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After leaving his hometown, Miles spent a decade in Colorado before continuing his journey North, to Missoula, in search of more natural spaces, fewer buildings, and better berry growing conditions (if you have cultivation tips, please share!). 

He is a proud first-generation college graduate. He holds an Associate degree in Humanities and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. He is particularly interested in policies related to education, LGBTQIA+ rights, labor rights, and U.S.-based food systems.

He currently works in UX Design making digital spaces more intuitive and inclusive for all.

Miles is excited to serve and support the LGBTQIA+ community of Western Montana (and beyond) through his board role at The Center. 

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Jacqueline is from Spokane originally but spent most summers growing up in Seeley Lake and Missoula. She works in international development and has been fortunate to have spent several years living in Latin America and West Africa. Jacqueline cares deeply about the influence of policy and public discourse on our society, especially how that impacts minority groups. You'll find Jacqueline paddle boarding down the Bitterroot, at a brewery, playing softball, flailing on skis, or hanging out at the farmers' market. Jacqueline and her partner are the proud humans of two cats.

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Brock is a native Montanan who is proud to call Lolo and the Missoula area home. Brock is quite busy as a law student at the University of Montana. Brock cares deeply about legal aid work-assisting low income folks by providing high quality legal services. When not busy with law stuff, Brock enjoys kayaking and shopping at the farmers’ market.

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Karen is an East Coast transplant who fell in love with Montana and met her wife here. Living in the Bitterroot with 4 dogs and 2 cats, she loves helping connect and grow this community through Real Estate. She can usually be found on the soccer field, at a brewery or floating down the river when not busy with the Missoula Businesswomen's Network, the Lambros Community Foundation, the Missoula Organization of Realtors or the Center.

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Hailing from the wild and wonderful state of Montana, She’s a proud lesbian powerhouse who's all about spreading love and positivity wherever she goes. If you're a hockey buff, you'll probably catch Jeri in her gear tearing up the ice —because who said lesbians can't be total sports stars, am I right? And of course, let's talk food. Jeri is on a perpetual quest for the next culinary masterpiece, because life's too short for boring meals.

But wait, there's more! I'm also a sucker for the arts, whether I'm belting out show tunes at the top of my lungs or getting lost in the electrifying energy of live concerts. And let's not forget about Mother Nature—she's Jeri’s ultimate muse. From epic hikes to scenic bike rides, Jeri is all about soaking up the great outdoors.

When Jeri is not busy advocating for inclusivity and breaking down barriers, you'll probably catch her rocking the real estate world as a proud Realtor. One of the most rewarding parts of her job is helping fellow LGBTQ+ folks achieve their real estate dreams, whether it's finding their perfect home sweet home, next business location or making savvy investments for the future. Because everyone deserves a place where they can truly be themselves, and she’s here to make sure that happens, one sold sign at a time.

So buckle up, folks! With Jeri on board, you can expect a whole lot of laughter, love, and unapologetic queerness. Let's show the world what we're made of!

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Natalia Boise is a Montana-born activist focused on community engagement and education. A Fulbright scholar graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in Linguistic Anthropology and currently pursuing a masters certificate in nonprofit administration, she is passionate about nonprofit humanitarian work, equity, community engagement, and intersectional activism.

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Slaven Lee is the Executive Director of the Missoula Public Library. Slaven has held leadership roles in library systems serving rural and urban communities, including the King County Library System (Washington), Queens Public Library (New York City), and the Austin Public Library (Texas). Slaven has drawn upon equity and inclusion frameworks to deliver exceptional patron experiences, build meaningful community relationships, and develop innovative services in public libraries. Slaven has served as Board President on the White Center Food Bank board in Seattle and as Chair of the Missoula Food Bank and Community Center board. Slaven has a background in promoting large-scale DJ events and celebrations for queer community members in Seattle, including co-creating one of the longest running monthly dance nights from 2005-2017.

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Kate grew up in Virginia and eventually impulsively dropped out of university to join the Navy when she was 21. She lived in Florida, Illinois, Maine and spent her final seven years in a glorious affair with Sicily. Upon discharge, she earned her RN license and a bachelor's of science degree in psychology. Life finally introduced her to the West, where she and her spouse fell in love with Missoula and settled in 2018. Kate cares deeply about equity, inclusion and community and has a long history of volunteerism dating back to her early naval career. When she isn't traveling, you can find her on the hiking trails, skiing when the conditions are "just right", lifting with her favorite folks at the gym, or tucked into a corner catching up with the latest magazine issues at the world's best public library. As a board member, Kate seeks to strengthen her allyship and support of the LGBTQ2S+ community. 

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Mel Brittner Wells is a writer, nonprofit administrator, and the founder of Beefcake Swimwear, which makes gender-neutral swimsuits with inclusive sizing and sustainable practices. She grew up just five hours south of Missoula but took the long road to living here—through central California, Utah, Belgium, and Oregon. After getting a master’s degree in book publishing, Mel has spent about 15 years working at two very entrepreneurial nonprofits. She appreciates the creativity and courage required to sustain and grow small community-based organizations. In her free time, Mel enjoys learning new skills (especially related to house projects), reading (especially queer authors), and spending time with her wife, Ashley. 

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Dani joined The Center’s board as treasurer in 2024, bringing expertise in working with small businesses and non-profits. They have participated in various community organizations, demonstrating a commitment to local causes. Having lived in both California and Colorado, Dani now proudly calls Missoula home. Outside of their financial expertise, Dani is an avid hockey fan, an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys exploring with The Center OUTdoors group, a culinary adventurer, an advocate for inclusivity, and a devoted dog parent to their adorable pup, Logan.