Yahir Chairez-Salazar: Built to Rise
Join Katie as she sits down with 2022 Scholar Yahir Chairez-Salazar to hear his powerful story of resilience, determination, and purpose. The summer before his sophomore year, Yahir lost his
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Rooted in Resilience: Q&A with Lupita Garcia
Growing up in Monte Vista, Lupita developed a deep sense of community, where neighbors looked out for one another and family ties ran strong. Motivated
Richard Lewis – Preserving History, Building Futures
On this week’s episode of Colorado Leadership Stories, Katie sits down with tech entrepreneur and social impact leader, Richard Lewis. A champion for communities of color, Richard discusses
Paul Andrews: One Last Ride
Buckle up as Paul Andrews, CEO of the National Western Stock Show, takes us on his journey from sports executive to agricultural leader. A Colorado
Gillian Laycock: The Road to Possibility In Plain Sight
Gillian Laycock’s journey from South Africa to the plains of Eastern Colorado has ignited a passion for rural community development. As a town manager, entrepreneur,
Boettcher Foundation Announces Second Cycle of 2024 Rural Catalyst Grant Recipients
COLORADO, October 30, 2024 — The Boettcher Foundation has announced its second cycle of 2024 Rural Catalyst Grant Recipients. This cycle, totaling $95,000, continues to
Beyond the Fancy Chair: Javier Alberto Soto
Join us for an enlightening conversation about leadership, community, and the human experience with Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of The Denver Foundation. The
Rene Brown: Hard Work Looks a Lot Like Luck
Join us for a conversation with Rene Brown, the chair of the Colorado State Fair Board of Authority and a longtime resident of Pueblo. Her family has been part
Boettcher Foundation Announces 2024 Leadership Practitioner Catalyst Grant Recipients
COLORADO, August 15, 2024 — The Boettcher Foundation has announced its 2024 Leadership Practitioner Catalyst Grant recipients. This cycle totaled $40,000, funds which will provide
Camden Dempsey: The Governor Finds His Voice
The Governor of the Colorado Buffaloes football program is a Boettcher Scholar. As he enters his junior year on the field, Camden Dempsey reflects on his newfound