
Immediate Past Chair
Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship at MSU
Eric Van Steenburg is an Associate Professor of marketing in the Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship at MSU. Before his career in academia, he spent 20 years in corporate, agency, and nonprofit environments. This drives his research, which includes nonprofit marketing, political marketing, consumer behavior, and persuasive communications.
The mountains. I had always wanted to live in the mountains, and now I do.
Board Member
Natural Resources Defense Council
Amy’s career has included organizing and advocacy, directing nonprofit programs, working as a grantmaker, and leading her own consulting practice. Amy has a proven track record in developing and implementing effective strategies and programs as well as leading teams working on community-driven solutions. She currently serves as the Northern Rockies Director for the Natural Resources Defense Council. Amy served on One Valley’s board of directors between 2011 and 2018 and started her second term of service in 2022. She enjoys biking, camping, taking long walks with her dogs, and spending time with friends and family.
I love that the Gallatin Valley remains a place where people say hello when you pass them on the sidewalk.
Board Member
SMA Architecture and Design
Zephyr Cycling Studio
Jake came to Montana for the mountains and stayed for the people. In his time working in both the architecture world and the wellness sphere he has had the opportunity to connect with all kinds of community members near and far creating an understanding and appreciation for the unique communities that create the Gallatin Valley fabric. A Bozeman resident since 2010, Jake found footing in non-profit involvement in college and loves finding ways to give back the community that has given him so much from the moment he arrived.
I love our access to the outdoors, the people, and living in the most dog friendly community I've ever experienced!
Board Member
After 40 years in the nonprofit sector, Mary considers herself a “practitioner’s practitioner.” She served as executive director of Eagle Mount Bozeman, and was development director for Heart of the Valley, Museum of the Rockies, MSU College of Nursing, and NAFSA: Association of International Educators. She also served as president of the Montana Nonprofit Association, and received the “Montana’s Best: Legacy Award,” from AFP and MNA. From 2020-2022, Mary co-facilitated MNA’s Catalyst leadership program for nonprofit executives. Now retired, Mary smiles knowingly when she hears #okboomer.
This valley taught me the meaning of the word “community.”
Board Member
By The Books Financial Services
Lisa is a CPA and proudly holds the title Chief Accounting Nerd at her firm By The Books Financial Services. She has held diverse roles from Controller and Director of Accounting at small and mid-sized privately held companies to Risk Manager at a multi-billion dollar S&P 500 firm before moving to Bozeman in 2015. She enjoys racing dragon boats and giving ear scratches to her four-legged kiddos.
Sunrise over the Bridgers every morning. We're all so lucky to live in this spectacular place - regardless of whether we were born and raised here or chose to make this community our home.
Board Member
Belgrade City Council
American Airlines
Currently on Belgrade City Council, Renae, with their partner Kevin, has raised a family in Belgrade for 20+ years. Renae's commitment to their community began with volunteer work at local non-profits focused on youth and education, serving on many boards before sitting on the Belgrade School Board. As an airline agent, they enjoy their role as an ambassador to both residents and visitors to Montana. Their job also allows travel opportunities to experience how other communities are doing things well. A player-turned-official for Gallatin Roller Derby, they also ride motorcycles for fun.
The people. Residents of Gallatin Valley display an enduring sense of pride in their communities while celebrating individuality.
Board Member
Frontier Angels
Mike works with small high-impact organizations to help them implement strategies and lean business operations. His background includes over a decade of capacity building for international NGOs in the energy, climate, and education sectors. Since moving to Montana, Mike's focus is more local. He manages Frontier Angels, a group of investors across the state that support early-stage tech companies, and volunteers with multiple community-focused nonprofits. Originally from New England, Mike married into a Bozeman family and is grateful to be raising his daughter in our ever-evolving valley.
Seeing our grizzly winter bike commuters
Board Member
Spanish Peaks Community Foundation
With a background in outdoor education and youth programming, Hannah has always felt a strong connection to community and a shared sense of place. As the Executive Director of the Spanish Peaks Community Foundation, she works to support nonprofit programs that meet the needs of those that live and/or work in Big Sky. Hannah has significant experience writing grants, event planning, and developing programs. She is also an effective fundraiser and in three years she has increased SPCF's fundraising by 78 percent. While her work focuses specifically on the greater Big Sky area, she appreciates the significance of leveraging partnerships across the county to best serve our community and local workforce.
Board Member
Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship at MSU
Virginia K. Bratton is an Associate Professor of Management in the Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship at Montana State University in Bozeman, MT. Dr. Bratton teaches undergraduate courses in organizational behavior, human resource management, and leadership. Her research focuses on the use of influence and justice to obtain equity and justice in organizations. Prior to her career in academia, Virginia worked in the nonprofit sector as assistant director for the Florida State University’s first two seasons of its interdisciplinary arts festival, Tallahassee: Seven Days of Opening Nights (now Opening Nights at Florida State University), currently in its 24th season. Virginia was born and raised in Montana, hailing from Plentywood. She embraced the opportunity to return to Montana in 2007. Since then, she met and married a fellow Eastern Montanan. Together with their two dogs, they are happy to call the thriving community of Bozeman their home.
Board Member
Fairview Capital Investment Management
Peter feels blessed to have the opportunity to live, work, and play in Montana after starting a business and raising his four amazing children in Pittsburgh, PA. While in Pittsburgh, Peter was engaged with the nonprofit and foundation communities from an early age, where he learned the value of collective philanthropy.
The communities that The One Valley Community Foundation serves are arguably some of the most dynamic and fast-growing areas in the country. Peter sees this growth as an opportunity to help create lasting community legacies by leveraging its resources to encourage people and organizations to dream, innovate, and take action, ultimately creating a sense of place that others can aspire to replicate.
If you stop in the One Valley Community Foundation office, you may see more dogs than people. Be sure to say “hi” and give them a pet when you see them. They are the unsung heroes of the One Valley family.
Kai is a mature lab with a passion for belly rubs and peanut-butter filled bones. She loves long naps and rolling in the snow.
Bear, aka Bubba, bounced between a handful of states and a couple of shelters before finding his forever home through Heart of the Valley. He is a loving mutt who enjoys romping in the woods, chasing snowballs and finding the softest pillows and blankets to cuddle on.
Hazy was rescued from the Navajo Reservation as a puppy. She is now living her dream life of daily runs, making friends, and never sleeping.
Since 1998, the foundation has served the Gallatin Valley’s communities with the mission to enhance the present and future quality of living through innovative charitable activities that provide leadership, identify charitable needs and galvanize resources.
For over 20 years, the foundation has been working to improve the quality of life in the Gallatin Valley by promoting charitable giving, connecting donors with causes they care about, and providing leadership on important community issues. Learn more about the impact we have here locally on our Impact page.
