Shimmering Wings Board of Directors
Sara Chadil, President
One Energy Renewables
What Attracted Me to Shimmering Wings:
When I was 11, my world shifted in a way I didn’t yet have words for after the sudden death of my 13-year-old brother. Grief felt lonely and confusing, and I didn’t know anyone my age who truly understood what I was carrying. Years later, I stumbled across an ESPN special about Camp Erin and immediately felt that pull of this matters. I remember thinking how different things might have felt if I’d had a place like this growing up. Shimmering Wings creates something incredibly powerful — a space where kids can show up as themselves, connect with others who “get it,” and learn they don’t have to carry grief alone.
Professional Background:
I’m a CPA with a Master’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Colorado Boulder and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. I’ve spent my career in accounting and finance, primarily in the energy and renewables space. I love building strong systems, untangling complex problems, and helping teams see the story behind the numbers — always with a people-first mindset.
What I Do in My Spare Time:
If I’m not working or volunteering, you’ll probably find me outside. I love adventuring with my husband and son — camping, backpacking, fly fishing, biking, and exploring new places whenever we can. Our Newfoundland, Falkor, is usually along for the ride (or at least supervising from nearby). Giving back has always been important to me, and I’ve volunteered with organizations like Food Bank of the Rockies, Habitat for Humanity, Mile High United Way, and, most meaningfully, Shimmering Wings.
What Inspires Me:
I’m inspired by real, human connection — especially when people are willing to be open, curious, and a little vulnerable. Listening to others’ stories and learning from different perspectives reminds me how much we can grow when we lead with empathy.
Who Is a Hero of Mine:
My mom — hands down. She’s generous, compassionate, endlessly hardworking, and the kind of person who shows up for others without hesitation. I’m incredibly lucky to call her both my mom and one of my best friends.
Something Quirky, Funny, or Interesting About Me:
Our family travel planning usually starts with one question: “Where can we fish?” We plan most vacations around fly fishing opportunities — if there’s water nearby, we can make it an adventure.
Barb Kamlet, MA, LPC - Vice-President
GriefJourney Counseling, PLLC
What Attracted Me to Shimmering Wings:
The aftermath of possibilities for children who are not supported in their grief is stunning - statistically, there is a significant possibility of depression, substance abuse, incarceration and suicide among others. I co-founded Shimmering Wings to help provide children and their adult caregivers with programs that give them the opportunity to have their voices heard, their memories cherished and most importantly, their feelings validated.
Professional Background:
I am passionate about providing support to grieving individuals and their families. I earned my Masters in Counseling Psychology degree from Regis University in 2010 and became a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2014. I did my internship at People House and am currently a clinical supervisor there for graduate student interns. In addition to my role as Executive Director of Shimmering Wings, I have a private practice, GriefJourney Counseling, where I specialize in grief, loss and life transitions as well as working with seniors. I am also a grief counselor with Colorado Visiting Nurse Association (CVNA) Hospice.
What I Do in My Spare Time:
Spare time in a little bit of a foreign concept to me but when I can find it, I love being with my grandchildren and sometimes just being at home having quiet time, reading, doing needlepoint or playing with my kitty, Gracie.
What Inspires Me:
The resilience of the human spirit.
Who Is a Hero of Mine:
There are a lot of people I consider to be my heroes but one of my shining lights and heroes is my brother, Andy, who was a Shimmering Wings Board member and Logistics Coordinator for Camp Erin Denver. More than that, he was my "person," my sounding board, my go to person, my light. Andy manifested kindness in everything he did and was and is my continuing inspiration.
What's Something Quirky/Funny/Interesting about Me:
I guess people would say it's quirky that I'm passionate about working with grieving people.
Jeremy Hubbard - Secretary
KDVR TV
What Attracted Me to Shimmering Wings:
I became part of Shimmering Wings because of a TV news story, One Last Hug. I anchor FOX31 Denver News at 5, 9 and 10:00 pm and visited Camp Erin Denver in 2016 to produce a report on the bereavement camp. That story had a huge impact on me and I wanted to get more involved. I joined the Board of Directors of Shimmering Wings in 2017.
Professional Background:
I am a Colorado native, born in Glenwood Springs. Before working at FOX31, I was an anchor and correspondent for ABC News in New York. I co-anchored ABC's national early morning newscasts, "World News Now" and "America This Morning," and reported for "Good Morning, America," "World News with Diane Sawyer" and "Nightline." I am a 54-time Emmy Award winner. The best part of that humblebrag? I'm honored to say that several of those Emmys have come from stories and news specials we've produced about Camp Erin and Shimmering Wings.
What I Do in My Spare Time:
I love traveling. I've been to all 50 states and about 70 countries across Europe, Africa and Asia. I've even reported from Afghanistan. I also serve Denver Metro Advisory Board of the Salvation Army, and I’m president of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (“The Emmys”) Heartland Chapter, and serve as a national trustee for the Academy. I also volunteer The Greatest Generations Foundation.
What's Something Quirky/Funny/Interesting about Me:
Music inspires me. While incapable of playing a single instrument, I can recite the lyrics to nearly any 80s pop or country song. Feel free to test me.
Logan Heffner
Rye Ridge Resources
What Attracted Me to Shimmering Wings:
What attracted me to Shimmering Wings is their mission and the quality of people in the organization. Providing grief support to those in need, especially young children, comes second to none for me. I am lucky beyond words to be involved with such an incredibly selfless group of people.
Professional Background:
I am a Petroleum Engineer with a degree from the Colorado School of Mines. I have been working in the oil and gas industry with a few different operating companies. However, in 2018, I partnered with another energy professional to start our own business in the industry. I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and am pleased to have found that in my current company.
What I Do in My Spare Time:
I love running (especially trail running), spending time with my wife and kids, grilling, hiking and cheering for the New Orleans Saints (I'm from Louisiana originally.). Overall, enjoying the outdoors with my family in Colorado is where I find the most peace.
What Inspires Me:
Nature and the resilience of humanity are what inspire me the most.
What Is Something Quirky/Funny/Interesting about Me:
I have incorporated a lot of The Office lines in my everyday speak. I love playing guitar for my kids when they are eating breakfast, having dance parties with my wife in the kitchen an wrestling with our golden retriever, Jack.
Who Is a Hero of Mine:
My parents and my wife are all heroes of mine. I am thankful to have had wonderful parents. My wife is involved personally and professionally in serving underprivileged families and children with special needs. That has always been an inspiration fo rme to serve something far beyond myself.
Josh Chebul
Focus Partners Wealth
What attracted me to Shimmering Wings:
Losing my mother to cancer when I was 11 has been the most consequential event of my life. My extended family and community were there to help us process this loss. Shimmering Wings helps connect those who are grieving with others familiar to their heartbreak, and I hope to help even just a single person process a loss similar to what I experienced.
Professional Background:
Educated as a petroleum engineer at the Montana Technological University, my first fourteen years after college saw me working on amazing projects in the energy industry. Following pursuit of my MBA at The Wharton School, I am embarking on my second career, as a financial planner. I’m excited to help people define their goals, optimize their assets, and confidently pursue the life of their dreams.
What you do in your spare time:
Cheering on my son as he grows and cheering on my wife as she pursues her goals are what is most important to me. Golfing, skiing, spending time in the outdoors, and spending time with my friends and neighbors are my main hobbies.
What inspires you:
People who challenge themselves to improve, to pursue their dreams, and to give back to their community are inspirational. Optimists, the selfless, and those with strong work ethic motivate me to continually evaluate my role in my family and in my network. Also: architects and gardeners, maybe for their vision and patience.
What is something quirky/funny/interesting about you:
Although I didn’t have a passport before work sent me abroad, I caught the travel bug soon thereafter and married a fellow globetrotter. We got our son a passport early on, and we can hardly wait to explore the world with him.
Who is a hero of yours:
Anyone who learns who they are and stays true to themselves unconditionally is heroic in my mind. The life Warren Buffett has led fascinates me, and the work of Franklin Roosevelt has taught me the power of leadership.
Leah Germain
What attracted me to Shimmering Wings:
I was drawn to Shimmering Wings because of its mission to support children as they navigate grief and loss with compassion, creativity, and care. Having faced my own journey of working through shame tied to my personal experiences, I deeply understand how powerful it can be to have safe spaces where emotions are honored rather than hidden. Shimmering Wings’ commitment to helping children process grief in healthy, expressive ways resonates with me on a personal level, and I’m honored to support work that helps young people feel seen, supported, and never alone in their healing.
Professional Background:
I have a background in producing large-scale global corporate events, managing complex programs across multiple countries, stakeholders, and timelines. My experience includes overseeing logistics, budgets, vendor partnerships, and on-the-ground execution while ensuring every detail supports a cohesive and meaningful experience. Through this work, I’ve developed a strong ability to anticipate challenges, communicate across cultures, and translate vision into well-run, impactful programs—skills I’m excited to bring to my role on the Shimmering Wings board.
What I do in my spare time:
In my spare time, I love traveling (especially internationally), walking and exploring new neighborhoods, trying great food, visiting museums, and seeking out design-forward or slightly weird experiences. I’m equally happy wandering through nature, soaking in a spa, or falling down a rabbit hole of art, culture, or personal growth work.
What inspires me:
I’m inspired by people who are brave enough to be fully themselves, by art that feels honest rather than perfect, and by experiences that blend beauty with meaning. I’m especially motivated by work that helps others move past shame or self-doubt and into confidence, creativity, and connection.
Who is a hero of mine:
My heroes tend to be quiet change-makers—artists, organizers, and leaders who create impact through compassion, curiosity, and integrity rather than ego. My number one hero would have to be my mom, who died when I was 13 to brain cancer.
What’s something quirky/funny/interesting about me:
I love immersive theater and experiences that fully pull you in—moments that make life feel alive, meaningful, and a little magical.
Michael Gold
What attracted me to Shimmering Wings?
Barb Kamlet approached me with this opportunity and I found it intruiging. I had been working with adults and grief and the chance to expand to children in a camp setting was terrific. I never got to go to summer camp as a kid and to be able to share my grief experience on top of that was amazing.
Professional Background
I am retired from my professional career as a performing artist in music theatre. I sang and danced my way through life on Broadway, Off-Broadway, National Tours/(United States/Canada), Regional Theaters, etc. I am a profesional artist in oil paintings, quilting, baking and mosaics.
I have been trained as a facilitator with the Heartlight Center(focused on grief support and education) and have been doing so for four years now. I facilitate FACING THE MOURNING GROUPS and OPEN heART STUDIO GROUPS for the Heartlight Center. I have volunteered at two Camp Erin camps, 2024 & 2025.
I have served on numerous boards and served on fundraising committees for various companies .
What do I do in my spare time?
I love to travel both here and abroad, reading, movie buff, always creating - painting, quilting, mosaics, baking, and volunteering for the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum, Heartlight and Shimmering Wings.
What inspires me?
Continuing education in the arts and in grief. Also, traveling has a way of opening your eyes to new cultures and experiences and food. Finally, people in my life who have a zest for life, like my wife.
Who is a hero of mine?
My parents were heroes of mine for their ability to love, their discipline and their sense of humor. One of my dad's heroes was Mother Teresa and her person had a huge impact on me. Her ability to serve, accept and nurture humans was remarkable.
What's something quirky/funny/interesting about me?
Put me in a pair of tap shoes and I come alive!
Aaron Ragon
Cherry Creek School District
What attracted me to Shimmering Wings:
My association with Shimmering Wings began when my son Ben attended Camp Erin after the death of his older brother in a hiking accident. That was eight years ago and my family’s involvement with Shimmering Wings has been incredibly meaningful and healing to all of us.
Professional Background:
I’ve worked in various settings related to Mental Health and education over the past 20 years. I’ve worked on the inpatient psychiatry unit at the Children’s Hospital in Denver, as a therapist in private practice and as a school counselor and school district administrator. I am currently a partner of student support in the Cherry Creek School District serving vulnerable and at risk students. Prior to working in mental health and education, I worked for 8 summers in the remote Alaskan fishing industry, at a research station in Antarctica and in Nepal running a study abroad program. I am an Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver teaching prospective school counselors.
What I do in my spare time:
In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, skiing and spending time with friends.
What inspires me:
I am inspired by resiliency of people who experience adversity and tragedy but move forward with their lives regardless.
Who is a hero of mine:
My father Ron Ragon is my hero. He is a self made man and has given everything he has to his family.
What’s something quirky/funny/interesting about me?
I have been exchanging prank phone calls with my two oldest friends for over 40 years.
Andy Kamlet (In Memory)
J3K Consulting Group
What Attracted Me to Shimmering Wings: Along with being Barb's little brother (so how could I say "no"?) I wanted to find a way to take the experience my own daughters had when they lost their mom (my wife, Kim) to metastatic breast cancer in 2014. I've seen first hand how devastating the death loss of a parent can be and wanted to help other children get the support they need to deal with their own loss.
Professional Background: I have an extensive career dedicated to marketing and business development in the high tech industry. I have had the privilege of working for some great companies including subsidiaries of Microsoft, WPP, Experian and FiServ. I currently work as a senior product manager for GutCheck, a Colorado-based agile market research company.
What I Do in My Spare Time: Ski, travel, walk our dog, Penelope, read, golf and spend time with family.
What Inspires Me: Kids like my daughters who have taken their own grief and found ways to help others that have experienced similar loss.
Who Is a Hero of Mine: My Dad - a patriot, hard worker, devoted husband, a family man
What's Something Quirky/Funny/Interesting about Me: I was a music major for an entire two weeks!