We’re excited to announce our 2021 Alumni Advisory Council (AAC) members! The AAC has accomplished so much in the last five years, and to ensure that momentum continues, we are excited to announce our re-envisioned council. The AAC will serve our 5,000 and growing network of alumni by working on strategy to meet immediate alumni needs in this virtual world, and they’re ready to [...]
Our alumni are making an impact in the community, and we’re inspired by their work to make Colorado a place where everyone has an opportunity to lead. Throughout the year, we’ve highlighted their work ranging from advancing racial equity to creating opportunities for youth to give back to veterans. We’re proud to have them in our Leadership Foundation family. Get to know our diverse [...]
This past year has given us time to reflect and figure out how we can all virtually stay connected. Many of our alumni have shared their experiences and challenges on The Network, an online community just for Leadership Foundation alumni. Our Networker of the Quarter Jonathan McMillan, Leadership Denver 2021 participant and youth violence prevention coordinator for the City and County of Denver, has used [...]
The Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation and TIED (Talent, Inclusion, Engagement & Diversity) hosted their second collaborative Virtual Voices on Thursday, Feb. 18, which continued the conversation from the Jan. 21 session. (Read a recap of that session.) This session focused on the history of racism in Denver and Colorado and focused on ways that all individuals can leverage their power as anti-racists in [...]
February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the achievements and impacts of African Americans. In addition to honoring leaders who shaped our past, we recognize that there are countless Leadership Foundation alumni who are currently having an impact on our community. Today, I’d like to introduce you to alums Brandon Bruce, Marti Champion and Yoal Kidane Ghebremeskel and recognize their work. Brandon Bruce, an Impact Denver [...]
