Upload
others
View
2
Download
0
Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
Brianna has created and lead strategic marketing, research and business efforts that
have resulted in increased paid capacities, revenue & customer engagement.
+ Diane LaPierre, Director of Community Relations, Denver Public Library (DPL)
Diane began with DPL as the librarian at a small historic branch library. Diane brings her
strategic focus, deep community knowledge and humor to the important work of guiding
the Denver Public Library through a time of tumultuous change and opportunities.
+ Rachel Trignano, MNGr. of Public & Community Relations, Colorado Symphony
Rachel Trignano is a poet, blogger, humorist and copywriter. She establishes and
implements media and community relationships; identifies, strategizes and pitches press
news-worthy stories; and steers organizational voice by writing and copyediting
on-brand print and digital communications.
+ Carolynne White, Real Estate Dept. Co-Chair, Brownstein Hyatt Farber
Schreck (BHFS)
At BHFS, Carolynne’s practice spans land use, government relations, real estate and
natural resource groups. Carolynne is an experienced land use and public policy
attorney, with strong state and local government relationships and cutting-edge
expertise. Her specialty is managing complex and challenging projects while navigating
multiple regulatory environments to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
+ ROBB WOULFE, PRESIDENT & CEO, BRECKENRIDGE CREATIVE ARTS (BCA)
An advocate for the arts & creative industries in Breckenridge, Robb serves as the
President & CEO of BCA. He is responsible for providing vision, leadership, curatorial
oversight and management expertise in the areas of program development, financial
planning, operations, marketing and public relations.
+ Angelica Wedell, Multi-Media Marketer, National Research Center (NRC)
Angelica works as a multimedia marketer at NRC in Boulder, CO. Previously, she worked
as a video journalist in Fort Collins, CO and in Chico, CA. She has worked for CTV News as
FRIday-05.05.2017Keynote speaker
+ Vince Kadlubek, Co-founder and CEO, Meow Wolf
Vince is the Co-founder and CEO of Meow Wolf, the arts collective behind the
award-winning experience “House of Eternal Return” in Santa Fe, NM. Backed by “Game of
Thrones” creator, George R.R. Martin, this art experience has generated remarkable
positive economic impact while supporting local growth & emerging talent. As chairman
of the City’s Planning Commission, he’s redefining the role of the artist in the community.
SPEAKER B IOS
produced by downtown colorado , inc .
in the gameSPEAKER BIOS
in the game
Wednesday-05.03.2017
thursday-05.04.2017
Keynote Speaker
+ Steven Thomson, Program & Communications Manager, Van Alen Institute
Steven Thomson is the Program and Communications Manager at the Van Alen Institute.
Van Alen’s work is inspired by two fundamental questions: How do cities impact our minds
and bodies? And in turn, how do we impact the environment? Their goal is to develop a
better understanding of these complex relationships through the lens of design. In his
position, Thomson works at the intersection of media and the built environment.
Panelists & Honored Speakers
+ Noah Atencio, VP of Community Impact, Community First Foundation
Noah joined the Foundation in June 2014 with previous experience at the Daniels Fund and El
Pomar. He has managed a portfolio of grants in areas of aging, alcoholism and substance
abuse, amateur sports, early childhood education, K-12 education reform, ethics &
integrity in education, homeless and disadvantaged, and youth development.
+ Curt Bean, Artist and Art of War Project
Curt leads the charge for veteran services through the Art of War Project, which he founded
to provide creative resources to veterans. Curt has been recognized for these efforts
through a Creative Leadership Award in 2015 from the Governor of Colorado and is a 2017
Westword Mastermind. He is a veteran who trained and led soldiers in Iraq with the U.S. Army.
+ Paul Tamburello, Owner & Broker, Generator Real Estate
Dubbed the “Godfather” of Denver’s Highland neighborhood, Paul has developed and
consulted on several well-known projects, including: Highland Lofts; Root Down and
Linger restaurants; and LoHi Market Place (Olinger). He is now working on five adaptive
reuse projects in Denver's Sunnyside neighborhood. Paul’s mission is simple; develop
buildings that will endure for residents, visitors and the community at large..
+ Kyle Zeppelin, President, Zeppelin PLaces
Kyle Zeppelin is President of Zeppelin Places, a recognized developer of innovative mixed-use
projects that have played a major role in transforming Denver’s urban core. Notable projects
include: TAXI, the repurposed 20 acre former Yellow Cab terminal; and The Source, a new
generation urban market completed in 2013. Broader efforts in the community are focused on
improving bikeability, walkability & transit.bikeability, walkability, and transit.
+KRISTIN TOOMBS, HOMELESS PROGRAMS MANAGER, DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS
Kristin Toombs is the manager of the Homeless Programs Team where she provides leadership
on homelessness, housing and services to meet the needs of Colorado's most
vulnerable citizens.
+ Eric Mamula, Mayor of Breckenridge
Breckenridge Mayor Eric Mamula opened his bar and restaurant, Downstairs at Eric’s, in 1989. He
began his political career in 1994 & has served on several boards and commissions.
+ Elizabeth Garner, Colorado State Demographer, Co. Dept. of Local Affairs
Elizabeth Garner is the State Demographer and joined the Colorado Department of
Local Affairs in 2004. The State Demography Office produces population and economic
estimates and forecast for use by state agencies and local governments. Current
areas of research include aging in Colorado, characteristics of migration and poverty.
Keynote Speaker
+ Julie Burros, Chief of Arts and Culture, City of Boston
Julie Burros, Chief of Arts and Culture, fills a City of Boston cabinet level position
reporting directly to Mayor Martin J. Walsh. She leads Boston Creates, the City’s
cultural plan, and Boston AIR, a program that positions artists as leaders of
system-wide change. Her office is charged with enhancing the quality of life, the
economy and the design of the City through the arts. Burros trained as an urban
planner and is a 20-year veteran of municipal government public service.
Panelists & Honored Speakers
+ Sarabeth Berk, Innovation Strategist and Scout, Univ. of Colorado Boulder
Sarabeth is an Artist/Researcher/Teacher/Designer who studies multiple professional
identities and the intersections that form within professional spaces. She works
comfortably in both creative and analytical spaces, and is a boundary crosser who
regularly translates ideas amongst art, design, education, innovation, and
entrepreneurship.
+ Brianna Firestone, Director of Customer Experience & Marketing, Denver
Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA)
Brianna Firestone oversees DCPA customer experience, ticketing and loyalty campaigns
and front of house operations for the Theatre Company. Since joining the DCPA in 2012
IN THE GAME / SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES
Wednesday-05.03.2017
thursday-05.04.2017
Keynote Speaker
+ Steven Thomson, Program & Communications Manager, Van Alen Institute
Steven Thomson is the Program and Communications Manager at the Van Alen Institute.
Van Alen’s work is inspired by two fundamental questions: How do cities impact our minds
and bodies? And in turn, how do we impact the environment? Their goal is to develop a
better understanding of these complex relationships through the lens of design. In his
position, Thomson works at the intersection of media and the built environment.
Panelists & Honored Speakers
+ Noah Atencio, VP of Community Impact, Community First Foundation
Noah joined the Foundation in June 2014 with previous experience at the Daniels Fund and El
Pomar. He has managed a portfolio of grants in areas of aging, alcoholism and substance
abuse, amateur sports, early childhood education, K-12 education reform, ethics &
integrity in education, homeless and disadvantaged, and youth development.
+ Curt Bean, Artist and Art of War Project
Curt leads the charge for veteran services through the Art of War Project, which he founded
to provide creative resources to veterans. Curt has been recognized for these efforts
through a Creative Leadership Award in 2015 from the Governor of Colorado and is a 2017
Westword Mastermind. He is a veteran who trained and led soldiers in Iraq with the U.S. Army.
+ Paul Tamburello, Owner & Broker, Generator Real Estate
Dubbed the “Godfather” of Denver’s Highland neighborhood, Paul has developed and
consulted on several well-known projects, including: Highland Lofts; Root Down and
Linger restaurants; and LoHi Market Place (Olinger). He is now working on five adaptive
reuse projects in Denver's Sunnyside neighborhood. Paul’s mission is simple; develop
buildings that will endure for residents, visitors and the community at large..
+ Kyle Zeppelin, President, Zeppelin PLaces
Kyle Zeppelin is President of Zeppelin Places, a recognized developer of innovative mixed-use
projects that have played a major role in transforming Denver’s urban core. Notable projects
include: TAXI, the repurposed 20 acre former Yellow Cab terminal; and The Source, a new
generation urban market completed in 2013. Broader efforts in the community are focused on
improving bikeability, walkability & transit.bikeability, walkability, and transit.
+KRISTIN TOOMBS, HOMELESS PROGRAMS MANAGER, DEPARTMENT OF LOCAL AFFAIRS
Kristin Toombs is the manager of the Homeless Programs Team where she provides leadership
on homelessness, housing and services to meet the needs of Colorado's most
vulnerable citizens.
+ Eric Mamula, Mayor of Breckenridge
Breckenridge Mayor Eric Mamula opened his bar and restaurant, Downstairs at Eric’s, in 1989. He
began his political career in 1994 & has served on several boards and commissions.
+ Elizabeth Garner, Colorado State Demographer, Co. Dept. of Local Affairs
Elizabeth Garner is the State Demographer and joined the Colorado Department of
Local Affairs in 2004. The State Demography Office produces population and economic
estimates and forecast for use by state agencies and local governments. Current
areas of research include aging in Colorado, characteristics of migration and poverty.
Keynote Speaker
+ Julie Burros, Chief of Arts and Culture, City of Boston
Julie Burros, Chief of Arts and Culture, fills a City of Boston cabinet level position
reporting directly to Mayor Martin J. Walsh. She leads Boston Creates, the City’s
cultural plan, and Boston AIR, a program that positions artists as leaders of
system-wide change. Her office is charged with enhancing the quality of life, the
economy and the design of the City through the arts. Burros trained as an urban
planner and is a 20-year veteran of municipal government public service.
Panelists & Honored Speakers
+ Sarabeth Berk, Innovation Strategist and Scout, Univ. of Colorado Boulder
Sarabeth is an Artist/Researcher/Teacher/Designer who studies multiple professional
identities and the intersections that form within professional spaces. She works
comfortably in both creative and analytical spaces, and is a boundary crosser who
regularly translates ideas amongst art, design, education, innovation, and
entrepreneurship.
+ Brianna Firestone, Director of Customer Experience & Marketing, Denver
Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA)
Brianna Firestone oversees DCPA customer experience, ticketing and loyalty campaigns
and front of house operations for the Theatre Company. Since joining the DCPA in 2012
Brianna has created and lead strategic marketing, research and business efforts that
have resulted in increased paid capacities, revenue & customer engagement.
+ Diane LaPierre, Director of Community Relations, Denver Public Library (DPL)
Diane began with DPL as the librarian at a small historic branch library. Diane brings her
strategic focus, deep community knowledge and humor to the important work of guiding
the Denver Public Library through a time of tumultuous change and opportunities.
+ Rachel Trignano, MNGr. of Public & Community Relations, Colorado Symphony
Rachel Trignano is a poet, blogger, humorist and copywriter. She establishes and
implements media and community relationships; identifies, strategizes and pitches press
news-worthy stories; and steers organizational voice by writing and copyediting
on-brand print and digital communications.
+ Carolynne White, Real Estate Dept. Co-Chair, Brownstein Hyatt Farber
Schreck (BHFS)
At BHFS, Carolynne’s practice spans land use, government relations, real estate and
natural resource groups. Carolynne is an experienced land use and public policy
attorney, with strong state and local government relationships and cutting-edge
expertise. Her specialty is managing complex and challenging projects while navigating
multiple regulatory environments to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
+ ROBB WOULFE, PRESIDENT & CEO, BRECKENRIDGE CREATIVE ARTS (BCA)
An advocate for the arts & creative industries in Breckenridge, Robb serves as the
President & CEO of BCA. He is responsible for providing vision, leadership, curatorial
oversight and management expertise in the areas of program development, financial
planning, operations, marketing and public relations.
+ Angelica Wedell, Multi-Media Marketer, National Research Center (NRC)
Angelica works as a multimedia marketer at NRC in Boulder, CO. Previously, she worked
as a video journalist in Fort Collins, CO and in Chico, CA. She has worked for CTV News as
FRIday-05.05.2017Keynote speaker
+ Vince Kadlubek, Co-founder and CEO, Meow Wolf
Vince is the Co-founder and CEO of Meow Wolf, the arts collective behind the
award-winning experience “House of Eternal Return” in Santa Fe, NM. Backed by “Game of
Thrones” creator, George R.R. Martin, this art experience has generated remarkable
positive economic impact while supporting local growth & emerging talent. As chairman
of the City’s Planning Commission, he’s redefining the role of the artist in the community.
SPEAKER B IOS
produced by downtown colorado , inc .
in the game