Our board of directors represents the breadth and diversity of Western Montana—leaders from all eight counties who bring deep expertise in hospitality, community development, business and the issues that shape our region. They set our strategic direction, define our mission and vision, and ensure we operate with accountability and integrity. Their governance keeps us focused on what matters most: building a visitor economy that benefits the communities we serve.

"Our board provides the strategic leadership that shapes who we are and where we're going. They envision, challenge and ensure we stay true to our commitment to Western Montana."
– Racene Friede, President CEO

Board of Directors:

• Shannon Brilz (Chairperson) – University of Montana
• Matt Lautzenheiser (1st Vice Chairperson) – Historical Museum at Fort Missoula
• Christina "Riley" Polumbus (2nd Vice Chairperson) - Logan Health
• Victoria Lee (Secretary-Treasurer) – Glacier Distilling Company
• Aubrie Lorona - Swan Mountain Outfitters
• Dirk De Coninck - East Shore Smoke House
• Barbara Liss - Montana Bliss Artworks
• Steve Clairmont - Eagle Services
• Linda Howard - Wolf Trail Montana LLC
• Lailani Upham - Iron Shield Creative
• Edna White - Averill Hospitality
• Kimberly Woodring - Toole County MSU Extension Service
• Lisa Cline - Marketplace on Main, LLC
• Rachel Lynn Meyer - Rimrock Lodge, LLC
• Mary Casper - City Center Motel
• Diane Magone - Big Sky Rail Authority
• Steven DeLisle - Alberton Orchards
• Cresta Nicol - Eureka Area Chamber of Commerce
• Ramona Holt – Holt Heritage Museum
• Barb Neilan – Destination Missoula/CVB/TBID
• Diane Medler – Discover Kalispell/CVB/TBID

Organizational Flow Chart December 2025

Interested in becoming a member of the Western Montana's Glacier Country board of directors? We are currently accepting applicants from Lake, Lincoln, Mineral, Missoula and Ravalli counties. Flathead, Glacier and Sanders counties already have the maximum number of people for this year per our bylaws.

• Board of Directors Overview
• Board of Directors Job Description, Job Functions and Responsibilities
• To apply, use our online APPLICATION.
  Application deadline for 2025 new board member nominations is now closed. Online applications for 2026 will open in January. Applications are accepted year-round but only considered during the new member nomination process in the fall.
• Recruitment Process
• Board Governance Calendar
• Board Meeting Schedule (four meetings per year in March, May, October and December—generally the 2nd Tuesday). The December and March meetings are virtual and the May and October meetings are in person—location varies as they move around the region. Meetings are posted on our News and Events page no later than two weeks before the meeting.

2026 Board Meetings
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Virtual (Zoom) - Open to the Public

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
In-person (TBD) – Open to the Public

Tuesday, October 12, 2026
In-person (TBD) – Open to the Public

Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Virtual (Zoom) – Open to the Public