| Colorado Environmental Health Association |
CEHA BOARD
The CEHA Board is volunteer lead and set forth in the CEHA Bylaws. The Board of Directors can maintain up to 14 members. Nominations for open positions typically take place at the Business Meeting of the Annual Education Conference.
President Term 2024-2027 Danielle Guilmineau Eagle County Public and Environmental Health Hi!
My name is Danielle Salinsky. I was born and raised in Seabrook, TX. I
attended Texas Tech University where I received a bachelor's and
master's degree in Kinesiology. I then attended the University of Texas
School of Public Health and received my master's in Public Health and a
graduate certificate in Global Health. I moved to Vail, CO in 2018 to
coach gymnastics while finishing my master's degree. I was hired by
Eagle County Public Health & Environment in 2020 as an Environmental
Health Specialist. I had no idea what the job entailed when I was
hired, but fell in love with the field and spreading education to
others. I currently coordinate our Retail Food, Onsite Wastewater
Treatment and Child Care program. | President Elect Term 2025-2028 (Requires member confirmation) Michael Roy Arapahoe County Public Health Hello! I'm Michael Roy, an Environmental Health Specialist III at Arapahoe County Public Health. After earning my degree from Stratford University in Washington, DC, and spending over 20 years in the retail food industry as a Chef and General Manager, I transitioned to environmental health—finding a true calling in promoting safety and well-being. I began my environmental health career at the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment in 2014, where I spent 9 years in roles including retail food inspections, plan reviews, mobile food inspections, Special Event inspections, COVID-19 response, and cannabis team involvement. In 2023, I joined Arapahoe County Public Health, where I am thrilled to serve as part of the Consumer Protection team. My current responsibilities include leading mobile plan reviews, overseeing food truck inspections, conducting retail food investigations, and managing vector surveillance. I'm proud to work alongside a talented team dedicated to improving public health. As an active speaker, I presented at the CEHA 2024 AEC and will be presenting at NEHA 2025. A proud Colorado native, I cherish everything this great state has to offer—especially our sports teams, festivals, and outdoor activities. When I'm not working, you'll find me enjoying time with my family, traveling, catching live music, or seeking out new adventures. If you see me at a Broncos game or the Renaissance Festival, don't hesitate to say hello!
| Past President Term 2023-2026 Kara Small El Paso County Public Health Hi! My name is Kara. I am from all over the world and have lived on 3 continents (non military). I have a Bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Ecology and Management from Texas A&M University, class of 2008 (whoop!). After working as a wildlife biologist for a few years, I stumbled into Environmental Health working for a small suburb of Dallas, TX. In 2019, I wanted to live somewhere I could live my best outdoors life and found a job with El Paso County, Colorado. I am currently a Lead Environmental Health Specialist for El Paso County’s Retail Food Program and I absolutely love my job. I’ve served on the CEHA planning committee since 2019 and am really excited to serve as the Chair for the 2023 AEC. I enjoy backpacking, hiking, camping, snow shoeing, scuba diving (not in Colorado), baking, and spending my time with my animals and my family and friends. |
Treasurer Term 2024-2027 Sally Born Mesa County Public Health My name is Sally Born, and I am the Environmental Health Manager at Mesa
County Public Health. While working on my Bachelor's Degree at Ohio
Wesleyan University, I took an unpaid volunteer position in the summer
of 2007 with a local public health department, and it was there that I
fell in love with Environmental Health. I worked hard to build up my
resume by taking on part time work in OWU's Environmental Health &
Sustainability office and then committing to a year of service in
Americorps. Finally, a local health department in Colorado hired me! And
then I spent ~8 years working in local and state public health in
Denver before moving to Grand Junction in 2021 to take this role,
overseeing the Environmental Health Department and leading the team of
specialists that work in these programs every day. I love to be involved
in the community which means I like to stay busy outside of work! I
love hiking, camping, or snowshoeing with my dogs, playing volleyball,
and volunteering with a local animal rescue organization. | Secretary Term 2025-2027 Ricky Ross Adams County Health Department Hello, I am Ricky Ross, field supervisor in Consumer Protection in Environmental Health at Adams County Health Department. I also manage the Adams County Health body art program. I have 9 years of experience in Environmental Health and 3 years of supervisory experience. I am a proud Colorado native and military kid, so I have a diverse upbringing growing up in 5 different states. (CO, HI, NY, KY, SC) I served in the US military for 7 years and attended the best school in the state, Colorado State University in Fort Collins. I have bachelor’s in microbiology and am a registered environmental health specialist. I love living in Colorado and enjoy all the Colorado things from catching a Rockies or Rams game to paddleboarding to hiking and hanging out in our mountain towns. I love trying new restaurants and live music. I also enjoy traveling and spending time at home with my dog Molly | Annual Education Conference Chair Term 2025-2026 Ben Huff Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment |
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Northeast Representative Term: 2023-2025 Karah Merrell Northeast Colorado Health Department Hello! I am Karah and growing up I split my time between Seward, Alaska and The Lake of The Ozarks in Missouri. I received a dual Bachelor's degree in Pre-Med/Biochemistry from the University of Missouri in 2007. I was accepted to the UMKC School of Medicine in 2008 and moved to Kansas City but in 2010 I shifted my path to delivering babies as a Certified Professional Midwife. In 2015 I was accepted to Oregon State University and received my M.S. in Environmental Sciences with a focus in Environmental Sustainability. After working and volunteering with different environmental and healthcare organizations remotely through the pandemic I decided to pursue my dream of owning a small farm in Colorado. However, I really wanted to get in and join my community so in January of 2023 I accepted a position as an Environmental Health Specialist with the Northeast Colorado Health Department. I love my job, working with people, and have an obsession for most of the natural world (including the icky stuff). I love to travel and spend time with my family and legion of pets on my little homestead. | Southeast Representative Term: This could be you! Contact coenvirohealthassoc@gmail.com if you are interested! | West Slope Representative Term: 2024-2026 Rebecca Rogers Garfield County Public Health Rebecca Rogers is the Program Lead for the Consumer Protection Team at Garfield County Public Health. Rebecca holds a BS in Social Work from Metropolitan State University of Denver and holds the certification of Certified Professional of Food Safety from the National Environmental Health Association. She is also the President of the Western Colorado Association of Environmental Health Officers. Prior to joining GCPH, Rebecca enjoyed a nearly 30-year career in the restaurant/hospitality industry; she has held every position in a restaurant from dishwasher to General Manager to Area Training Manager. In her current role, Rebecca oversees program management for the Retail Food and Schools & Institutions Programs, providing guidance and support to ensure the highest standards of environmental health are met. Her passion for the environment and public health continues to drive her efforts to create healthier, safer communities, and be both an advocate and educator within the Retail Food community. Outside of her professional life, Rebecca is an animal lover and enjoys spending time outdoors, be it hiking, golfing, or hanging out with her pups. |
Metro Representative Term 2025-2026 (Requires membership vote at AEC to extend term to 2027) | Industry Representative Term 2025-2027 Kayci Miller In-N-Out Burger Kayci Miller is a Food Safety Quality Assurance Field Specialist for In-N-Out Burger, supporting restaurants across Colorado, Utah, Idaho, Texas, and Tennessee. Since 2019, she’s worked to make food safety something that fits into daily operations—keeping things running smoothly while holding true to In-N-Out’s high standards. To her, food safety isn’t about making things harder; it’s about making it easy to do the right thing. Before joining In-N-Out, Kayci worked as a health inspector for Orange County, California, where she earned her Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) credential. Her love for environmental health began during her internship with Monterey County while studying Public Health at Brigham Young University–Idaho, and it’s guided her career ever since. When she’s not out in the field, you’ll find Kayci with her husband and four kids exploring new corners of Colorado—usually wherever there’s sunshine, snacks, and a good splash pad. | EH Director Dan Joseph Weld County Health Department Dan Joseph Weld County Health Department I am originally from Illinois and ended up moving to Colorado to attend UNC. I earned a degree in environmental earth science with a minor in environmental studies. My studies required an internship and I found one with the Weld County Department of Public Health and Environment. Six months after graduating a position opened with Weld and I was hired. That was 22 years ago!
My entire career has been with Weld, but it has allowed me to hold many
different positions at many different levels giving me a lot of
knowledge and relationships to draw upon. I love my new position, but retail food will always be close to my heart. When I am not working, I love playing sports (racquetball and hockey) and spending time with family and friends. I have been a member of CEHA for a long time and am happy to be part of the team. |
Student Representative, Term 2024-2026 Ryan Sawyer Colorado State University- Fort Collins | Student Representative, Term 2025-2027 Emmanuel |