Join our team!

We want you!

Want to be part of the largest Dragon Boat Festival in the USA? Come join the Colorado Dragon Boat team! We’re looking for passionate, community-minded individuals to help make our festival an unforgettable experience.

We’re currently seeking a Volunteer Manager (Internship-Level Volunteer Position) — a resourceful, motivated self-starter who will help lead and coordinate our amazing volunteer network. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on event experience, develop leadership skills, and be part of one of Colorado’s most vibrant cultural events.

For more details, please see our job postings below or contact our Executive Director, Sara Moore, at Sara@cdbf.org

Volunteer Intern Info

Join our Ops Team!

If you’re ready to dive deeper into festival leadership, consider joining our Operations (Ops) Team! This team of high-level volunteers helps plan, organize, and oversee key areas of the festival—from logistics and stage management to community engagement. Ops Team members are the driving force behind the scenes, helping bring the energy and spirit of the festival to life.

If you’re passionate about teamwork, leadership, and community, we’d love to have you join us! Contact Program Manager Lorraine Eloriaga at Lorraine@cdbf.org for more information.

The Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Team

Sara Moore - Executive Director

Sara Moore is the Executive Director for Colorado Dragon Boat, the umbrella organization that encompasses the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival, the Colorado Dragon Boat Film Festival, the AANHPI Emerging Leaders Program, and the new Riverdale Regional Park Dragon Boat Regatta. Sara brings over ten years of non-profit executive management experience. Sara has managed large scale events, significant fundraising efforts, and is a key leader in the AAPI community. Sara is most proud of bringing Colorado Dragon Boat into a stable and thriving financial position as well as leading the largest Dragon Boat Festival in the country with an average of 200,000 attendees per year.

Sara’s passions include rock climbing, hiking, and learning about her Japanese heritage. Sara can talk on end about her grandfather, Masamichi (Mac) Suzuki. Mac was interned during WWII as a nisei at Tule Lake, California. He later served on the ABCC (Atomic Bomb Casualty Commission) in Hiroshima, Japan, as a OBGYN studying fertility in the victims of the atomic bombs. Sara earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State University in Michigan.

Sara is proud to be a part of this amazing organization that helps promote and celebrate the diversity we have in the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander community.

Lorraine Eloriaga - Program Manager

Lorraine Eloriaga, born and raised in Denver, Colorado, has a rich heritage and a deep commitment to community service. She was born to Dr. Amelia Ashmann and Mr. Marshall Ashmann, and from an early age, she became a dedicated member of the Philippine American Society of Colorado (PASCO). By age five, Lorraine was already learning and performing traditional Filipino dances, showcasing her talents at venues such as the Denver Zoo, the Governor’s Mansion, and even during Pope John Paul II’s visit to Denver for World Youth Day in 1993. Lorraine’s passion for her Filipino heritage and dedication to her community are inspired by her mother’s lifelong commitment to service.

Lorraine’s involvement with the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival began with the very first event, where she served as both paddler and coach. In 2010, she took on the role of Chief Timer, and by 2019, her dedication and expertise led her to become Race Director. In 2023, Lorraine was appointed as the Program Manager for Colorado Dragon Boat, allowing her to combine her love for dragon boating with her extensive experience in event planning. Her role as Program Manager enables her to bring people together and celebrate cultural diversity through the power of sport and tradition.

Elijah Teerapenun - CDBF Intern

Operations Committee/Key Volunteers

Public Safety

Public Safety is one of the most essential parts of the festival! Our Public Safety Chairs work closely with contracted officers—including DPD, security teams, EMTs, and park rangers—to ensure every guest, performer, and volunteer enjoys a safe and fun festival experience.

Tyler Walker

Cisco Velasquez

Sam Cobb

Parking and Transportation

The Parking & Transportation Team keeps the festival moving—literally! These dedicated volunteers coordinate parking and transportation logistics to ensure guests can easily and safely travel to and from the event. This team keeps the festival flowing and helps create a positive experience for everyone who attends.

Bryan Yee

Bryan Yee, an engineering geoscience professional, holds a B.S. in Land Use with concentrations in the earth sciences. In the community, he volunteers with the National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP), Society of Asian Scientists & Engineers (SASE), and as a professional resource for high school and college students in Colorado. He also served as a youth mentor and program coordinator for the Asian Pacific Development Center. New to the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival leadership team, he looks forward to working with an amazing group of leaders and the challenge the festival provides. As a Colorado native, Bryan loves the outdoors. Besides volunteering, his hobbies include camping, tennis, archery, chess, reading, and exploring new places.

Teresa Carnes

Teresa is a Colorado native that when not working as a data entry and customer service professional, is an avid event- goer. Having spent many years attending events such as the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival, Denver Cherry Blossom Festival, Colorado Renaissance Festival, Colorado Anime Fest and the like; seven years ago she initially decided to volunteer to better learn how such large events are ran and managed. But she quickly grew to admire and enjoy working with the members of the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival Committee; such supportive individuals who truly care about each other and the AANHPI community here in Colorado. So she eagerly supports that mission, continuing to always promote and celebrate all of the rich cultural diversity and inclusion within the local communities.

Volunteer HQ

Volunteer HQ volunteers are the go-to team for supporting and empowering our day-of volunteers. Based at Volunteer Headquarters, they help with check-in, coordination, and communication—ensuring every volunteer has what they need to make the festival a success.

Frank Chen

Frank Chen is a software engineer at a global satellite communication company who dedicates his time beyond work to serving his community. He actively volunteers and/or donates to organizations like the Denver Botanic Garden, Nathan Yip Foundation, and CACEN, and helps run the Asian American Youth Athletic Association (AAYAA). Frank is excited to collaborate with fellow passionate leaders to contribute to the festival and the wider community. His diverse interests also extend to AI for everyday life, crypto and blockchain, sports photography, hiking 14’ers, and real estate investment and management.

Stephanie Lee

Stephanie is a Program Manager, Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Students, at CU Boulder. She is originally from Dallas, Texas, and I have been living in Colorado for 6 years. In school, I studied chemistry but decided to pivot to education after graduate school. I enjoy coaching students through college, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds, and ensuring that they have access to opportunities and community while in college. In my spare time, I enjoy knitting, gardening, cooking, and getting outside into the sun!

Jen Pu

Hi, I'm Jen Pu, and I am the Director of Data Strategy, Analytics, and Insights at Coca-Cola. I’ve been a dedicated volunteer for the Asian American Youth Athletic Association (AAYAA) for many years.

I am passionate about promoting cultural diversity and supporting community events. The Colorado Dragon Boat Festival is a vibrant celebration of Asian American culture and heritage, and I am proud to contribute to its success.

When I’m not volunteering, I enjoy watching my daughter’s swim meets and my son’s hockey games. Being part of this incredible community event brings me immense joy and satisfaction, and I look forward to many more years of involvement.

Dee Valencia

Dragonland and Artist Alley

Our Dragonland and Artist Alley Coordinator supports community partners and artists in one of the most dynamic areas of our festival. This vibrant space highlights education, connection, and creativity—offering festivalgoers a unique opportunity to engage with AANHPI communities, meet local partners, and discover the incredible talent of AANHPI artists from the Denver Metro Area.

Angela Teo

Stage Managers

Our Stage Managers are the heartbeat of each stage! They work directly with our incredible performers—whether it’s dance troupes, live bands, or cultural showcases—keeping the energy flowing and ensuring every performance runs smoothly on the Performing Arts, Band, and 360 Stages.

Liliya Zeng

A Colorado resident all my life, I've lived all along the Front Range but somehow, I've never been to the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival. 2025 was the year I wanted to become more connected and engrained in the Asian community, so I decided to volunteer for CDB. As a graduate of CDB's Emerging Leaders Program, I wanted to give back to the organization that provided such an impactful program. I bring a passion for connecting people and exploring new methods for community-building. In my personal time, you can find me volunteering, spending quality time with my friends and partner, or snuggling up with one of my two kitties.

Christina Vu-Pham

Christina is a versatile, creative thinker who excels in collaborative settings and navigating ambiguous situations. She loves exploring fresh ideas, approaching challenges with creativity, and building meaningful connections with others. Deeply committed to the human experience, she thrives when fostering relationships to achieve common goals. Her passion for the arts and cultures has naturally guided her career toward the nonprofit sector, where she’s been able to blend her creativity with her dedication to making a positive impact.

Carmeliza "Zha Zha" dela Paz

Carmeliza “Zha-Zha” dela Paz is a first-generation Filipino American continuing her family’s legacy of community leadership. A dedicated PASCO officer and active member of the Filipino community, she shares her culture through service and connection. Zha-Zha brings her leadership and organizational skills as a dentist to her role as Stage Manager for the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival and has also emceed the Riverdale Regional Park Dragon Boat Regatta and Night Market. Together with her husband, Michael, and their sons, Dominic and Matteo, she continues to inspire the next generation to celebrate AANHPI culture with pride.

Yun Wang

Mr. Yun Wang is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Colorado. Starting out as a prosecutor in Rural Colorado, he is now a Partner at Britt, Tshering and Wang, a full-service litigation firm providing legal services in general criminal defense, domestic relations, and real estate matters, with a particular focus on serving the Asian immigrant community. Originally from Shanghai, China, Mr. Wang grew up in Los Angeles, California before settling down in Colorado. An active member of Denver's Chinese-American community, Mr. Wang is eager to participate in community events; his hobbies include playing the piano, racing cars, and photography.

Emerson Sonny Masicampo

Finance and Accounting Specialist with a degree in Accounting from Columbia College and Master in Business Administration from Regis University. Retired from both the US Navy and the Federal Government. Chairman of The Music Council for the Denver Art Society. Frontman, founder, song writer and guitar player for Pilot Haus (an original alternative rock band from Aurora, Colorado).