Our Board Members
Brit Diersch (she/they), founder
Brit is a dedicated community builder with a passion for fostering inclusivity and connection. Originally from the south shore on the outskirts of Boston, MA, Brit has intermittently called Big Sky, MT home since 2019. In the time spent in town, they have observed the growth of the queer community but noticed a lack of outlets for meaningful connections. Struggling to find the queer community they desired, they took the initiative to curate a space where everyone could feel safe and welcomed. Outside of her community-building endeavors, Brit enjoys a diverse range of interests. From skiing and snowboarding to creating art, listening to music, and immersing herself in nature, she finds balance and inspiration in various forms.
Taylor McCaslin (he/They)
Taylor is a multi-disciplinary Investor, Product Manager, and LGBTQ+ mentor living in the mountains of Big Sky, Montana. He is an advocate and defender of privacy, consent, and inclusion.
Taylor graduated from The University of Texas at Austin, where he studied business, theatre, computer science, and digital art & media. Since 2012 he has worked at enterprise-scale, hyper-growth technology companies. He currently works as a Product Lead for AI/ML at GitLab and runs an Angel Investment fund, Product Trust Investments. When not advising companies or speaking at conferences about technology, Taylor can be found geeking out with the latest Apple gadget, skiing, mountain biking, or enjoying live theatre. He also enjoys volunteering with local human rights and LGBTQ organizations as well as mentoring young technologists looking to start careers in tech. Learn more about Taylor.
Morgan Heckerd (she/her)
Usually putzing, though sometimes swimming, crafting, baking, or reading, Morgan is eager to do it all. She is a middle school teacher and a mentor for queer youth. Originally from coastal Maine, she moved to Big Sky in 2022 and loves the people who have also come to nestle here in the mountains. She is proud to serve on the BSO board and help facilitate meaningful connections across Montana’s queer communities. She loves reading queer literature and history in the community, and in 2023, she started a sapphic book club in Bozeman. She’s proud and delighted to say that it is everything she wanted and more.
Never without her dog, Morley, and never not missing the Atlantic, Morgan loves to dilly dally around old dirt roads, up creek beds, and alpine meadows, hoping to find the next best secret swimming hole.
Faith Chavez (They/thEM)
I am originally from Camarillo, CA. I'm now a travel seasonal worker, currently stationed in Big Sky, MT. I love snowboarding!! I like to live life as in the moment as possible, while also safely guiding my path with respect for myself and the land around me. I enjoy all sports, all seasons, and most people. I'm so excited to be on the board of Big Sky Out, gaining the opportunity to help foster deeper connection within our community. Peace and love!
Bailey Simone (They/Them)
Growing up in a small town in Iowa, I’ve gained a unique perspective on the importance of self discovery, uplifting community, advocacy, and inclusion, as that was absent within the areas that surrounded me. This perspective encourages me to be a voice for others here in Montana and to live more authentically as my true self. I like to express myself by singing, writing music, or crafting. I love learning new trades and pursuing hobbies like building, winter or summer sports, crocheting, and mostly, I enjoy being outside by the river with my dog. I’m so excited to be a part of Big Sky Out and I'm so happy to create encouraging communities together!