Spark an Idea to Elevate Rural Communities | Carrie Besnette Hauser | TEDxColorado Mountain College

Join Dr. Hauser as she discusses, “Activating an Idea to Elevate Rural Communities,” where you will be inspired and reminded that actions, both large and small, have the potential to create a powerful sense of place — for ourselves and for those we will never meet. Hauser shares the story of one man’s vision whose example has transformed the lives of individuals, families, and communities for generations. Since 2013, Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser has served as president and CEO of Colorado Mountain College. She has also held leadership positions in the philanthropic, public policy, and the outdoor industry sectors. A champion for access and equity, she often speaks and writes about rural communities and including their voices and participation in decision-making at the local, state, and national levels. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx