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About LNC

Leadership Northern Colorado is a collaborative six-month program created by the Fort Collins, Greeley, and Loveland Chambers of Commerce, along with the Community Foundations of Northern Colorado and Greeley-Weld. The program focuses on regional issues and leadership development, equipping participants with the skills and knowledge to shape the future of Northern Colorado. The program brings together emerging and established leaders from diverse sectors such as business, education, nonprofits, and government, all dedicated to addressing the region's key challenges.

2025 Steering committee of program alumni and the Chamber CEOs support the LNC Class.

Heather Anderson, Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce

Bill Becker, Loveland Chamber

Dave Dixon, Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld County

Kim Fisher, Vision Catalyst

Jaime Henning, Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce

Ann Hutchison, Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce

Todd Karl, Ent Credit Union

Elizabeth Mahoney, Complete Professional Development

Mindy McCloughan, Loveland Chamber

Amanda Miller, The Place Setting Company

Joy Nyenhuis

Dawn Paepke, Kaiser Permanente

Larry Pakowski, Aims Community College

Nancy Patton, Canvas Credit Union

Sara Potter, fnbo

Ted Ray, First Interstate Bank

Scott Ready, GH Phipps Construction

Jared Reimer, The Craft Broker at Elevations Real Estate

Scott Tryggestad, Chevron

Kristy Wygmans, The Place Setting Company

Kelly Zeillmann, CG Consulting

  • What is Leadership Northern Colorado?
    A joint initiative of the Fort Collins, Greeley and Loveland Chambers of Commerce, the Community Foundation of Northern Colorado and the Weld Community Foundation, this six-month interactive development program will focus on regional issues, regionalism and regional leadership skills. The program is designed to educate and motivate leaders who are committed to shaping the future of our region.
  • What does the program look like?
    Six-month program – January to June Fourth Tuesday of each month, 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Classroom and tour-based instruction
  • How much does the program cost?
    Tuition is $900. This includes all meals, session materials, and graduation recognition
  • What topics will be addressed?
    The topics that will be addressed include public governance, land use and infrastructure, education and workforce, economic development, and regional leadership.
  • How many people will be selected to participate?
    Only 30 individuals will be selected to participate during each program year.
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