Cindy Bartz
Board Chair
Cindy grew up in a close-knit community in San Antonio and earned a B.S. in Political Science from Texas A&M and an MSW from University of Texas at Austin. Cindy spent the first five years of her career with Big Brothers/Big Sisters in Houston and Northern Virginia. She then moved into the public sector as the Director of Community Development for the Housing Authority in Austin.
As a new mom, Cindy moved to Los Angeles with her family and shifted into part-time positions running Sunday school programs. Fast-forward 15 years — with a 16 year-old son, 11 year-old daughter and 4-year-old labrador — Cindy and her family are thrilled to call Jackson Hole home. Since moving to Jackson, Cindy has happily returned to her social work roots. She has been putting her grant-writing and nonprofit management skills to use as an independent contractor with several local organizations.
Amanda Mohnk
Vice Chair
Having lived all over the country between Michigan, Montana and Massachusetts, Amanda stumbled upon Jackson while looking for a ski destination vacation and never looked back. Amanda has spent the last 15 years in various roles at the MassMutual Trust Company as well as Bank of Jackson Hole Trust & Wealth Partners. Her work has spanned from new business development to operations to most recently leading their team of Trust & Tax Officers.
Working with high-net-worth clients to assist in leaving a legacy to the people and causes they care about most has been a core focus for her throughout her career. Most recently, Amanda joined Bridger Trust Company where she is now leading their Jackson based team. Amanda graduated from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst with a BBA and then MBA in Business Management along with attaining her Certified Trust and Financial Advisor (CTFA) designation. She enjoys recreating outdoors – skiing, snowshoeing, paddleboarding, hiking, biking and just about anything in between.
Jamil Higley
Director
Jamil’s interest in the evolution of the human species lent itself to her focus on the evolution of emotions. She especially enjoys studying how emotions evolve in young adults and over our lifetimes. She’s a member of the International Coaching Federation and the Institute of Coaching, A McLean Affiliate of Harvard Medical School. As a member, Jamil provides individualized professional coaching and leadership development.
She consults with students through Rice University’s Doerr Institute for New Leaders. She, additionally, coaches undergraduate and graduate students – including NCAA athletes – to reach their full potential.
Amy Mower
Treasurer
Amy grew up in the suburbs outside of Chicago and moved to New York City to attend Fordham University. She remained in NYC for 16 years, working in various roles running fashion retail stores and showrooms. In 2016, Amy and her family relocated to Jackson to start a trust administration business with her husband. Committed to giving back to a community she loves, Amy has served on the board for St. Jude’s Jackson Hole Chapter, volunteers with One22, and coaches her kids basketball teams. Inspired by her daughter’s positive experience with GAP! she was excited to join its board to help empower and uplift girls in the community. Amy cherishes time with her three children, her husband, and their dog. She loves traveling, hiking, biking, running, skiing and generally anything the beautiful Jackson Hole has to offer.
Kristine Harris
Secretary
Born and raised in Iowa, Kristine moved to Jackson in 1992 after a work trip. This trip made her realize that the Tetons was where her heart was meant to be. The majority of Kristine’s work experience has been in hotel marketing and sales. Her current position being DOSM of the Homewood Suites by Hilton. Kristine and her husband, Adam, have two children and enjoy traveling, escaping the busy summer season in the family camper, and spending the winters downhill skiing.
Liz Jorgenson
Director
Liz grew up in Princeton, New Jersey, and earned a degree in Government & Law from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. Drawn to the allure of the West, she moved to Wyoming in 1999 for what was meant to be a single summer. Nearly 26 years later, she’s proud to still call Jackson home. Liz began her professional journey in Food and Beverage, working at Amangani and Old Yellowstone Garage, before transitioning to real estate. She started with 3 Creek Ranch during the early days of the golf course community and went on to build a successful 17-year career as co-manager of Wyoming Title & Escrow.
In 2022, Liz returned to her passion for real estate and is now a licensed agent working alongside her husband, Mike, at Vylla Home. When she’s not assisting clients, Liz is cheering on her two busy daughters at lacrosse and volleyball events. A grateful supporter of GAP, she’s thrilled to give back to the organization that has enriched her family’s life.
Sonia Diaz
Director
Sonia Diaz grew up in California before making Wyoming her home in 2012. She first connected with Teton Habitat in 2016 and was drawn back in 2023 to serve as the Homeowner Services Manager. This is where her passion for service and belief in Habitat’s mission align perfectly. Sonia’s favorite part of her role is walking alongside future partner homebuyers as they journey toward becoming first-time homeowners. Fully bilingual in English and Spanish, she also supports her community as an interpreter for the local tax program and the Department of Family Services. Outside of work, Sonia enjoys cooking, spending time with loved ones and hiking with her dachshund Chili.
Shawn Daus
Director
Shawn Daus holds a Juris Doctorate degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law in New York City. While studying for the bar, she worked in the Corporate Sales and Services Department for Vail and Beaver Creek Mountains. Shawn passed the bar and obtained her license to practice law in the State of Colorado (which she still maintains today), yet she decided to continue planning private group programs and events.
The opportunity to create the Group Sales and Services Department at the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort brought Shawn to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, where she has lived ever since. After 20 years managing private group and event business at JHMR, Shawn seized the opportunity to start her own group travel and private event company and Destination Connection was founded.
Shawn is a three term elected official on the Teton Village Improvement Service District Board. She also served as the president of the ¡DALE Munger! board, supporting dual English/Spanish language education in Jackson Hole.
Shawn grew up in Livingston, New Jersey, attended Lehigh University and graduated with a BS in Communication from Boston University.
Katherine Ward
Director
Sarai Chapetón
Director