Maria grew up in Denver Colorado and graduated from Colorado State University, with a BA in Ethnic Studies and a concentration in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prior to joining the Mile High team, Maria worked with several non profit organizations focused on post secondary opportunities for underserved communities, equal access to health care, and immigration rights. Maria hopes to continue her education in nonprofit leadership and management. Maria is passionate about guiding young people through their own passions and aspirations. In her free time Maria loves reading fashion magazines, taking long walks in nature, and photography. 

Originally from Minnesota, Karsen graduated from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. After college, Karsen moved to Colorado for a service year at City Year- Denver and quickly realized that working with students was her favorite part of everyday. Outside of the classroom, Karsen enjoys hiking, reading, and creating Spotify playlists in her free time. 

Eric Eiteljorg joined Mile High 360 as its Executive Director in 2011. Eric graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and earned a dual Ph.D. in Cognitive Science and Education (Educational Psychology) in 2007, from the University of Colorado, Boulder. While he and his wife are from the east coast, they and their two children consider Denver to be home.

Michelle Friedman graduated from University of Denver’s Social work program in 1989, with a Masters in Social Work ( MSW), and is Licensed by the state of Colorado( LCSW) to practice. She worked in Mental health for many years with children, adolescents and families in community, hospital and private practice settings. In the mid 2000s she joined a small family business as their Director of Human Resources and Employee Assistance Program Director. When the business sold in 2017 Michelle returned to her first love of providing direct care mental health care. She and Her husband David are Denver natives. They have 2 sons and love all that Colorado has to offer.

Debbie joined Mile High 360 as its Finance Manager in 2020. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in marketing from the University of Colorado. Prior to working with MH360, Debbie worked part-time as a realtor assistant (i.e., bookkeeping) while also working full-time as a mom of two boys. Throughout her career, Debbie has volunteered in community organizations including Community Food Share, Food Bank of the Rockies, “Totes of Hope,” Boulder County’s Circles as well as marketing and auction committees for her children’s school. Debbie also serves on the board of directors for Community Food Share. Her hobbies include travel, hiking, quilting and reading.

Born in Florida, Morgan graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's in Psychology. She made her way to Colorado, graduating with her Master's in Health Promotion from the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. Prior to joining the MH360 team, Morgan created, implemented, and evaluated various wellness programs for college students and clients in her holistic health coaching business. She has a vigorous passion for health education and empowering students to reach their goals. Morgan loves teaching yoga, exploring nature, and spending time with her dog, Lana.

Kasia has worked in development in nonprofit and higher education settings, fundraising for the University of Denver as well as smaller nonprofits. Before Mile High 360, her most recent experience focused on fundraising initiatives for a nonprofit supporting youth experiencing homelessness in Boulder, Colorado. She has a bachelor's degree from Macalester College in the Twin Cities and she has completed graduate studies through the University of Glasgow. Kasia is passionate about working to provide Mile High 360 with the resources to empower young people. In her free time, Kasia enjoys reading, creating art, and spending quality time with her dog.

Caitlin Mendenhall is the Postsecondary Advisor at Mile High 360. Born and raised in Colorado, Caitlin graduated from the University of Denver with a BAs in International Studies and Spanish. After graduating, she lived and worked in rural Guatemala for a year and a half as a program coordinator for a university scholarship program. Upon returning to Colorado, she gained more experience in family engagement and empowerment at an educational equity nonprofit in Aurora. She is excited to continue supporting success in education at Mile High 360 through building relationships with our postsecondary students.

Kate Milman is the Mile High 360 Program Director and leads the strategic direction and overall management of the organization’s programming operations. Previous to this Kate has worked for Nonprofits in the Denver Metro area focused on food security and with Denver Metro Area school districts. As a member of the international hunger relief organization, Rise Against Hunger, she gained extensive experience with both volunteer and program management, leading large scale volunteer events in the National Capital region of the US as well as around the world. Kate is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a B.A. in Political Science and History. Kate is also a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer having served as a Community Health Extension Agent from 2009 until 2011 in Cameroon, West Central Africa.

Originally from Venezuela, Lilian graduated from the Universidad Nacional Abierta of Venezuela with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. She worked at the National Electric Services Company in Venezuela for 25 years in the strategic planning department. Lilian has lived in Colorado since 2014, and she has worked within the Cherry Creek Schools, Servicios de la Raza and DCIS Montbello schools – part of the Denver Public School system. In September 2020, Lilian started at Mile High 360 as the family liaison, a newly created position. Lilian is a master at building relationships with families, students. and the community, and she is so happy to be part of the excellent team at Mile High 360. Lilian, her husband and her mom live in the southern part of metro-Denver.

Originally from Atlanta, GA, Carlos graduated from Georgia State University with a bachelor's in Political Science. Passionate about working with volunteers, he joined Mile High 360 as the Mentoring Program Coordinator. Prior to working with Mile High 360, Carlos worked as a Field Organizer in the 2020 elections and volunteered a year of service as a Team Leader with AmeriCorps NCCC. He is excited about connecting students with adults who are willing to not only promote a young person's passions, skills, and interests but share an authentic desire to help them achieve their goals.

Dan grew up in Littleton, Colorado and earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the University of Colorado in Boulder. After undergrad Dan went on to get his master’s degree in Sport Psychology from John F. Kennedy University in California. Before joining the team at Mile High 360 Dan worked in a variety of positions working with youth, ranging from High School track coach to junior golf instructor and mental skills consultant. He was most recently the Director of Coaching at a youth soccer company. Dan is passionate about building character and teaching life skills through fun and engaging activities with young people.