diana price, advancement director
What led you to choose a career in conservation?
I was born and raised in the Heart of the Rockies region, and my appreciation of this landscape runs deep. The people and communities, open space, and wildlife of the area have shaped me. When I was presented with the opportunity to use my professional background in communications and development to support our mission to increase the pace of durable conservation of this place I love, it felt like and essential “yes.”
What inspires you in your daily work at Heart of the Rockies Initiative?
I am inspired daily by the committed professionals I work with at Heart of the Rockies Initiative and by the collaborative community that exists around this work — the landowners, agency partners, non-profit organizations, and Tribal and rural community members. This work of conserving a connected landscape requires connected people and organizations, and it’s an honor to work alongside so many smart, authentic, mission-driven folks determined to create those connections and opportunities for collaboration.
When you’re not working, how do you engage with the people, lands, or wildlife of the transboundary Rocky Mountains?
I spend a lot of time on the trails around Missoula, running, hiking, and skiing, and I appreciate every opportunity to explore the broader region. The rivers, lakes, and mountains of Montana and Idaho, specifically, are my heart’s home – where I feel most myself and deeply connected to my family and my purpose.
