Deborah DeSmitt
Board Chair
A fifth-generation member of a farm and ranch family, Deborah was raised to value hard work and community involvement. After living in places that lacked that personal connection, she and her partner visited Teton Valley from Vero Beach, Florida in 2019 and instantly felt at home. Moving here full-time in 2021, she opened The Velvet Moose, a women’s boutique, and quickly became part of the community by asking, “How can I be a good neighbor?”
Deborah enjoys traveling, fishing, bird hunting, and soaking in the valley’s stunning beauty. For her, the area’s sense of connection and shared support is true “soul food.” As a Foundation Director, she proudly embraces the team’s motto—“How can we get this done?”—reflecting her belief in working together to strengthen local healthcare within the Community.