October 2025
Colorado Open Space Alliance Conference and Review
I have supported the Colorado Open Space Alliance (COSA) conference since 2019. I served on the steering committee from 2019-2022 and then started working with them as a contractor in 2023.
This year’s conference in Steamboat Springs was one of the best yet. I supported the keynote speakers, organized all 42 breakout sessions and managed this year’s field trip RFP process.
Here are some kind words from Jenn Almstead, steering committee member and staff with Larimer County Department of Natural Resources about working with me over the past three years: “Working with Kristen May as a consultant for the COSA conference has been an outstanding experience. Kristen is a truly collaborative partner who is approachable, responsive, and an exceptionally clear communicator. What distinguishes her from other consultants I’ve worked with is her unwavering reliability. Deadlines are not only met but honored with precision, and she consistently brings thoughtful insights that elevate every project. Kristen’s flexibility allows her to navigate changes with ease while maintaining momentum and keeping everything running smoothly.”
Learn more about COSA at their website
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April 2025
Conference Highlight- Partners in the Outdoors
Were you in Colorado Springs for Partners in the Outdoors 2025? So was Kristen!
This year I was invited to support this event during the coordinator’s maternity leave. I had a great time working with Colorado Parks and Wildlife and supporting this event.
Seeking support for your upcoming conference or event? Let’s talk!
March 2025
The Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants Conference
This year I supported the annual Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants conference for their 10th anniversary year! Held in Fort Collins on the CSU campus, it was a great day of learning and networking with professionals and passionate hobbyists alike.
Learn more about Landscaping with Colorado Native Plants at their website (which I redesigned with them this year!)
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October 2024
Conference Highlight-
Colorado Open Space Alliance
Over 350 open space professionals from across the state joined the Colorado Open Space Alliance for a three day event in Grand Junction. Kristen has supported this conference in a variety of capacities since 2019.
Seeking support for your upcoming conference or event? Let’s talk!
June 2024
Review from Growing Up Boulder’s Executive Director Mara Mintzer
"It was a pleasure working with Kristen. She is a great listener who asks all the right questions, and she was very responsive throughout the grant writing process. Kristen wove together the threads of our project beautifully and created a strong and persuasive grant proposal. We look forward to working with her again soon!"
January 2024
My latest award-winning application: Safe Routes to Parks Colorado
Read more about the program and the PLAY Boulder Foundation’s award here.
Want to win your next grant application? Let’s talk!
October 2023
I supported the COSA 2023 conference in Snowmass with over 350 open space professionals.
Learn more about the Colorado Open Space Alliance on their website.