While planning her wedding, Durango native and Fort Lewis College graduate Krii Black developed a passion for the wedding industry and became certified by the Association of Bridal Consultants. After coordinating events for Durango Party Rental, she launched her own business, LePlatt’s Pond. She also works with Rodan + Fields, and runs Shine Bright, Inc., with Rodan + Fields, mentoring a team of 1,500. A rancher’s wife and mother of two, Black focuses on building positive relationships. “We have a very large network of women that we work with daily to inspire them to do big things with their life,” she said. “Being a part of that journey and supporting them from day one has been really remarkable.”