Celebrating 15 Years of HEART-Level Leadership™
“Auld Lang Syne,” the Scottish phrase meaning “old long since” or “for old times’ sake,” invites us to reflect on the memories and experiences that have shaped us. In 2024 Colorado Thought Leaders Forum celebrates its 15-year anniversary. This extraordinary journey of leadership, compassion, and community reaches new heights as it merges with CiviCO. Together, […]
You are WORTHY of Great Success, How to Believe It!
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] By: Jamie Kern Lima, Founder of IT Cosmetics & 2023 CTLF CEO Forum Keynote When it comes to success in your business, in your life, and especially in your journey of […]
The 4-Day Workweek: Reimagining Your Workweek
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]A message from Banks Benitez: The 4-day workweek is gaining momentum. Trials by companies around the world are demonstrating that a 4-day workweek can be good for both businesses and employees. After companies piloted the 4-day workweek, more than 90% of companies have kept it. 81% of workers say […]
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Business: Risk, Reward, & Reality
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.13.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] A message from David Lewien, CTLF members and Founder & CEO of Go West IT: Experts say that Artificial Intelligence (AI), the development of computer systems and software to perform tasks […]
People Revolution
A message from Kendra Prospero, CTLF Board of Advisor and Founder & CEO of Turning the Corner: I have always wanted everyone to love their job. Ever since I was a little girl, I get itchy when I hear someone say that they don’t like their job. We give up the best years of our […]
The Power of Community
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] A message from Xan Pearson: “The values of the world we inhabit and the people we surround ourselves with have a profound effect on who we are.” -Malcolm Gladwell I have been thinking a lot about the power of community […]
Developing Your People
A message from Anthony Lambatos, CTLF Board of Advisor and Founder of Footers Catering: Many businesses understand that people are their most important asset and will profess that they value them as such. Yet there continues to be a large portion of the employee pool that does not feel valued and is either disengaged or […]
The Seven Pillars of Insight
A message from Xan Pearson: At CTLF, we believe that HEART is essential to developing better business leaders who, in turn, create better companies resulting in a positive impact on their employees, their communities, and ultimately the world. Self-awareness is an integral part of becoming a HEART-level leader. Business leaders who are self-aware understand their […]
Cultivating Humility: It’s Not All About You…Or Is It?
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”3.22″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”3.27.4″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] A message from Xan Pearson: “The more committed you are to building self-awareness, the more empathy and grace you learn to extend to yourself.” – Dr. Tasha Eurich As you go about your […]
Self-Awareness: How are you using it?
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.22″ custom_padding=”30px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.25″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.13.1″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] A message from Xan Pearson: New Year’s Resolutions. How many of us dedicated time in December for reflection and self-awareness with the goal of resolving any number of worthy endeavors, only to discover those earnest […]
Why HEART-Level Leadership?
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]A message from Xan: Over the past nine months, I have spoken extensively with our members and listened carefully to them about what it is that makes CTLF special and how this community has impacted their lives and their businesses. While the answers varied, they had an overwhelmingly common […]
2022 Year in Review
A Message from Xan Pearson, CEO As 2022 draws to a close, I wanted to take a few moments to reflect on all that’s happened this past year at CTLF. The proverbial turn the calendar will be here before we know it. And while most of the world subscribes to the good old Gregorian calendar […]
Congratulations to Michael Maynes, recipient of the 2022 HEART-Level Leadership Award
Michael Maynes is the Chief Revenue Officer of CIENCE Technologies, an Inc. 5000 company that provides sophisticated B2B lead generation services for some of the best brands, enterprise companies, and start-ups in the world. CIENCE’s “People-as-a Service” approach includes sales research, inbound lead qualification, and outbound appointment setting powered by premium sales data and a […]
Gratitude and the Impact of Thankfulness
As the holiday season approaches and another year begins to draw to a close, it’s not uncommon to reflect on all that transpired since the last turn of the calendar. This intentional and periodic retrospection is an excellent practice. As business leaders, we understand how vital it is to regularly express our appreciation to our […]
Personal Development Forum—Not Your Average, Everyday PDF
Comprised of up to 12 participants that meet for two and a half hours each month, Personal Development Forums—or PDFs, as we like to call them—are a key component of CTLF’s overall programming, and a significant driver of leadership growth within our membership. Whether facilitated by a skilled coach or self-facilitated by group members, PDFs […]
Member Spotlight: Carol Ann Bartz
Carol Ann is the Vice President of Program Management Excellence for Akima, a $1.6B holding company that owns and manages over 40 operating companies providing aviation, construction, facilities and logistics, IT and mission support, protective services and detention management, and system engineering to federal customers worldwide. In this role, she created a program to train […]
Member Spotlight: Yolanda Webb
Yolanda is an accomplished professional with a remarkably diverse background and experience. She is currently serving as the Director of the Colorado Department of Human Services’ Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services. The Office of Adult, Aging and Disability Services is comprised of four divisions, where Yolanda leads to provide policy, performance management, fiscal […]
WiseWomen—Wisdom, Influence, and Connection for Female Executives
Originally founded over 25 years ago by Steffie Allen, as the “Wise Women Council,” the overarching mission of WiseWomen today continues to advance many of the same foundational goals: support female executives, help them grow as leaders, and provide mentoring for other women on their corporate journey. Recognizing the alignment and synergy between their respective […]
CEO Forum—Connecting Owners, Presidents, and CEOs
For more than 20 years, the CEO Forum has drawn the most influential business leaders in the region to gather, exchange ideas, and make the kind of powerful connections that propel their companies forward. Founded in 2000, and designed exclusively for leaders of companies with more than $3 million in sales and 15 or more […]
Is A Recession Upon Us?—What You Should Be Asking Yourself Right Now!
written by Xan Pearson, CEO & President, Colorado Thought Leaders Forum Many business owners are expressing concerns and trepidation about the uncertainties surrounding a potential recession and the impact it will have on their business. CTLF recently hosted a recession seminar for members, where speaker, Zack Gibson, Head of Investment Banking with Class VI Partners, […]