Ellis Thompson is the Founder and Co-Chair of the Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition and a National Fire Academy Instructor for Community Risk Reduction. With years of experience in wildfire resilience and community risk reduction, Ellis brings organizations together to educate, empower, and provide strategic resources for wildfire preparedness. She is passionate about data-driven decisions and people-focused solutions. Ellis lives in Grand Junction, where she enjoys exploring the mountains, rivers, and canyons.