DION WEST

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Passion

I love being a part of a growing Foundation that serves as a hub to empower the entire nonprofit ecosystem in Broomfield. We’re in a period of exponential growth in grant programs, scholarship and emergency funding, as well as our nonprofit education and networking initiatives. The Foundation just celebrated its 30-year anniversary and it’s an exciting time to be involved in recognizing both how far the Foundation has come, while also playing an important part in where it's going for the next 30 years.

I cherish the camaraderie I have with a truly wonderful group of Board Members and staff who make my job meaningful, while still finding ways to make it joyful. You know you’re in a BCF staff or Board meeting, because they are always lively, engaging and never dull.

Professional Background

Prior to my tenure at the Broomfield Community Foundation, I was a practicing attorney specializing in litigation for small businesses throughout Denver, Boulder, and Broomfield Counties. I hold a Masters Degree in Political Science and a Juris Doctorate (JD) from the University of Colorado Boulder, where I served as a senior member of the law review and as a student director for CU’s Silicon Flatirons Program, combining the study of technology, law, policy and entrepreneurship under Phil Weiser, Colorado’s current Attorney General. In 2018, I volunteered as a BCF Grant Review Committee member, which inspired me to serve as a Board Member for several years, before transitioning my role to that of staff. 

Personal Insights

My husband Jon and I have lived in the area for 27+ years and have two sons. As of Fall 2024, Connor is entering his junior year of college in Chicago, while Evan is starting his sophomore year of high school locally. 

Our family appreciates downtime away from crowds, so you'll find us traveling to Utah's backcountry for family vacations in our vintage VW camper, spending time at a beach house on the Northern California coast, or binge-watching movies together (and arguing over which Christopher Nolan movie is actually the best). We are also a family of foodies, who enjoy making each beloved recipe even better than the last. 

My Superpower

My superpower is finding truly amazing, talented people and then delegating HEAVILY to them. Recently, this superpower has been turbocharged and is working at full capacity with the addition of Luciana Chama as our new Community Engagement Coordinator, Sean McKenzie as our extraordinarily qualified volunteer Youth Advisory Council Director, and Ashley Rodriguez in our new student internship position.

What is your favorite park in Broomfield?

Having shared many a playdate with a small group of moms who met in birthing class over 20 years ago, The Bay Aquatics Park is a nostalgic favorite, while watching my now much older kids compete playing Ultimate Frisbee at the Broomfield Commons is also a favorite.