Val Nosler Beck

Val is committed to bringing people together through their differences because working through the tough issues with more voices at the table results in better outcomes for everyone.  

Val is an expert in operation management, community engagement, and strategic planning and has held various political and public service roles over the past 15 plus years in local, state, and federal government. She is a standout leader who can find solutions to complex problems and a skillful communicator who manages people, stakeholders, and situations in fast-paced environments by building trust and accountability.

Val was Campaign Coordinator and Director of Operations for John Hickenlooper’s US Senate and US Presidential campaigns. Prior she worked in the Colorado Governor’s Office in various roles, including Director of Scheduling and Advance and Community Engagement Director for flood and fire resiliency and recovery.

In the Hickenlooper Administration, Val held senior-level communications roles in various Colorado State Agencies, including the Department of Revenue, Department of Local Affairs, and Department of Human Services.

She began her career in Washington, DC, for then-Congressman Mark Udall and US Senator Evan Bayh. She also was surrogate scheduler in Colorado on President Obama’s 2008 Campaign for Change.

Val is passionate about mentoring and coaching campaign staffers. She founded a Non-profit called “The Steady” that trains campaign staff on how to make a sustainable career in political staffing.

Val serves on Wheat Ridge City Council and has championed local legislation that helps residents thrive where they live, including establishing an Equity and Race Task Force. Val sits on the Blue flower Board and serves on the Jefferson County Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility Task Force.

Val was named one of the Most Powerful Women in Business by the Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce.

  • Tallon Clancy

    CAMPAIGN & FINANCE DIRECTOR

    Some people will tell you that Tallon is a ray of sunshine on a campaign, others will say she is tireless when it comes to getting the job done and at Upstream our candidates breathe a sigh of relief with her take charge and responsive style. She leads the campaign staff program at Upstream and specializes in fundraising.

    Since 2016, Tallon has worked on all levels of campaigns, from school boards to federal races. She is most proud of helping elect the first woman District Attorney in Jefferson and Gilpin counties in Colorado. Tallon believes the key to a winning race is a robust fundraising program and she is passionate about working hard to support first-time candidates as they learn how to effectively fundraise. She currently lives in Colorado Springs and is a graduate of the University of Denver. She sits on the board of InvestHer and is a founding board member of The Steady, a campaign and political staffer training and support network organization.

  • Zara Degroot

    DIGITAL ORGANIZER & CONTENT STRATEGIST

    Upstream is fortunate to have Zara’s creativity on our team. She brings content and strategy to our clients, campaigns, and candidates that feel fresh and are innovative. She listens and then brings her artistic capabilities to everything that she does.

    She is a Colorado native and an experienced digital strategist specializing in digital organizing and content strategy. She brings a unique and innovative perspective to the digital landscape from working in the private sector at multiple marketing agencies to executing digital strategies for political clients, candidates, and single-issue organizations. She has a proven track record of utilizing data-driven digital practices to help clients win big, and she is passionate about using her skills to advance causes close to her heart. She graduated from Colorado State University in 2017 with a degree in Journalism and Media Communications and Business Management. Her free time is spent painting, traveling, and obsessing over her dog Rosebud.

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  • Harper Lodge-Rigal

    COPYWRITER

    Harper grew up in Bloomington, Indiana but has called Colorado home for the past eight years. With a degree in Psychology and a Master's in Education, Harper is passionate about supporting and developing others to find their gifts. After teaching elementary school for just under a decade and working as a graduate student coach and advisor, Harper has started her own business Harper Rose Agency LLC, which aims to support clients in finding their voice through expert copywriting and thoughtful consulting.

    Social justice has always been a pillar in the work she has done in her community. She has supported Colorado Democrats over the years through volunteer and fundraising efforts. She is a member of SPURR (Social and Political Understanding of Reproductive Rights) and hosts an annual “ballot party” with her fiance to help community members better understand what issues are on the ballot.

    When she’s not writing, Harper enjoys mountain hikes with her dog Lando, planning her wedding, and sipping wine with friends on patios. She looks forward to bringing her creativity, words, and support to the Upstream team!

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  • Jami Delmonico

    EVENTS & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

    Jami grew up in Colorado and is raising her family of three in Arvada, Colorado. She is dipping her toes campaign and political work as Upstream's Event Coordinator. As an active member in her community, Jami has organized and run youth outreach programs in local high schools.

    Helping those around her succeed in their passions has always been her dream. It’s her drive and commitment that sets her apart. Jami has a unique skill set for research and fundraising, she’s able to carry out competitive social media analysis to find your peak audience. Jami is creative and has worked in the hospitality and beauty industry. She brings that perspective and experience to her work on the Upstream Team!

    Jami enjoys time with family camping, cheering on the Broncos, and everything Colorado has to offer!

  • Ginny Castleberry

    OPERATIONS & PLANNING

    Ginny is our Operations Manager and focuses on events planning and staffing support.