consistency, accountability, and responsiveness to the Chamber. With that perspective in mind, we brought on Lee Gash-Maxey in April 2016. Lee led the efforts to rebuild the Chamber’s relationships with members, partners, and stakeholders. Lee served as Executive Director until April 2023 and left the organization on solid footing. Dr. Cole, you assume the role of President in April of 2023 and immediately looked to build on the momentum from Lee’s tenure. Under your watch we’ve redesigned our website, increased our social media presence, established our monthly e-magazine with excellent and informative content, and formed two new special interest groups under the Chamber’s umbrella. I see the Chamber continuing to expand our value proposition to its members. We serve a vital role in the Denver Metro business community, connecting our African American business members with opportunities through relationship building with our corporate members. In addition, we serve as the premier business advocacy organization focusing on entrepreneurial development and business-oriented public policy issues. We have to be unwavering and intentional on both fronts.
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