Black History Month Colleague Spotlight: Meet Ilyas Ibrahim

Introducing Ilyas, a passionate snowshoeing enthusiast and member of our Black Colleague Resource Group (CRG)! Join us as we embark on Ilyas' exhilarating snow adventures and discover the empowerment and joy he finds in exploring the Rocky Mountains.

If you were a talk show host, who would be your dream guest, and what would you ask them??

?? Michael Jordan. I’d probably ask him how he and his team (the Chicago Bulls) rebounded from adversity after losing several times back-to-back to the Detroit Pistons in the NBA Playoffs during the late 1980s and early 1990s.

What's a hobby or interest of yours that might surprise your colleagues??

??? I live close to the Rocky Mountains, and I enjoy snowshoeing during the winter months.?It involves walking or hiking over snow-covered terrain using snowshoes, which are footwear designed to distribute the weight of a person over a larger area, preventing them from sinking into deep snow.

What's your favorite or most memorable childhood game or activity?

???? During my childhood, I loved playing Monopoly as a family. I have five siblings and we are all very competitive.

What’s the most exciting or unique item on your bucket list??

?? I’ve had a fear of heights, but after going paragliding in 2022, I think I’m finally ready to go bungee jumping!

What’s the most unforgettable place you’ve ever visited, and what made it special??

?? Tequila, a town located in the western state of Jalisco, Mexico. Having a passion for the craft of distilling and the drink, I had an opportunity to visit various distilleries. I learned more about the work that goes into it and the difference between the types of tequilas!

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