Board of Directors
Don Sheehan
Board Member
Don Sheehan has called Centennial home since 1992. Don currently serves on the Centennial City Council. In addition to serving on the Centennial Arts and Culture Foundation, Don serves as the City’s liaison to the Trails Park and Recreation District. He is a Director on the Southeast Metro Storm Water Authority (SEMSWA) board. He also acts as the City’s liaison to the Centennial Airport Community Noise Roundtable. Additionally, Don is a member of the Colorado Municipal League’s Legislative Policy Committee.
Don is a board member at Nourish – Meals on Wheels. Don and his kayak are part of water safety teams for various local triathlons. You might see Don running a flight simulator at the Exploration of Flight Museum. Don loves the great Colorado outdoors, from hiking and kayaking to 4×4 exploration in the backcountry. He can also cook a decent meal! Someday, he hopes to become a skilled fly fisherman and golfer. Don enjoys sporting clays, traveling, music, and adding to his collection of watches and political buttons. Don Sheehan is a graduate of Mount Union University with a B.A. in Business Administration.
Personal Information
Centennial, Colorado resident since 2001
Family
Stephanie and her husband, James, have been married since 1992 and have two sons, Austin and Conner.
Occupation & Skills
- Director of IT for Intelinet Imaging, 2010-Present
- Cherry Creek School District – Fox Hollow Elementary
- Technology instructor/Computer technician, 2005 – 2014
- Substitute teacher, 2014 – Pres.
Education
- B.S. Business Administration from the University of Florida
- B.S. Environmental Science from the University of Michigan
Community Involvement
As Mayor and a Member of City Council, Stephanie served as a liaison to a number of community organizations, which include:
- Centennial FiberWorks Commission
- Metro Mayors Caucus
- Member of National League of Cities Information Technology & Communications Federal Advocacy Committee (chairperson in 2019)
- Centennial Audit Committee
- Centennial Budget Committee
- Centennial Senior Commission
- National League of Cities Board of Directors
- Urban Drainage and Flood Control District Board of Directors – 2019
- Cherry Creek Basin Water Quality Authority Board of Directors
- Executive Committee for Mile High Flood District
- Buckley Air Force Base P4
- Denver South Economic Development Partnership
- Denver South Transportation Management Association
- Southeast Metro Stormwater Authority (SEMSWA), 2014-2017
- Arapahoe Park and Recreation District, 2012 – 2017
- Arapahoe Park and Recreation District Open Space Advisory Board (east)
- Aurora Chamber of Commerce – Defense Council, 2017
- Centennial Open Space Advisory Board, 2012 – 2013, 2016 (APRD)
- Cherry Creek Working Group, 2012 – 2013
- Urban Drainage and Flood Control District, 2013, 2017
- Centennial Planning and Zoning Commission, 2008 – 2011
- Centennial Open Space Master Plan Committee, 2006 – 2007
- Cherry Creek School District liaison (alternate)
- CML Public Policy Committee
- Appointed to the 2020 Presidential Platform Committee
- NLC Executive Advisory Team – 2021
Hobbies & Activities
Stephanie enjoys playing tennis, boating on Cherry Creek Reservoir and skiing in her free time.
When did you move to Centennial?
I moved to Arapahoe County in 1983.
Why did you move here?
Nice neighborhood and heard schools were good.
What do you like most about living in Centennial?
The parks, trails, and neighborhoods.
Community Involvement
- Neighborhood civic association, Ridgeview Hills North, served as president for over 10 years.
- Centennial Council of Neighborhoods (CenCON), Member and Second Vice President (Plan Review)
- Centennial Next Committee (as citizen)
- Prior to serving as City Council, worked with City and South Suburban Parks and Recreation on several committees for future goal setting and transportation studies.
Current Boards
- Denver Regional Council of Government (DRCOG), Director
- Arapahoe County Transportation Forum, Executive Committee
- National League of Cities, Transportation Infrastructure Committee
- Aurora Chamber of Commerce Defense Council
- Reimagine RTD, Advisory Committee
Hobbies & Activities
- Spend time with my family and friends
- Work in my yard
- Walk, hike and snowshoe
- Books, movies and theater
- Create things
When did you move to Centennial?
I moved to Centennial in 1980.
Why did you move here?
Schools and amenities
What do you like most about living in Centennial?
I like living in Centennial because each District has it’s own signature and together we are evolving into the safest, most beautiful urbanized suburb of Denver.
Hobbies & Activities
Recently completed the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage and enjoys spending time on the golf course or playing her 12-string guitar in a local music group.
Memberships & Community Involvement
- Arapahoe County Open Space Advisory Board
- National League of Cities Federal Advocacy Subcommittee for Transportation and Infrastructure
- South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
- South Suburban Parks and Recreation Open Space Advisory Board
- Denver Regional Mobility and Access Council
- Highline Canal Working Group
- Littleton Public Schools liaison
- Denver Regional Mobility and Access Council/Local Coordinating Councils
- South Suburban Parks and Recreation (liaison)
- Arapahoe County Council on Aging
- DRCOG Aging and Adult Services Advisory Board
- White House Conference on Aging – Governor’s Delegate
- Colorado Commission on Aging Board
- InnovAge Advisory Council
- Former Centennial City Councilwoman
City of Centennial Committees:
- Home Rule Charter Commission
- Senior Commission (alternate)
- Centennial Open Space Advisory Board
- City Branding & Identity (City council subcommittee)
- Vehicle Parking (City council subcommittee)
A native of Wisconsin Jeff moved to Colorado and Breckenridge in February 1981 and shortly thereafter became the Director of Snowmaking for the Breckenridge Ski Area/Aspen Ski Company. He was responsible for the installation and operation of the first ever snowmaking system at Breckenridge.
Jeff has lived in Littleton, now Centennial, since spring of 1988 with his wife Mary. They have one son Bryce who lives in Tennessee with his wife Bridget and their two boys Flyn and Kieran. Jeff enjoys cycling, skiing, golf, cooking and spending time with family and friends.
Memberships & Community Involvement
- South Metro Denver Chamber (SMDC) Board of Directors
- 2012-2013 SMDC Leadership in Motion Award Winner
- 2013 SMDC Brian Vogt Community Leader of the Year Award Nominee
- Former Councilman for the Town of Breckenridge
- Former Member of the Board of Directors for Colorado Ski Country USA
- Littleton Hockey and Soccer Associations Volunteer
- Past President of the Arapahoe High School Lacrosse Club
Family
Karla and her husband, Ron, have lived in Centennial, CO since 1991. They have two daughters, Katie and Danielle. Katie is a music teacher and author of multiple children’s books. Danielle is a nurse at Rose Medical where she has helped deliver MANY babies.
Occupations
- Owner of School of Rock Aurora
- Teacher for Cherry Creek School District
- Adjunct Professor for Adams State University
- Teacher and Staff Development Trainer for Douglas County School District
Education
- B.S. in K-12 Education – Iowa State University
- M.A. in Curriculum Development (with emphasis on integrating the Creative Arts) – Lesley University
Hobbies
- Bike riding, hiking, and reading
- Creating art
- Seeing live music and theater
- Traveling in their motorhome
Personal Information
Born and raised in Colorado, Tia is a Vice President & Sales Director for the Operations Management and Facilities Services Division of a large, Fortune 500 technical solutions and engineering firm. Specializing in client relationship management, she has been in the building and infrastructure design, engineering, and construction industry for more than 30 years and developed a passion for connecting client to the services that will best meet their needs. She has worked successfully with Federal, Municipal, military, and private sector clients all over the world including Australia, Brunei, India, Qatar, Singapore, Taiwan, Turkey, the UK, New Zealand, and the United States.
Occupation & Skills
- Vice President & Sales Director at Jacobs, 2010 – present
- Sales & Client Relationship Management
- Project & Stakeholder Management
- Meeting Facilitation / Brainstorming / Strategic Planning
Education
- B.S. Business Marketing
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Hobbies & Activities
Tia enjoys hiking with her two mini-Australian Shepherds Loki & Teddy, sailing, SCUBA diving and snorkeling. An avid traveler, she loves meeting new people, enjoying new experiences (especially food!), and learning about different cultures and ways of life.
Previous professional experience includes three Cabinet positions for the State of Colorado and President of the South Metro Chamber of Commerce. Vogt serves as Past President of the Board of the American Public Gardens Association and as Board Treasurer for Plant Select. He was awarded the 2019 Cynthia Pratt Laughlin Medal for leadership in environmental protection and quality of life from the Garden Club of America.
He is an active participant with many civic organizations in the Denver area and speaks frequently on intentional culture, regeneration, adaptation and leadership. He holds a BA in Classical Antiquity, specializing in Egyptology, from the University of Colorado.
Personal Information
Since moving to Centennial to 2010, not only did Leigh chose Centennial to raise a family, and as a professional actor, he chose Colorado to be his artistic home. In 2022, Leigh founded Shakespeare in the Wild, the only professional theatre company in the City of Centennial. Through the theatre company, Leigh can continue to “make art where you live”.
Leigh is married with two boys (11, 14) and two dogs. He enjoys snowboarding, triathlons, D&D, and sushi.
Occupation & Skills
- Founder and Artistic Director – Shakespeare in the Wild
- Teaching Artist – Denver Center for the Performing Arts
- Teaching Artist – Denver School for the Arts
- Sales Rep – Blue Raven Solar
Education
- BA – Theatre – Colorado College
- MFA in Acting – National Theatre Conservatory – Denver Center for the Performing Arts
Overview
Julie Holt’s journey to Colorado began in the vibrant Denver area, nestled in a charming brick bungalow near Cherry Creek. This move marked a significant turn in her life after migrating from Iowa to pursue her college education at UNC. Julie, along with her husband Rik, and their two children, Cameron and Caitlyn, moved to Centennial in 2001. Now both kids are out and adulting! Julie and Rik continue expanding their real estate rental portfolio here and in Arizona. With over a decade of experience in the design/build industry, Julie’s transition into real estate in 2005 was a seamless integration of her passion for design and architecture. Our fun time is spent with our 2 Bernedoodles (Wilson & Minnie), playing tennis, plus visiting our grandbaby and traveling whenever possible.
Community Involvement
- Several years of PTCO involvement at Dry Creek Elementary
- 18+ years as board member and volunteer with Foxridge Improvement Association
- 19+ years as a full time Realtor in Denver Metro area
Education
- BA from University of Northern Colorado
- Real Estate Managing Broker License State of Colorado
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