About us
AloTerra opened its doors in 2014 to pursue excellence in restoration work that enhances ecological integrity, improves biological diversity, and addresses key ecosystem processes & functions in a way that exceeds client expectations.
By providing both design and construction services, as well as assessments and regulatory compliance, AloTerra is able to produce results that make as much sense on the ground as they do on paper, allowing our clients to move from conceptual restoration plans to ground breaking projects in an efficient manner.
Meet the team
Christof Meyer
Christof was born into Restoration through the work on his family farm. Growing up in the rural Northwest of New Mexico, soil development and water conservation were second-nature for any project they undertook...
Gary McMahon
Gary McMahon comes from a strong business, project, and leadership background with well over 20 years of experience. His expertise and knowledge enable AloTerra to operate as a foundation of the environment & ecological restoration community in Colorado and beyond.
Megan Meyer
As Controller and Chief Financial Officer, Megan is responsible for all of the company’s financial functions – including accounting and bookkeeping, accounts receivable and finance. She also oversees and manages all human resources and equipment activities.
Kara Garcia
Kara Garcia brings a strong field-based background in ecological restoration, construction implementation, and crew leadership to AloTerra Restoration Services. Her connection to outdoor landscapes from an early age shaped her commitment to conservation-focused work and hands-on restoration practice.
Lyz Bender
Lyz has been studying and working with stream restoration and wildlife habitat restoration for the past twelve years in Colorado. She holds two B.S. degrees from Colorado State University in Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology and Natural Resources Management.
Mark A. Kreuzman
Mark has worked as a part of the crew to successfully implement a wide variety of ecological restoration designs in the field. His work has focused on three main areas: stream bank restoration, invasive weed management and forestry construction in burned environments.
Stephen Shoemaker
Stephen began his work in ecological restoration with CU Boulder, where he assisted in experimental restoration research on ecological complexity of riparian corridors, and performed related field work in Left Hand Canyon through the Suding Lab. He joined AloTerra in early 2023 as a Maintenance Supervisor and Invasive Species Specialist.
Kieran Clute
Kieran's interest in restoring wetland ecosystems led to a B.S. Degree in Ecology from Prescott College. Since 2016, Kieran has worked with AloTerra, gaining experience in a wide range of ecological restoration projects across the Front Range and Wyoming.
Mitch Meyer
Mitch Meyer is AloTerra’s Construction Manager and Lead Equipment Operator with over eight years of experience delivering ecological restoration projects throughout the Rocky Mountain region. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management with a Minor in Ecological Restoration from Colorado State University.
Dylan Roberts
Dylan has been with AloTerra for two years while pursuing an Associate Degree of Natural Resource Technology at Front Range Community College. He has completed three certifications; Forestry and Wildlife Certifications that he obtained at FRCC and MSHA through AloTerra.
Michael McGinley
Mike has been with Aloterra since 2019 using his Ecosystem Science and Sustainability degree from CSU. He has played a crucial role in multiple projects with Aloterra including forestry, construction, and maintenance projects throughout Colorado.
Esther Eckfield
Esther is the Design Manager and GIS Analyst at AloTerra Restoration, where she has supported ecological restoration efforts across Colorado and Wyoming for the past two years.