50 for Colorado
Each month participants learn about a different segment of Colorado's economy. In January, the group has the opportunity to learn about the state of Colorado’s economy from Rich Wobbekind, Executive Director of the Business Research Division and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Programs at the University of Colorado Boulder. At a later session, participants don hard hats and emergency gear and descend almost one mile into the Henderson Mine to learn about the mining industry. Other economic sectors you will explore include the mountain resort industry, sports and recreation, military and defense, agriculture, healthcare and the arts.
Is this the leadership program for you?
- The 50 for Colorado Program provides a unique opportunity for individuals who are committed to learning more about the Colorado economy and how it impacts industries in Colorado. The program is the perfect venue for leaders and emerging leaders throughout Colorado to build a network with others who share a concern about the future of business and industry in Colorado.
- Receive a balanced, non-partisan overview of the Colorado economy from industry leaders and experts from around Colorado.
- Gain a more sophisticated view of Colorado's economic issues and challenges.
- Discuss ideas and thoughts and share experiences with a network of program peers and industry experts.
- Get a behind-the-scenes appreciation for the major industries in Colorado.
- Engage in interactive, once-in-a-lifetime educational experiences.
2012 Schedule & Topics
- Friday, January 13
Colorado Economy Outlook and Program Overview
Boulder
- Friday, February 3
Finance and Banking
Downtown Denver
- Thursday and Friday, March 1-2
Military and Defense Industry
Colorado Springs
- Friday, April 6
Sports and Recreation Industry
Downtown Denver
- Friday, May 4
Mining and Mineral Resources
Empire and Kremmling
- Thursday and Friday, June 7-8
Energy and Mountain Resort Industry
Denver to Vail
- Friday, July 13
Entrepreneurship
Boulder
- Thursday and Friday, September 6-7
Agriculture and Eastern Plains Economy
Burlington
- Friday, October 5
Healthcare Industry
Aurora
- Friday, November 2
Arts and Entertainment Industry and Graduation
Downtown Denver
Note: Dates are expected to remain fixed; however, changes may be necessary
Apply or Nominate
Selection
Each year a class of approximately 40 participants is selected from a cross-section of Colorado industries based on demonstrated business experience and community leadership. Every effort will be made to ensure that selections reflect the diversity of the state. Applicants who are not selected are encouraged to reapply in subsequent years.
The selection process strongly considers applicants who:
- Have a strong commitment and interest to remain in Colorado
- Will commit the time necessary to fully engage in 50 for Colorado
- Are nominated by employers, or by 50 for Colorado Alumni
- Demonstrate business and leadership skills
- Have employer support to commit to the program
Participants are selected by the 50 for Colorado selection committee on the basis of the candidate's application.
Tuition
Tuition of $4,200 (a limited number of partial scholarships are available) includes:
- 13 days of interactive learning
- Lunch provided on class days
- Accommodations, meals and travel on 3 overnight trips
- Materials and Resources
- Hors d’oeuvres and alcoholic beverages at networking events
Nominations
To nominate someone for the class of 2012 fill out the form online or download and submit a nomination form.
Application
Corporate Support
Notable companies supporting current and/or former 50 for Colorado Participants include:
- AAA Colorado
- AG Edwards and Sons, Inc.
- Alliance Construction Solutions Inc.
- American Heart Association
- Arrow Electronics, Inc
- Aspen Skiing Company
- AT&T Wireless
- Ball Aerospace
- Bank One
- Black Hills Energy, Inc.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Colorado
- Brocade Communications Systems, Inc.
- Brownstein Hyatt & Farber, P.C.
- Buehler-Mayflower
- CB Richard Ellis, Inc.
- CBS4 – KCNC TV
- Charles Schwab and Co.
- CO Department of Transportation
- CO Office of The Attorney General
- Colorado Rockies Baseball Club
- Coors Brewing Company
- Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP
- Debourgh Manufacturing Company
- Eastman Kodak Company
- Ernst & Young
- Exempla Healthcare
- General Moly, Inc.
- Hewlett Packard
- Hyatt Hotel Corporation
- IBM
- Kaiser Permanente
- Key Bank
- Kinder Morgan Inc.
- King Soopers
- Level 3 Communications
- Lockheed Martin Astronautics Group
- Lucent Technologies
- Marsh & Mclennan Companies
- McAfee Inc.
- Merrill Lynch
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- PROJECT C.U.R.E.
- Qwest Communications
- Sun Microsystems, Inc.
- Suncor Energy (USA), Inc.
- The Children’s Hospital
- Third Way Center
- United States Air Force
- University of Colorado at Boulder
- US Rugby Football Foundation
- Wells Fargo Bank
- Western Union
- Xcel Energy
Events
Event
April 27, 2012
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Koelbel Atrium
The fundraiser for the Barney Ford Fellowship Fund, which enables the Leeds School of Business to build a more diverse graduate student population.
Past Events
Event
December 16, 2011
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Macky Auditorium
Directions & Parking
Doors will open @ 2pm. Graduates will meet in the Humanities Building, Room 150 no later than 2:15 to check in.