Astoria Team

Paige Byron

Executive Director

Paige Byron Curry has over 10 years of experience in fundraising and non-profit management; during that time, she helped complete multiple $6M+ capital campaigns and launch two new organizations: Astoria Park Conservancy and Jackson Hole Children’s Museum. She is an avid outdoorswoman, a Teton County, Wyoming native.

Martha Bancroft

Development Director

Originally from Virginia, Martha moved to Jackson with friends in 1987 to enjoy the magical scenery and casual lifestyle. She has had a variety of roles in the non-profit, tourism, and financial sectors in the Jackson community. In April 2023, Martha joined Astoria's leadership team as the Development Director to elevate their impact connecting the community through inspiring experiences in nature. Her passion for creating relationships and building community is what drew her to Astoria. Martha has a deep appreciation for the outdoors and enjoys hiking, skiing and being on the water with her family, friends and two labs in her spare time.

Bari Bucholz

Manager of Programming and Educational Development

Bari brings 20 years of teaching experience to Astoria. She is inspired by making a difference in lives and fostering meaningful community connections. Bari's passion is to encourage and teach the next generation about our abundant local flora and fauna, as well as the magic of Astoria. She enjoys adventures with family and friends on the river, camping and hiking.

Ladd Burmaster

Facilities Assistant (Pressure Washer)

Barbara "Beanie" Falk

Welcome Center Front Desk Attendant

After retiring from a rewarding career in nursing, Beanie joined the team at Astoria, using her wealth of healthcare experience to continue connecting with community members seeking health and wellness benefits. It only made sense for her to fulfill her passion for helping others and spreading joy in her new role. In addition to her professional endeavors, Beanie finds fulfillment in traveling abroad with her husband and pursuing her lifelong goal of mastering French. She also enjoys engaging in outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, paddleboarding, and unwinding in Astoria's mineral-rich pools.

Lisa Heslop

Front Desk Assistant Manager

Lisa moved to Wyoming from the West Coast of Canada in 2016. She comes to Astoria with 5 years of event and site operations experience at a National Historic Site and skills gained over many years volunteering with The Land Conservancy of British Columbia. She has the best co-workers, enjoys seeing the hot springs’ transformative effect on guests, and is looking forward to the next phase of Astoria Park.

John Leonard

Welcome Center Front Desk Attendant

Since 2003, John has called this breathtaking corner of the world home. He is passionate about whitewater rafting and live music performances while immersing himself in the vibrant culture of our community. With over 13 years of experience in the spa industry. He is dedicated to providing unparalleled relaxation and rejuvenating experiences for our guests.

Jeff Moran

Director of Operations and Facilities

Jeff is a highly motivated leader with 18+ years experience in marketing, events, communications, programming, and partnership development. His passion for creating relationships and building community are what drew him to Astoria. Jeff is a regular event MC and has plans to travel the world on motorcycles with his partner, Amy.

Jeremy Rowan

Facilities Assistant Manager

Jeremy has a passion for hot springs and is excited to be working here at Astoria. He brings over 10 years of experience in customer service. Spending time in nature, climbing, hiking, and exploring a little bit off the main roads are some of the reasons he has chosen to continue living here in his home state of Wyoming.

Josue Sosa

Welcome Center Front Desk Attendant

Josue was born in Jackson Hole, WY and raised in Star Valley. He graduated from SVHS in 2015 and later went to Laramie County Community College for two years studying towards his Associate’s Degree in Education. Josue enjoys camping, hiking, gardening, traveling, photography, and spending time with his family and friends. What Josue enjoys about Astoria is being able to unify and connect with the community.

Mesa Smithmen

Welcome Center Front Desk Attendant

Mesa is a student at Jackson Hole High School, graduating in 2024, and started her job at Astoria after an internship with Coombs Outdoors. She loves music, playing bass in the Teton Music School rock band, and loves nature and animals. Mesa is planning to study Zoology or Environmental Science after graduation.

Rickie Thwing

Welcome Center Front Desk Attendant

Rickie has lived in the region since 1993 and is proud to call Wyoming home. Throughout her varied employment history, the focus has always been on providing outstanding customer service. Rickie is passionate about Astoria's mission of fostering wellness and community. She enjoys hiking, floating the river, gardening, and traveling with her husband, two grown sons, and her canine best friend, Chuck.

Carolyn Worth

Director of Events and Community Engagement

Carolyn moved to Jackson in 2007 after earning her degree from the University of Colorado. After ten years of working for Community Entry Services, a local nonprofit, Carolyn joined the Astoria team in 2022. Her favorite thing about Astoria is making its nonprofit mission a reality. Carolyn enjoys spending time outdoors fishing, hiking, and camping with her husband and their 3-year-old daughter.