Board Members

Garret Dupper Bio

I was born and raised in western Colorado on the outskirts of Grand Junction at our family farm. Over the years we have had all kinds of animals including emus, chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, pigeons, doves, quail, peafowl, zebra finches, fish, gerbils, dogs, cats, horses, cattle, a llama, goats, sheep, and so much more. I attended several private academies for education including Intermountain Adventist Academy and Life Academy. For college I attended Union College in Lincoln, NE where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science with an emphasis in Pre-Veterinary Medicine and a minor in Small Business Management. After graduating Union, I got accepted to Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine.

Staying active in the community has always been a passion of mine. From an early age I became the president of the 4-H club I was in. After that I took on leadership roles in the Mesa County 4-H Horse Council and Mesa County 4-H Leadership Council. I also had the honor to serve as a Mesa County Fair Ambassador for five years. From there I became involved in several leadership positions in college such as a social committee member and eventually becoming the social vice-president of the college. While in vet school I serve as the class of 2026
representative for the Food Animal Cub and the Student Chapter of the Society of Theriogenology Club.

Outside of vet school my hobbies include model horses, animal reproduction, and bluegrass music. These take on the form of hosting an online monthly model horse photo show and an annual live model horse show. I also raise 3 different breeds of pigeons, registered American Quarter Horses, and registered American Bucking Bull Inc. cattle. Back in 2020 I started getting more involved with Bluegrass music. From there my idea of hosting a Bluegrass festival in western Colorado. As my idea progressed and a team was formed, it officially took on
the name of Pickin’ in The Rockies. I am super excited for this event and cannot wait to help produce it for you all.

Brooke Hahn Bio

Brooke Hahn is a full-time student who is finishing a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies with a specialization in Digital Marketing. After graduation, she plans to use her degree to work in the non-profit sector but is currently employed part-time as a Residential Insurance Appraiser. Outside school and work, she spends time caring for her pet poultry and volunteering as the Poultry Superintendent for the Mesa County 4-H program. She also has a passion for the arts and has a particular affinity for photography, fiber arts, and art history.

Larry Dupper Bio

Larry Dupper is a father, grandfather, husband and gentleman rancher who lives in Olathe, CO.

Larry is retired from 42 years of service in healthcare administration. He is a Fellow in the Healthcare Financial Management Association. He currently serves on four boards, and has held positions such Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer in numerous non-profit organizations throughout his career.

Melissa Anchondo Bio

Although I traveled all around as a child, the Grand Valley has always been home! I’m 4th generation of the valley and plan to continue raising my son Carter here as well. As a family, we love the outdoors hiking, fishing and camping, but more than that love spending time spoiling my 4-legged fur babies. We look forward to raising Carter here in the valley as this is our home.

I have spent most of my working life working with animals and know that I always will in some manner. Animals hold a huge piece of my heart, and I am drawn to their undevoted love and compassion. However, I have found a new passion in helping others find their perfect dream home, their first home or help sell their home in hopes to find where they want to call home.