Cindy Smith

Cindy Smith, a board member at the Flying Horse Foundation, brings over 30 years of community involvement in Colorado Springs to our team. Married to founding board member Jeff Smith, Cindy has a rich history of volunteerism, including significant contributions to Newborn Hope and the National Charity League. Her recent venture, co-founding Mixed Greens Nursery, demonstrates her entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to the local community. Cindy's deep-rooted passion for service and her experience in nurturing community relationships are invaluable assets to our foundation's mission.

Kelly

Kelly M. Rosati, J.D., is an attorney, nationally recognized child advocate and the founding Executive Director of the Flying Horse Foundation. Previously, she spent 10 years at Focus on the Family, most recently as its Vice President of Advocacy for Children. A frequent public speaker, Ms. Rosati has testified before Congress about foster care and adoption and is the author of the book Wait No More.  

Her work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, National Public Radio, Denver Post, New York Daily News, Christianity Today, Honolulu Star Bulletin and numerous TV and radio stations nationwide. She also served for 10 years as the Executive Director of Hawaii Family Forum where she advocated for children and families in the legislature and media. In that role, she was named by the Honolulu Star Bulletin as one of “Ten Who Made a Difference” for the state in 2000 for her role in changing Hawaii’s law to better protect minors from adult exploitation. During that time, she was also appointed by Hawaii’s Governor to serve on the Hawaii Children’s Trust Fund where she became its chair-elect before moving with her family to Colorado.    

Ms. Rosati received her undergraduate degree from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. She received her law degree, cum laude, from the University of Nebraska College of Law. Ms. Rosati and her husband live with their four children on a ranch east of Colorado Springs where they have been greatly impacted by horses and their therapeutic impact.

Trisha

Trisha Tarleton, as the Executive Director of the Flying Horse Foundation, brings a unique blend of compassionate leadership and strategic acumen to our team. Since joining us in May 2018 as Director of Operations, and later ascending to her current role in September 2022, Trisha has been a beacon of empathetic and effective management. Her deep understanding of our mission – to nurture the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the community – shines through in every aspect of her work. With a rich history of over a decade in various strategic leadership roles, Trisha's expertise in strategic planning, project management, and operational oversight has been invaluable. Her approach, always people-centric and results-driven, has significantly enhanced our programs' reach and efficacy. She has a gift for creating connections – whether it’s bridging the needs of the community with the foundation's resources or fostering a spirit of collaboration and warmth among our team members. Trisha's leadership style is infused with a rare blend of professional rigor and heartfelt empathy, making her an exemplary figure in our organization. Her commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment resonates deeply with the values of the Flying Horse Foundation. Her presence has not only propelled our operational success but also enriched the lives of those we serve. Residing in Monument, Colorado, with her family, Trisha embodies the values of compassion, community, and family that are at the core of our foundation. Her visionary leadership and empathetic approach are crucial to our mission, as we continue to make a meaningful and lasting impact in the lives of children, youth, families, and seniors in our community.

Lisa

Lisa is our Operations Manager. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the esteemed University of Chicago and has a knack for critical thinking and data management. Lisa has worked with children for years, previously working at a local daycare transporting school-age students and as a Finance Administrator. Lisa possesses the ability to work well with both numbers and people; she enjoys a wide range of activities and pursuits.

Rachel

Rachel has her Master’s degree and is a Licensed Marriage, Child, and Family Therapist. She has more than six years of experience working with children and families with trauma, attachment and mood disorders in both the acute and residential hospital settings. Rachel also has her post-master’s certificate in Equine-Assisted Mental Health through the University of Denver.

Rachel lives in Calhan, Colorado with her husband of more than 20 years, two daughters, and many four legged friends.