Jason Merritt
Born and raised in Arkansas, Jason Merritt first found adventure exploring the Ozark Mountains of his home state. He moved to Telluride in 1992 and obtained a bachelor of arts in humanities from Fort Lewis College. After a 12-year successful career in the ski industry as an employee relations and customer service specialist, Jason began his non-profit career with Mountainfilm in 2016. Over a five-year stint with Mountainfilm, he held leadership roles in hospitality, sponsorships, world tour, development, fundraising and student programs. Jason is an avid skier and enjoys everything outdoors in the San Juan Mountains. He is passionate about connecting children and teens with the restorative powers of nature.