Norberto “Beto” Mojardin is the Founder of the Colorado Day of the Dead Festival. Beto is also the Founder/Creator of Latin Fashion Week Colorado, Viva Colorado, NM Designs and Beto’s Hair Studio. Beto’s work in fine arts also includes paintings, sculptures, fashion design, sewing and several traditional forms of Mexican art. Beloved by all, Beto has been inspiring beauty across Colorado and internationally for more than 25 years. Beto is deeply committed to the Latino community across Colorado and often donates his talents free of charge to great causes. As an International Award winner for his design abilities, Beto is invited to lend his talents across many platforms and for many of the State’s most prominent and prestigious events each year. One of the most spectacular displays of his art each year is during Día de los Muertos. Beto uses this holiday to pass down art traditions to local K-12 students. Beto’s biggest undertaking in 2020 was to create the largest Día de los Muertos Altar in the Country for the 5th year in a row. Beto has received many awards for his community service and proclamations from the Governor of Colorado for his events.