Lynnea joined the University of Colorado Foundation in September 2022 as the Vice President of People & Culture. Lynnea is responsible for all the human resources functions of the organization, maintaining a healthy work culture and environment during the entire life cycle of the staff.

Before joining the Foundation, Lynnea was with the University of Denver in a Senior Director of Operations (COO) role at a nonprofit research center, the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System. Prior to that, she was the Boettcher Foundation's Director of Operations. She brings more than 18 years of experience in human resources, business operations, business development, and strategic planning; overseeing communications, development, human resources, IT, event planning, facilities and project management.

Lynnea’s community service includes serving on the boards of the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation, the University of Denver Alumni Council and the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University and her MBA from the University of Denver.

Lynnea is a member of the International Women’s Forum. A global traveler, she has explored more than 19 countries and counting. On weekends, she can be found playing tennis, running or playing golf with her husband, David. They both enjoy concerts, performing arts and exploring the local restaurant scene. Lynnea’s son, Miles, is a recent graduate of Morehouse College and lives in the NJ/NY area.