Our Team

Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Seth developed a passion for skiing early, co-leading his high school ski club. After earning a graduate degree in nonprofit management, he and his wife moved to Colorado for hospitality work. Through a volunteer program at his hotel, he connected with SOS Outreach, where he has since grown across multiple roles. Seth focuses on building connections to enhance impact at SOS. He has two kids, and skiing with them has been a magical part of his life.

Seth Ehrlich

Chief Executive Officer

Heather Rogers joined SOS in February 2019, initially providing administrative and financial support before becoming the Director of Systems and People. She streamlines administrative needs across locations and contributes to staff strategy and growth to align with youth support. Heather manages hiring, onboarding, and human resources, providing fiscal oversight alongside the Executive Director and COO. Based in Denver, CO, she is passionate about the outdoors, enjoying snowboarding, hiking, biking, and teaching aerial fitness.

Heather Rogers

Chief of Staff

Laura is an outdoor loving girl from Park City, Utah. She is passionate about creating equitable opportunities for families to play and grow in the communities they call home. Inspired by SOS Outreach’s mission, Laura joined our team in 2023. She leads fundraising and marketing across our 15 communities. Previously Laura spent several years in the private sector as a management consultant in growth strategy, working with various global 2000 companies. Laura is a graduate of Northwestern University. An avid skier, sailor and hiker she enjoys chasing snow, sunshine, and wind.

Laura Vogel

Director of Development

Tarah joined SOS in 2020 after serving as a Youth Development Specialist with the Peace Corps in Morocco. She worked with the Island Institute in Maine and managed programs in Hawaii. Back in Colorado, she combined her passion for nature and youth service as a guide for the Colorado Mountain Club. Now in Summit County, she holds a master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

Tarah Waters

Director of Programs

“Embrace authenticity, seek adventure, spread kindness” is Spencer's personal motto, driving his journey with SOS since 2021. An avid skier, runner, mountain biker, and climber, he is committed to creating an inclusive outdoor community. Spencer holds a BA in Communication Studies from Colorado State University and is based in Reno, Nevada. In his free time, he enjoys exploring the skin-track or trails with his wife and their dogs, Maya and Arlo.

Spencer Cox

Communications & Marketing Manager

Alison has worked at SOS since 2017, leveraging her experience as a snowboard instructor and a degree in nonprofit management. Growing up with outdoor activities, she loves helping others connect to those opportunities. Based in Denver, Alison enjoys the outdoors both professionally and personally. When not snowboarding, she can be found running, hiking, baking, knitting, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Alison Canavan

Senior Operations and Volunteer Manager

Heather moved to the mountains for skiing, intending to stay for just one season, but has now lived there for over a decade due to the community. Inspired by the outdoors as a space for growth, she developed a passion for sharing that joy with others. After volunteering with SOS and working at Northstar, she became the North Lake Tahoe Program Manager in 2020. With a BA in Psychology and an MA in Teaching, Heather enjoys skiing, hiking, and exploring local coffee shops in her free time.

Heather Schwartz

North Lake Tahoe Program Manager

After earning her degrees in Education and History from Northern Illinois University in 2010, Morgan fell in love with Tahoe's beauty and community during a vacation. She began volunteering as a youth mentor with SOS in 2016, became a Program Coordinator in 2020, and is now in her fourth year as the South Lake Tahoe Program Manager. Morgan loves reintroducing youth to Tahoe from new perspectives. On her days off, she enjoys art projects, visiting beaches, summits, or camping with her dog, Bailee.

Morgan Edwards

South Lake Tahoe Program Manager

Tiffanie joined SOS Outreach in 2022 after instructing summer rock climbing programs. Motivated by the transformational power of the outdoors, she has a background in facilitating backpacking and climbing courses to promote resilience and self-efficacy. Originally from Ohio, Tiffanie moved to Utah in 2019 to attend the University of Utah and fell in love with the Wasatch Mountains. In her free time, she enjoys skiing, running, climbing, and reading in the sun.

Tiffanie Fogel

Development Manager

Kara joined SOS in January 2023, seeking a purpose beyond just a paycheck. Inspired by the quote, “Glamorize intelligence… Oh, and Live Life like a Muppet,” she discovered her love for snowboarding in 2020 and moved to Denver to deepen her connection to nature. Kara is grateful to be part of a team creating opportunities for youth to explore the outdoors. In addition to her work at SOS, she teaches Aerial Fitness at an inclusive studio, Urban Sanctuary, and has an AA in Marketing. She lives in the Denver area with her partner, Ty.

Kara Edmison

Financial Administrative Assistant

Originally from California, Lydia grew up surfing, skiing, and camping, fostering a love for the outdoors. After studying Law and Social Sciences at Utrecht University and a brief stint in corporate San Francisco, she switched to outdoor work as a Raft Guide. In 2024, she joined Eagle County SOS, helping youth experience the activities she loves.

Lydia Eger

Eagle County Program Manager

Erin joined SOS in 2023 as the Utah Mentor Program Coordinator. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, she moved to Utah to work as an outdoor adventure guide for youth. After guiding, she ran a transitional housing program for at-risk youth in Salt Lake City. Passionate about the mountains, Erin taught herself to snowboard and experienced the transformative power of outdoor connection. She holds B.S. degrees in Health and Exercise Science and Environmental Studies from Graceland University. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, floral design, and playing bike polo.

Erin Reynolds

Park City Program Manager

Rocky joined SOS Outreach in 2024 as the Chicago/Kenosha Program Manager. Growing up in Milwaukee, she credits her experience as a student athlete for shaping her work ethic and confidence. Passionate about empowering disadvantaged communities, Rocky was a youth wrestling coach in Los Angeles and is also an EMT and MTB coach for Milwaukee youth. With a B.A. in Physiology and a Master’s in Global Health, she’s excited to help youth access and enjoy the outdoors. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor activities, cooking, and spending time with her dog, Mochi.

Raquel Tiyaga

Chicago/Kenosha Program Manager

Foley has spent the last 10 years as an outdoor educator, snowboarding instructor, and travel camp leader in Michigan. Since joining SOS in 2019, he has played a key role in expanding the program in Detroit. Passionate about building community, Foley focuses on creating a sustainable network to help Michigan youth thrive and belong. In his free time, he enjoys skateboarding, reading, creating, and discovering new music.

Foley Decoste

Detroit Program Manager

Fernanda joined SOS in 2013 as a Learn to Ride participant and spent 8 years in SOS' Mentor programs. After graduating from Battle Mountain High in 2022, she became SOS's Alumni Liaison while pursuing a Business Administration degree at Colorado Mountain College. Based in Eagle County, she oversees the Alumni Program across all SOS locations. Passionate about giving back, Fernanda creates opportunities for youth and alumni. In her free time, she enjoys outdoor adventures, writing, and drawing.

Fernanda Landeros

Alumni Liaison

Uriel Llanas Vargas

Detroit Program Coordinator

Originally from Cape Cod, Kaya has always been drawn to the outdoors and nature’s transformative power. After high school, she followed her dream west, trading beaches for Tahoe’s snow-covered mountains. There, she became a snowboard instructor, eager to inspire a love for snow sports in youth. While teaching, she worked with organizations like SOS Outreach and the Boys and Girls Club, discovering her passion for youth development through outdoor experiences. Seeing the growth and joy these moments sparked, she committed to the field. Off the mountain, Kaya enjoys backpacking, rock climbing, live music, and reading in the sun.

Kaya Carey

North Lake Tahoe Program Coordinator

Originally from Chicago, Andrew has always had a love for the outdoors. While earning his B.A. in Economics and Psychology at Pitzer College and his Master's in Education from The University of Washington, he deepened his connection to the outdoors through youth outdoor and bicycle education and building community through the outdoors. He's lived in Denver since 2024 and joined SOS in 2025. In his free time, he enjoys fixing and riding his many bikes, snowboarding, and spending time with his dogs Nova and Birdie.

Andrew Garcia

Front Range Program Coordinator

With a B.S. in Environmental Science, Lucy moved from her hometown in Alabama to Vail, Colorado to pursue a career in environmental education. She quickly fell in love with the rich ecology, endless trails, and powder days in the mountains. Passionate about connecting people to the outdoors, she’s stoked for her first season with the SOS program in Utah. In her free time, you’ll find Lucy skiing, biking, backpacking, or frolicking through alpine wildflowers.

Lucy Trosper

Park City Mentor Program Coordinator

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Aleigh took full advantage of traveling the world post-college, living and learning in places like Hawaii, Alaska, and Australia. After a ski season in Breckenridge, she fell in love with the Colorado mountains and is very excited to be joining the SOS team. Her biggest goals in life are to seek adventure and to develop deeper connections with one another and our planet - and to also summit Mt. Kilimanjaro.

Aleigh Rowe

Eagle County Learn to Ride Coordinator

It is Sara's first season with SOS and she could not be more stoked to join such a fun and inspiring organization. After relocating from the Midwest in 2019, she's built trails and mentored youth across Colorado, Wyoming, and Alaska, developing a deep understanding of how outdoor experiences transform lives. Now settled in Steamboat Springs (thanks Yampa Valley curse!), Sara's excited to help young people discover their potential through mentorship, teambuilding, and on the mountain. When she's not working, you'll find Sara mountain biking, skiing, hiking, rafting, and snowmobiling with her adventure buddy, a 3 year old husky/golden named Kootz.

Sara Duft

Steamboat Springs Coordinator

Originally from Weiser, Idaho, Marybell grew up fishing and camping, sparking her love for the outdoors. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Outdoor Leadership from the University of Idaho, working as a guide in Alaska and Idaho to help youth navigate their lives. This experience solidified her desire to create inclusive outdoor opportunities. Now living in Utah, Marybell joined SOS Outreach in 2023. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, playing in rivers, grilling with her partner and dog, Koda, and watching reality TV.

Marybell Sanchez

Park City Learn to Ride Program Coordinator

Anya grew up in Champaign-Urbana and studied at Colorado State University. She loves climbing, hammocking, and going swimming with her dogs. Anya is excited to join the SOS team and support a growing community of midwestern skiers!

Anya Kaplan-Hartnett

Chicago Area Program Coordinator

After growing up in Tennessee, Ellie moved to Colorado to pursue environmental science (and teaching herself to ski!). Ellie has spent the last 5 years teaching science and outdoor skills to youth throughout Colorado, and is excited to continue this passion at SOS! In her free time, she loves spending time outside - running, backpacking, skiing, climbing, napping on rocks or swimming with her dog Basil!

Ellie Humphrey

Eagle County Program Coordinator

Since her days as a five-year-old Mt. Rose Rosebud, Sara’s love for the outdoors has only grown. Drawing on her experience in ski and snowboard instruction, ski club management, resort event management, marketing, and recruiting, Sara is thrilled to inspire the next generation to enjoy Lake Tahoe's natural playground. . You'll often spot Sara and her dog, Ollie, on the trails. When she's not skiing or snowboarding, she loves to mountain bike, rock climb, waterski, and explore. Think snow and see you on the slopes!

Sara Koenigsberg

South Lake Tahoe Program Coordinator

Kathy Flores, based in Frisco, Colorado, has been a devoted part of SOS Outreach since 2008, helping youth connect with the outdoors. A second-grade Spanish teacher, she brings creativity to her classroom, inspiring a love for language and culture. This year, she’s excited to serve as SOS Outreach’s Learn to Ride Coordinator, combining her passion for snowboarding with youth mentorship. Kathy loves hiking and snowboarding, enriching lives through her commitment to teaching and the outdoors.

Kathy Flores

Summit County Program Manager

Board of Directors

Matt Gold

The Gart Companies

Noah Bryan

Smartwool & Icebreaker

Brad Parks

CNN

Amelia Atencio

Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation

Wendy Carey

Seirus Innovation

Jim Knutsen

evo, Board Chair

Dr. Gerilyn Davis

Inclusion on the Slopes

K.C. Oakley

Goldman Sachs

Travis Tafoya

Vail Resorts

Kerry Vanderweit

Vail Resorts

Our Team

Board of Directors

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