Leslee Francis | Aspen
Leslee Francis - Aspen-Based Outreach Director
Based in Colorado, Leslee Francis is a community-oriented individual who has dedicated a significant portion of her time to advancing community interactions and connections. In 2022, Leslee Francis became the outreach director with the Rock and Roll Academy in Aspen. As outreach director, she oversees raising money for the nonprofit. To achieve this, she writes grant requests to a wide range of businesses, municipalities, and private citizens. She also organizes fundraisers that involve live music.
Leslee Francis raised over $20,000 in her first year in the position. She also secured hundreds of new contacts to collaborate with the organization. She wrote 12 grants, set up five fundraisers, and implemented plans to expand Aspen’s Rock and Roll Academy.
In addition to her outreach work, Leslee Francis’ professional experience spans decades in education, outdoor recreation, and guiding. She spent six years as a preschool teacher at Wildwood, crafting lesson plans, developing portfolios for students, and teaching children about nature and the environment. Her passion for teaching shows in her work as a fly-fishing guide, a role she has held for over 30 years.
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Aspen, CO US