Join us at the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce for our Meet the Finalists Panel on February 9 to learn more about each finalist! At this complimentary event, you will have the opportunity to meet and ask the finalists questions before casting your vote.

The 2023 9NEWS Leader of the Year finalists are:

• Helen Young Hayes, Founder & CEO, ActivateWork
• Elsa Holguín, President & CEO, Denver Preschool Program
• Vanecia Kerr, Chief Impact Officer, Mile High United Way

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9NEWS Leader of the Year

9NEWS and the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation have honored leaders in our community who have made significant contributions to the well-being and development of our state. Learn all about these leaders before attending Leadership Foundation’s signature annual meeting, Leading Colorado. The Leading Colorado luncheon recognizes exceptional community leadership by announcing the 9NEWS Leader of the Year live and honoring Student Leader of the Year. All ticket proceeds support the Leadership Foundation’s Leading Colorado Scholarship Fund, ensuring people of all sectors can participate in our programs and enhance their impact in the community, and general mission work.