Carol joined the DFX board in August 2023, sharing her many years of professional experience in supporting accessibility. Currently, she is the ADA Administrator in the Culture and Strategy Division at Denver International Airport. Carol works with employees, construction teams, airline partners, and community stakeholders to ensure an accessible and inclusive experience for all travelers. Before assuming this role at Denver International Airport, Carol worked at UCHealth on the Anschutz medical campus as the ADA coordinator where she focused on improving healthcare access for people with disabilities and limited English proficiency.

Carol also serves on the City and County of Denver Commission for People with Disabilities. She holds a Master of Science in Health Services Administration and a Certification in Accessibility Core Competencies from the International Association for Accessibility Professionals. Carol is a Denver native and is married to Mika El. They have one son, Amari.