Meet your Mile High Farmers
Officers, Committee chairs, and Staff!
Our leadership is made up of four officers and the chairs of each of our four committees. Our leadership team and staff serve at the pleasure of the voting body of our current partners. We welcome producers and farm advocates alike to join our ranks to bolster the mission of our collective and help vote on important organizational stances and annual officer selections.
Officers




President: Michael Alcazar
Michael is dedicated to serving the farming community and maximizing the potential of Mile High Farmers. As a farmer in Bennett and the founder of In Action Brokerage, an ecosystem service company, he has been an active member of the Denver community since 2011, working extensively throughout the food system. Michael is passionate about sharing his knowledge and is involved in teaching numerous workshops. He firmly believes in the power of community and aims to collaborate to create a fairer and more abundant food system in the Denver Metro area. Michael is eager to connect with you. Contact him anytime – whether it's for a visit, coffee, or a phone conversation. He wants to understand your needs and preferences to ensure he can serve our community effectively. Contact him at climatemitigationbrokerageinaction@gmail.com
Vice President: JaSon Auguste
JaSon Auguste is a seasoned agricultural professional, an artist, and a dynamic and inspiring leader who has played a pivotal role in the success of Mile High Farmers. As the Vice President, he has spearheaded many major events, including the annual Producers Summits, which have become a cornerstone of the Mile High Farmers work. JaSon is a passionate advocate for the Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) farming community. He serves as the BIPOC Policy representative on the National Policy Committee for the National Young Farmers Coalition, where he works to promote policies that support the needs and interests of underrepresented farmers. JaSon is also a founding member of FrontLine Farming, a justice-based farming organization, where he serves as Director of Marketing, Media & Technology, and Assistant Farm Director. His extensive knowledge and experience in the agricultural industry, coupled with his strategic vision and leadership skills, have been instrumental in driving the growth and success of the organization.
Treasurer: Jessica Harper
Jess Harper is the Treasurer of Mile High Farmers, and an active member of the Denver Metro food system. She works for Local Bounti and brings her analytical skills and energy to all the work she does. Her caring attitude and passion for promoting equitable access to healthy food make her a valuable member of the Mile High Farmers team. Jess's dedication and drive are appreciated by all, and we feel fortunate to have her on our team.
Secretary: Thai Nguyen
Thai is a widely recognized leader in the Denver food systems community. With a deep passion for agriculture, she brings a genuine energy and care to the farming community. Thai is currently spearheading the development of a new food forest in Edgewater as a part of her work as Founder and Executive Director of Kaizen Food Share, an organization dedicated to fighting food insecurity in the Denver area. Her innovative thinking and tireless dedication make her an invaluable asset to the local food movement. For Mile High Farmers, Thai serves as both our Secretary and a Policy & Land Access Committee Co-Chair. We are so grateful for all of Thai's contributions to our community.
Committee Chairs

Alexis Albanez
Policy & Land Access Committee Co-chair

Roberto Meza
Policy & Land Access Committee Co-chair

Jon Rodrigues
Education & Wellness Committee Co-chair

Krystyn "Yy" Dennis
Education & Wellness Committee Co-chair

Dr. Damien Thompson
Justice & Equity Committee Chair

vacant
Justice & Equity Committee co-chair

Jade Sato
Farmers Markets Committee co-chair

Margo Wanberg
Farmers Markets Committee co-chair
Staff

Willow Cozzens
Chapter Coordinator

Kayla Spani
Social Media Coordinator

Jade Sato
Farmers Markets Committee co-chair

Margo Wanberg
Farmers Markets Committee co-chair