Meet Our Staff

Co-Owner/General Manager

Jeff was born and raised in Washington state and moved to Bozeman in 2000 to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. After graduating, his passion for climbing and problem solving drew him to work at Spire between jobs. In 2006 Jeff became an owner of Spire and hasn’t looked back since.

When not at the gym, Jeff spends most of his time gardening, climbing outdoors, spending time with his family, and running with his dog Indie.

Operations Manager - Employee since 2018

Charlie grew up in Wisconsin where he was fortunate enough to have a climbing team at his high school. After competing for a year, he got a job working at the climbing gym at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and guided weekend climbing trips to Devil’s Lake. After realizing his love for climbing and slacklining couldn’t be satiated by the small crags in the flat-lands of the Midwest, he decided to move to Colorado. There, he spent as much time as possible honing his skills in the mountains. Charlie moved to Bozeman in 2016 to explore new mountain ranges and meet new people. He spends his free time roaming the GYE with his wife, friends, and dog, Nandi.

Favorite climbs:Grand Traverse [Tetons], Cirque Traverse [Wind River Range], Mount Cowen NE Arete [Absarokas]

Program Manager - Employee since 2015

Born and raised in Billings, Montana, Kim grew up loving snow, rock, and anything outdoors. She learned to ski and backpack as soon as she could walk but didn’t find rock climbing until college. Sitting in freshman orientation, she signed up for “Rock Climbing 101” just for fun. She fell in love and went on to work at SteepWorld in Billings and spend countless hours on the sandstone bluffs surrounding the city. Coming to Bozeman in 2015 for the outdoor recreation that it provides, she now is stoked to keep exploring the local crags and play on some ice this winter.

Favorite Climbs: I'll Tell You What's Cool (Cody, WY), Brown Sugar (Billings, MT), Beer Bong (Ten Sleep, WY), anything that takes you high up in da mountains

Membership Manager - Employee since 2021

Ian grew up in Cleveland, Ohio (yes Ohio is real and yes Ian is as weird as you think he is) spending most of his free time hunting, fishing or just as outside as one could get in the city. He moved to Bozeman in 2018 to study at MSU and found climbing through the campus gym. After the great roof collapse of 2019, Ian started coming to Spire more and his love for climbing has only increased since then. Nowadays you can find Ian somewhere at Spire pretty much any weekday and roaming around any area with cool rock formations on the weekends. (Don’t look for him tho)

Favorite Climbs: Flake Fest Direct, Shaken not Stirred, Ghost in a Shell, Will the Wolf Survive, Uber A$$ and anything else at the Fins.

Instruction/Risk Manager, Assistant Retail Buyer - Employee since 2021

In college Wolf discovered their love for climbing where they completed an Outdoor Pursuits Program, taking students into the backcountry. This is where they fostered their love of teaching and sharing the outdoors with others. After college Wolf and their partner jumped into their custom built van with their dog “Dude” traveling the US in search of endless climbing and skiing. Since then climbing has taken them to different places all over the world including Japan, Peru and Vietnam. Wolf enjoys teaching others and hopes to share their love for climbing and the outdoors with everyone.

Favorite Climbs: Longer climbs in the mountains with friends that involve a significant amount of free climbing with air beneath your feet. Climbs that teach you something about yourself that can be shared with good company. Clipping bolts is pretty nice too.

Marketing and Events Manager - 2025

I ended up in Bozeman right after graduating from Washington State University with a degree in Sport and Recreation Management. Chasing the mountain culture I fell in love with growing up in Seattle and in Mazama, Washington. I seriously started climbing my sophmore year of college and haven't looked back. Besides climbing in Bozeman you will find me skiing, trail running, and biking around the Bridgers and beyond. I am personally very passionate about gear and all that goes into the production of it so if you ever have questions let me know!

Favorite Climbs: Arapilesian Dog + Flyboys + Liberty Bell - Mazama, Wa, Foxy- Ten Sleep, Martini-Fins, Standard Route Gallatin Tower + Tigger.

Head Route Setter, Head Comp Team Coach - Employee since 2014

If it wasn't the whiskey, then it sure was that sweet southern sandstone that made this wayward Kentuckian fall in love with rock climbing. For 20 years, rock climbing has been a significant part of his life whether it's climbing outside or grabbing plastic. Eventually, he learned that he could put that plastic wherever his heart desired, and thus began his journey as a setter. While he loves climbing on steep walls, he also have a deep respect for the less than vertical.

Facilities Manager - Employee since 2018

Zac grew up outside of Washington D.C. and began climbing at Carderock as a teen. After high school he moved to Boulder where his passion for bouldering took off. In 2012 he moved to Bozeman, which coincided with a break from climbing for a few years. His favorite discipline is still bouldering. Outside of climbing he enjoys spending time with his partner, family and cat.

Favorite Climbs: Scuzlocks, Pocket Rocket, The Angler pre-glassy foot, The Ladder, Tommy's Arete, The Kind, Center and Left El Murray, Backdoor Man, Mushroom Roof, Babyface, Bloodline, Fun Bags, Try Angular, Puddle Jumper, Sarah Failin', I <3 Jugs, The Classic, Sunny and Steep, Feel the Pinch, Cole's Corner, Breadline and Breadline (Variation), The Surfboard, Twisted.

Yoga and Fitness Manager - Employee since 2023

Nico is from Golden, Colorado and moved to Bozeman in 2020 after trying to move to India but then getting kicked out due to COVID. She started climbing in college and found that yoga and climbing pair well together through practicing balance, strength, flexibility and breathwork. Outside of Spire, you can find Nico dancing at the studio with Raison D'etre Dance Project or playing in the mountains with her dog Aloo.

Favorite climbs - Casual Route (RMNP), Jupiter Crack (Indian Creek), Stalaktosaurus (Antalya, Turkey)

Customer Specialist, Youth Instructor - Employee since 2022

I came to Bozeman for college in 2017. I quickly fell in love with the surrounding area and the outdoor opportunities it provides and have stayed here ever since. At Spire I routeset, work the front desk, and coach. When not climbing I love seeing, knitting, and baking bread.

Gallatin Canyon, Natural Bridge, Beaver Creek

Customer Specialist, Youth Instructor - Employee since 2022

Eddie grew up in Golden, Colorado. With inspiration from his parents, he was flung into the mountains on skis, a bike, and his feet. As a teenager, he took a natural step in mountain travel: rock climbing. Eddie found love for the sport and community at Earth Treks Golden, where he later worked through high school. In 2021, Eddie moved to Bozeman to study Geography at MSU and enjoys exploring the mountain ranges surrounding Bozeman via biking, trail running, skiing, and climbing [Combos preferred!].

Favorite Climbs: Dreamscape (Unaweep Ca.), Harvard - Columbia Traverse (Collegiate Peaks), Alone Time with my Banana (Clear Creek Ca.)

Customer Specialist, Youth Instructor - Employee since 2023

Grace grew up in the most beautiful place on the entire planet: Hood River, Oregon (she will bring it up every chance she gets). Thrust into the vastness of the outdoors at a very young age, she spent her childhood exploring Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge in every way that it had to offer. If she wasn’t goofing off in the mountains on foot or capsizing her 420 in the freezing water, she was probably on skis, a bike, or one of her horses. Although she grew up hurling herself into outrageous outdoor situations, she came to Bozeman deathly afraid of heights. Much to her initial chagrin, some buddies introduced her to climbing. Eventually deciding it would be the perfect way to conquer that fear, she dove headfirst into it and found a wonderful community through the gym. She now spends most of her free time exploring the endless playground that is Montana, attempting to get an education, and unapologetically distracting everyone at Spire with her idiotic dance moves.

Favorite Climbs: Anything Alpine on Mt. Hood or Mt. Adams

Customer Specialist - Employee since 2023

Michigan born and raised, Zylly started consistently climbing while in college. With her university's climbing club she got to climb in several other states (as Michigan has very limited options), but her favorite outdoor sport climbing was in Arkansas. Zylly grew up appreciating all seasons of nature and if you ask to watch the sunset, the answer will always be yes (most likely will suggest running up a hill to get a better view). Between rock climbing, ice skating, skiing, and hiking, any spontaneous adventure sounds like a good idea if it means getting outside. If she's behind the desk you may catch her telling punny dad jokes or dancing to the music.

Customer Specialist, Youth Instructor - Employee since 2024

RC grew up on the front range of Colorado. His father is an avid climber and showed him the ropes at a young age, however, RC only became obsessed after Covid allowed him more time to get outside on rock. After spending all of his free time sitting in Denver traffic to get to the crag or go skiing, he decided to move to Montana for school and solitude. Having since graduated, RC couldn’t bear to leave and decided to work at his favorite place in Bozeman! When RC is not at the front desk you can find him exploring Montana for the best limestone, punting off projects in the Gallatin, or working on his home climbing wall.

Favorite areas: Ten Sleep Canyon (WY), Arco (Italy), Gallatin Canyon, Turkey rocks (CO), Lander (WY)

Favorite climb: The house traverse (ask him about it) 

Customer Specialist

I was born and raised in South Lake Tahoe CA. I moved to Tacoma, WA for college and eventually made my way to Bozeman two years ago to be closer to the mountains and the outdoors. I have two furry creatures at home my dog Lego and my cat Lenny (ask me about his crazy full name. In the time that I’m not climbing I love to bike, ski, and check out cool wildlife!

My favorite local areas are Fantasia and the Badlands! When not in the greater Bozeman area you can find me climbing Sierra granite in the Buttermilks and Tahoe.

Customer Specialist

I moved from Yakima, WA to Bozeman for school in 2021, and am here to stay for the foreseeable future. I grew up climbing and skiing which has inspired to me to continually spend my time outdoors. This also influenced my decision to attend MSU, where I could spend as much time outside of school outdoors.

Favorite Climbs: The Tieton, Gallatin Canyon(Sparerib), Buttermilks, Tuolumne Meadows, Fairy Meadows

Customer Specialist

Hi it’s your girl Zoe! I moved to Bozeman in 2019 to study chemistry at MSU. I worked at the Outdoor Recreation Program on campus and fell in love with outdoor education and guiding. I recently found climbing and have absolutely loved joining the Spire community! You can also find me baking bread at Wild Crumb, romping around running/foraging/climbing in the mountains, or reading a book in the park. Recently I’ve been into dyeing my buzzcut so come see me sporting a new hair color every other week at the gym :)

Customer Specialist

My names Jesse and I’m one of the front desk staff! I moved to Bozeman 5 years ago from the coastal redwood part of Northern California. In my sophomore year at MSU, I fell in love with climbing and spire gave me the opportunity to climb during the winters. Asides for climbing, I love fishing, backpacking, and general outdoor tomfoolery!

Favorite Spot: Yankee Jim!

Customer Specialist

Customer Specialist

Hi! I moved to Bozeman at the start of 2025 after graduating school in Colorado and wanting a change of scenery. Spire was one of the first spots I explored when I moved, and I have enjoyed climbing at the gym ever since and now working front desk! Aside from climbing, I love skiing, hiking, reading, painting, any creative activity, and spending time with friends and their pets!

My favorite place I’ve climbed is Kalymnos, Greece! My favorite local spot are the hiking trails towards hyalite!

Customer Specialist

Lael moved to Bozeman for all the ice in hyalite canyon and the wonderful climbing it provides. She spends her Fall and Winters in Bozeman working at spire and also teaching avalanche courses and guiding ice. Lael enjoys most all facets of climbing from indoor climbing to alpine adventures. When she’s not in the mountains, she enjoys sewing and cooking good food with friends.

Favorite Climbs: Sky King- Gally canyon, MT; Folsom Blues- Index,WA

Customer Specialist, Route Setter -

Raised in Whitefish and moved to Bozeman on a whim. I work the desk and route set weekly. If I ain’t at work, I’m rockhounding, climbing/wandering outside, or playing pool.

Favorite Spot: Point of Rocks outside of Whitefish

Route Setter, Head BCT Coach -

Customer Specialist - Employee since 2023

Maddie grew up in the great Midwest, having a passion for outdoor excursions to the Upper Peninsula and state parks across Lake Michigan. Though throughout high school she lived a mere few miles from a climbing gym, she was never exposed to the sport until her Freshman year at UW-La Crosse. There she was introduced to bouldering at the school’s retro wall by a good friend, and together they spent as much time climbing as they did in the classroom. Since then, Maddie has moved to Bozeman in the pursuit of accessibility to a variety of sport crags, and has been working hard to get into the world of trad, ice and alpine climbing. She is content anywhere with big rocks and good friends.

Favorite climbs: Maddie’s Route [Red Rocks], Legacy [Leggat Spire], South Sixshooter [Indian Creek], Take it in Small Steps [Winter Wall], Orange is the New Black [Point of Rocks], Irrational Exuberance [Hellgate Gulch], Let Your Pimpness Shine [Grandad Bluff], Riverboat Hustler [Necedah], Upper Diagonal [Devil’s Lake]