Colorado Leadership Stories Podcast
1) Wes Allison: Steering a 120-Year Legacy
In this episode, meet Wes Allison, president and CEO of the National Western Stock Show and Complex. From West Texas 4-H and youth rodeo to leading the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo and now Colorado’s i...Show More
2) Greg Sobetski: A Colorado "Statriot"
Gain a firsthand look at state government with 2007 Scholar Greg Sobetski, the nonpartisan chief economist for Colorado's legislature. With roots in the San Luis Valley, Greg brings a grounded perspec...Show More
3) Mike Kercheval: Matching Intent to Impact
In today’s episode, meet 1974 Boettcher Scholar Mike Kercheval. From Grand Junction roots to global real estate leadership, Mike’s story is shaped by early experiences with migrant workers that fueled...Show More
4) Brian Peagler: Strive for Consistency
In today’s episode, hear Brian Peagler’s story of leadership and community impact. Born in Denver and a 1998 Scholar, Brian has combined business experience and a strong service ethic to shape Colorad...Show More
5) Anita Padilla-Fitzgerald: The Mind of a Problem Solver
In today’s episode, hear Anita Padilla-Fitzgerald’s inspiring story of grit and innovation. Growing up in a large immigrant family and navigating life with dyslexia, Anita learned early on to see ever...Show More
6) Renee Ferrufino: Confidence to Create Change
Listen in as Renee Ferrufino, president and CEO of the Women's Foundation of Colorado (WFCO), discusses her strategic work to create meaningful social impact. As the first Latina to lead WFCO, Renee d...Show More
7) John Marshall: Values-Forged Leadership
Discover the importance of leading from your values with Colorado Mesa University President John Marshall as he reveals how love, dignity, resiliency, humility, courage, curiosity, and power ground ev...Show More
8) Brian Hill: From Courage to Action
Join Dr. Brian Hill, superintendent of Mesa County Valley School District 51 and 2024 Boettcher Fellow, for a conversation with Katie on supporting student well-being, parenting and mentoring, and bui...Show More
9) Anna Stout: A Snowball Into Service
In this episode, Anna Stout, known for bridging divides and uplifting civic innovation, shares her story of creating opportunities for others on the Western Slope of Colorado and around the world. Ann...Show More
10) Erin Pulling: Listening Deeply, Pivoting Quickly
In this episode, Erin Pulling, President & CEO of Food Bank of the Rockies, shares how her belief in acting swiftly to address urgent needs underscores her leadership style. Erin’s insistence on compa...Show More