Tim Sheesley, Chief Economist for Xcel Energy, discussed the economy post-pandemic. Tim discussed what economic and demographic changes were brewing prior to the pandemic and challenges that have emerged. Tim predicted what businesses will thrive, what parts of the country will grow and what will the business and government landscape look like in 2031. You can view Tim’s talk here: https://vimeo.com/575378152

Dag Kittlaus, the founder of Siri and Viv, joined us to discuss his new venture, Riva Health. Riva Health uses the mobile device to manage hypertension. Dag also discussed the future of digital healthcare. You can view the talk here: https://vimeo.com/554455418

We continued our Member Spotlight Series in an interview with Steve Rogers of Shelton Capital. You can view the interview here: https://vimeo.com/540645274

Members gathered outdoors to reconnect and socialize at Bruto. They enjoyed amazing food and each other’s company.

Longtime ECC Member Hal Haddon of Haddon Morgan Foreman was interviewed as part of our Member Spotlight Series. To watch the interview with Hal, use this link: https://vimeo.com/532384781

Members joined us virtually as we continued our Member Spotlight Series and interviewed Bob Forbes of Forbes M+A. To watch the interview, click here: https://vimeo.com/532384781

Alex Loucks of Aspen Ridge Recovery was interviewed in this week’s feature of The Member Spotlight. You can watch the interview here: https://vimeo.com/525805405

We interviewed Andy Baak as part of our Member Spotlight Series and learn more about his practice, education and upbringing. You can watch the interview here: https://vimeo.com/514058215

Impact investing is a trend that only gained steam during a volatile 2020 as sustainable funds outperformed their traditional peers, according to a Morgan Stanley analysis published in September. Where does philanthropy end and investing begin? How can you think about your total asset portfolio in terms of both financial and social returns? Sharon Schneider, an expert in philanthropy and impact investing, has guided the world's wealthiest families through an integrated approach to deploying impact capital at scale, using private foundations, donor-advised funds, family offices and even venture funds and operating businesses. Sharon joined us and discussed frameworks and practical strategies to align more of your assets with your values. To watch her talk, use the following link: https://vimeo.com/515141783

As part of our Member Spotlight Series, we interviewed Ron Baker of Colorado PERA. To watch that interview, click here: https://vimeo.com/532384781

Marty Erzinger joined us for an interview as part of our Member Spotlight Series. You can learn more about Marty’s business, hobbies and other interests by watching the interview here: https://vimeo.com/494252686

Long time ECC member and board member, Stew Lawrence joined us to talk about his business, his personal life and what inspires him. You can watch Stew’s interview here: https://vimeo.com/489937503

Jimmy Wall joined us as part of our Member Spotlight Series and discussed founding Wall Development Group, what inspires him and what he’s learned. You can watch Jimmy’s interview here: https://vimeo.com/482052690/35fcf9fba5

ECC Board Member and then President, Minyoung Sohn, joined us as for an interview as part of our Member Spotlight Series. You can watch that interview here: https://vimeo.com/476633125

We had the pleasure of connecting with Jamie Cowan as part of our Member Spotlight Series and learned about Jamie’s career, upbringing and what she loves to do in her spare time. To learn more about Jamie, watch her interview here: https://vimeo.com/472435714

We had the pleasure of interviewing Joanne Wichern as part of our Member Spotlight Series. That interview can be watched here: https://vimeo.com/469865717

We were lucky enough to learn more about Mark Richards in our Member Spotlight Interview. Mark shared with us about his business, what he enjoys doing in his downtime and his history with ECC. You won’t want to miss getting to know Mark better: https://vimeo.com/464018659

The Economic Club of Colorado was pleased to have guest speaker Don Rissmiller join us for a Signature Luncheon. Mr. Rissmiller is a partner at Strategas Research Partners and the firm’s chief economist, directing its macroeconomic research effort. He oversees Strategas’ high-frequency econometric forecasting. Rissmiller’s research has been recognized by Institutional Investor magazine in their annual survey for the past two years, and he was voted their Best Up & Coming economist in 2008. Prior to co-founding Strategas in 2006, he was an economist and managing director at International Strategy & Investment (ISI) Group. Before joining ISI, Rissmiller worked as an economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where he focused on the analysis of US macroeconomic data and price/wage forecasting models. Rissmiller earned his AB in economics magna cum laude from Harvard University. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear an economic forecast from a leading economist.

As part of our Member Spotlight series, we had the opportunity to get to know Sebastian Caputto. To learn more about Sebastian’s career, family and personal interests, watch his video: https://vimeo.com/461666202

Long-time ECC Member, Chip McKeever, opened up to us about why he loves his business and also shared some of his personal interests and hobbies. To learn more about Chip, you can watch his interview by clicking here: https://vimeo.com/460318893

Rich Todd joined us and discussed founding his business as well as what his passions are and what gives him joy. To learn more about Rich, watch his interview: https://vimeo.com/453389619

Thomas Malley joined us for his interview from his amazing treehouse that he built for his kids. We were able to learn more about Tom’s business, family and personal interests. If you’d like to get to know Tom as well, you can watch his interview here: https://vimeo.com/450270161

Rob Swan joined us to discuss his business, Swan Global Investments, and allowed us to get to know him better as well and opened up about his hobbies and personal life. You can view the interview here: https://vimeo.com/447512677

Rick Luchinsky joined us to discuss his career, his family and his hobbies. You can watch Rick’s interview here: https://vimeo.com/446509716

Mike Freeman of Innosphere Ventures joined us to discuss the state of capital formation in Colorado. You can view Mike’s presentation here: https://vimeo.com/439345099