Meet The Team!
Executive Director
Meghan Franges
Meg serves as the Executive Director for First Impressions of Routt County. She has a bachelors in Elementary Education and MA in Early Childhood Special Education. She has been involved in Early Childhood for over 10 years as a classroom teacher, early childhood special education teacher, childcare center director and most importantly- Mom.
Meg enjoys spending time with her husband camping, biking, skiing and chasing after her two kids. Meg also has a passion for dance and is actively involved in Steamboat Dance Theatre and served on the board of directors as former president.
Contact Meg for support or questions regarding: active council committees, Universal Preschool (UPK), PDIS, events and/or trainings.
970.875.4229
Program Coordinator
Pamela Nebel
Pamela is originally from Medellin, Colombia. She enjoys traveling, skiing, hiking, mountain biking and camping. Over the years, she has worked with children's and youth in a variety of settings including domestic violence, sexual assault, mentoring and others. As a Social Worker she understands the importance of Early Childhood education.
Pamela provides assistance and support for programs and coaches in navigating the Colorado Shines system, FCCH providers and more. She works closely with staff to support and assist with day-to-day operations of the Council.
Contact Pamela for support or questions regarding, CSQI, QRIS, available funding, event coordination, website + marketing.
970.875.4227
CMP
CMP and Prevention Coordinator
Brian Hessler
Brian is originally from Fairplay, Colorado, and has spent most of his life in the mountains of Colorado. He studied at Trinity University and recently completed his Master of Public Health at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. He has a background in public health research, programming, and hands-on experience working in healthcare across rural mountain towns.
Brian is passionate about improving health outcomes and quality of life—particularly in underserved mountain communities. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and spending time in the outdoors.
First Impressions Council Members
Alexis Wolf
Amory Donohue
Angelica Salinas
Cecilia Morter
Cindy Ashley
Colleen Miller
Erin Ax
Erin Walker
Gail Garey
Janessa Lomas
Jordan French
Karen Schneider
Kim Delaney
Loryn Duke
Meg Franges
Melinda Maas
Paige Shankerman
Pamela Nebel
Sarah Boerger
Stephanie Martin
Tim W.
Torey Wodnik