Board of Directors

Managing Partner at Tranquillion | Philanthropist | Arts AdvocateMarike Fitzgerald serves as Managing Partner for her family office Tranquillion, specializing in directing investments toward health and humanitarian aid, environmental policy and conservation, and arts and culture. With over two decades of experience in arts administration,Marike has held key roles in both San Diego, CA and […]

Klara Zieglerova has designed extensively for live performance throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. On Broadway, her designs include Jersey Boys, Sister Act, The Farnsworth Invention, and The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe, as well as numerous productions at regional theatres across the United States. She received a Tony Award nomination for her design

Jeff has devoted his life to supporting and transforming contemporary arts organizations and developing audiences for innovative new work. He is currently head of audience development and experience for the Sundance Film Festival’s relocation to Boulder. Jeff began his career at the Brooklyn Academy of Music and advanced to become vice president for marketing & communications,

Having relocated with her family to Boulder in 2022, Jennifer is thrilled to join the Dairy board.  A native of Iowa, Jennifer spent over 20 years working in both legal and business capacities in Chicago, London and most recently at an investment bank in New York City.  Jennifer has always remained active in the philanthropic

Chiara (nee Berti) was born and raised in Avon, Connecticut. She attended Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1995 and obtained her BA in Political Science and Sociology in 1999. After graduation, she obtained her Master’s in Social Welfare from Hunter College. After working at Rosie’s Place for two years, creating and teaching a peer

Chad McDaniel – Former Finance Executive. Current Drummer Chad first came to Boulder to attend the University of Colorado. And with the exceptionof a couple of stints in Denver, New York City, and London, he hasn’t left.After earning a Master of Science in Accounting Chad began his professional career inpublic accounting and later financial analysis.

In loving memory, and with tremendous gratitude, we pay tribute to a very special person. Emery joined the Dairy Arts Center board in January 2024. In her short time with us, she passionately and generously supported numerous Dairy programs, including free community events, children’s arts education, and innovative experiences in artistic disciplines. She believed that

Gaya Vinay is one of the top travel advisors at Fora Travel, focusing on family adventure travel. She is also an accomplished digital marketing and communications professional. She co-founded the Women’s Giving Circle at the Dairy Arts Center, fostering women’s participation in the arts. An avid advocate for public schools, Gaya is the fundraising chair

CEO and Co-Founder | Darwin Biosciences Nick is a scientist-turned-entrepreneur who is currently working to develop the next generation of diagnostics for the early detection of diseases. His publication record spans basic molecular biology, virology, evolution, emerging infectious disease, and diagnostic test development. At Darwin, Nick secures resources to facilitate product development, promote personnel growth,

For the last twenty-five years, Lisa Albright has created, produced, and directed entertainment programming in various mediums. Having moved from New York City to Boulder Colorado, Lisa keeps her passion for creative producing alive through her work on independent marketing projects as well as teaching and coaching performance and performance anxiety skills. A perennial student,