Program Coordinator

Originally from Tijuana, Mexico, Yerania has lived in Colorado for about 8 years and currently lives in Leadville. She has worked at Father Dyer Church and is now full time with Mountain Dreamers.

Yerania enjoys outdoor activities with her family. She has two children, 13 and 7 years old. One of her passions is getting to know the beautiful places that Leadville offers for hiking, biking, or just going to the lake. She would like her Hispanic immigrant community to feel included in the decisions that affect everyone and that they enjoy the resources that are offered, and feel welcome in schools, parks, jobs, etc.

Board President

Michel Infante was born in Torrance, California and was raised in Guadalajara, Mexico. He and his family immigrated back to the U.S. in June of 1999 and settled in Summit County, Colorado. Michel holds two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Northern Colorado (B.A. Sociology and B.A. Spanish) and a MSW from Metro State University. Michel previously worked as a research assistant at Texas A&M University conducting field research on jornaleros and the Latinx immigrant population.

Board Member

Carol Saade is the daughter of Lebanese immigrants. She grew up in the DC area and moved to Summit County in 2010. In 2016, she joined a public affairs firm based in Frisco, CO, managing various public and government relations accounts, including working on state and federal immigration reform. She has been serving on the Breckenridge Town Council since 2020 and also serves on the boards of several local and statewide organizations. Her past international experience includes working at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development in Geneva, Switzerland, and also working for a small public health organization in Dakar, Senegal. She earned a BBA in Economics from James Madison University.

Program Coordinator

Javier is a young DACAmented citizen, and works full-time in Summit as a paralegal.  He was born in Patzcuaro, Michoacán, Mexico, and in 2006, after years of being separated from his father, his family moved to Breckenridge, Colorado to be reunited. After graduating Summit High School as a decorated student and Student Body President, Javier attended the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs to pursue a degree in Political Science with the hopes of attending law school. Unfortunately, without in-state tuition, or a social security number to work, Javier was not able to continue his studies at UCCS. Javier is a senior  at Colorado Mountain College and hopes to graduate with a Bachelors in Sustainability Studies. He is also a community leader passionate in bridging the outdoor community  with the immigrant community. Some of his other ventures include being a board member for the Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition and Peak Health Alliance.  In his free time, if any, he enjoys biking, hiking, camping and split boarding.

Board Member

Originally from Ecuador, Yess is a dedicated advocate for community well-being. She brings expertise in youth engagement, equity-focused initiatives, and public policy. Yess leads the Communities That Care coalition, working to enhance opportunities for Summit County residents. She finds joy in outdoor activities like biking, hiking, snowboarding, etc., and fostering meaningful connections within her community.

Program Coordinator

Miriam is a native of Puerta Vallarta, Mexico. She moved to Summit County at the age of 16. She has two children, ages 9 and 18. Her son started as a freshman at CU Boulder in 2024. She works full time at Mountain Dreamers because she likes to be involved in activities and advocacy that support immigrant families in the community, since she’s an immigrant herself, and knows what it’s like to come to a new country, culture, and community.

Program Coordinator

Perla is from Durango, Mexico. She came to Colorado in 2000. She was educated in Eagle County from elementary school, middle school and high school, and then attended college at Colorado Mountain College. She became a Dreamer (DACA recipient) in 2013, and with that she was able to get her early education teacher certificate. She has been working with Eagle County schools  for 8 years.

She really likes to spend time with her family, in nature, and also to travel to know new places.

One of her goals is to help people and be a resource for her community.

Board Member

Zuleyma Arias is a member of the Summit County community. She was born in Cancún, Quintana Roo, Mexico.  She moved to the U.S when she was 1 year old, when her mother migrated to Summit County after becoming a widow. Zuleyma attended Silverthorne Elementary, Summit Middle School and graduated from Snowy Peaks. She is the first in her family to attend college, currently enrolled at Colorado Mountain College to obtain her bachelor’s degree in social work. Zuleyma worked for Summit County’s WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program for 5 years and has recently moved to Mountain Mentors to support youth. Zuleyma has a passion for helping and being a voice for the immigrant community.

Executive Director

Originally from Texas, Peter arrived in Summit County in 1997 from Flagstaff, AZ.  For the next 18 years he worked in the restaurant business in Breckenridge. In these years he worked with many members of Summit’s immigrant community.  He got to know them as friends and respect them as individuals. During this time he served as a volunteer on the board of directors of the Family & Intercultural Resource Center (FIRC) nonprofit.  In the fall of 2015 he joined the staff of the FIRC as Director of Programs.  In 2019 he co-founded, along with several other community members, the Mountain Dreamers immigrant advocacy group.

Board Member

Verónica Rosas arrived in Summit County, CO 18 years ago from Pátzcuaro, Michoacán, Mexico with her two children, aged 10 and 13. She has three more children, all born in Summit. She feels very lucky to be in this beautiful place in the mountains. Here she has learned to value and appreciate nature. It has led her to explore the country, ride a bike and go for a walk every day, and connect with nature. She has realized that it is her passion to do all these outdoor activities. It is her motivation to keep going. Veronica has been involved in the immigrant rights struggle for may years as the founder of Unidos por la Igualdad, Summit’s first immigrant rights group. “I am very happy living here, thank you Summit and your people for being part of me and for letting me be a part of this community, and thank you Mountain Dreamers for letting me be part of you. I have learned a lot from you.’’ 

Program Coordinator

I moved to Colorado in 2012 from Cancun Mexico, even though I have always working for the hospitality, I have always looked for the opportunity to work in a place where I can help others. my heart is towards organizations that impact families by improving their lives, offering them safety, opportunities,  and a sense of belonging. 

Board Member

Liz Tabraj is a passionate advocate for equitable access to healthcare and community well-being. Originally from Lima, Peru, Liz moved to Summit County, Colorado, in 2014, where she became deeply involved in local equity initiatives. She played a key role in organizing Summit County's first Spanish-language 9 Health Fair, helping bridge the healthcare gap for Spanish-speaking residents. Liz also served on the Snake River Planning Commission, where she was committed to amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities. With a strong focus on inclusion and advocacy, Liz continues to work towards a more equitable future for all.

Program Coordinator

My name is Mary Taboada, and I am from Peru. I moved to Summit County in 2014. I have two daughters, ages 9 and 5. My favorite activity is crafting, but in the last few months, I have tried new activities like biking and hiking. One of my personal goals is to keep exploring, learning different activities, and challenging myself by trying new sports. As an immigrant myself, I understand how hard it can be to move to a new place and navigate a different culture and resources when everything feels so unfamiliar. Over the years, I’ve learned and adapted, and now I’m excited to share what I know with others in our community to help make their journey a bit easier. I love what I do, and I’m always eager to learn more so that I can be a helpful resource for others.

Board Member

Pam Ness Monteverde was born and raised in Mexico city and is a Summit County resident for 11 years, Pamela has a deep connection to Breckenridge, having spent summers and winters there from 1986 to 1999. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Finance from the Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland and certifications in hospitality management from the Universidad del Valle de México. She currently is the Revenue Manager for the Town of Breckenridge, where she oversees taxation codes and revenue programs to support sustainable community growth. With over a decade of experience in finance, hospitality, and municipal operations, she combines strategic vision with hands-on problem-solving. Fluent in English and Spanish, with intermediate French, she brings a global perspective to her work and advocacy.

Pamela is a devoted wife and mother of two children. Her family enjoys an active lifestyle with activities like hiking, biking, skiing, and cultural events. They make annual trips to her native Mexico. Dedicated to her community, Pamela is committed to giving back to the place she calls her "forever home."

Administrative Assistant

My name is Mónica Osorio. I am originally from Colombia. I live with my husband Rafael and my daughter Paula and I currently work for Mountain Dreamers, to whom I am grateful for the opportunity and for all the support they have given me. I am happy to be part of the team, I learn every day so as to be able to help and support the community and meet the organization's objectives.