IWF Colorado 2025 New Members Announced!August 8, 2025-Our new class of members brings fresh perspectives, inspiring stories, and remarkable achievements that will enrich our Forum for years to come. Your role in nominating and welcoming these women is vital to the strength and ongoing success of IWF Colorado. For more information about each new member and to learn about their backgrounds, please click on the headline above.
Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame inductee: Christine BeneroMarch 21, 2025-Christine Benero, President & CEO of Mile High United Way, is a tireless advocate for families, children, and communities. From spearheading early childhood education centers across Denver to supporting minority and women entrepreneurs, Christine's leadership has transformed lives. Christine joined IWF Colorado in 2005.
Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame inductee: Barbara GroganMarch 21, 2025-Barbara Grogan's perseverance and grit helped conquer gender barriers and impact women’s role in business. Her decades of work have transformed Colorado’s business and provided women with leadership opportunities, developing the next generation of Colorado leaders. Barbara joined IWF Colorado in 1987.
Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame inductee: Barbara BridgesMarch 21, 2025-Barbara Bridges was honored at the Colorado Women's Hall of Fame Gala on March 21, 2025 for her incredible impact on women's leadership and representation! Her dedication has set new standards for representation and success on both state and national levels. Barbara joined IWF Colorado in 2010.
Denver Business Journal’s Class of 40 Under 40: Amanda Kelly March 13, 2025-Congratulations to Amanda Kelly, President & CEO of Firefly Autism! We are thrilled to celebrate Amanda, one of our very own, for being honored as a member of the Denver Business Journal's 2025 Class of 40 Under 40!
WorldDenver International Women’s Day 2025 Honoree: Maria Garcia BerryMarch 7, 2025-Maria Garcia Berry. Lifelong Community Advocate, Business Leader, and Founder of CRL Associates, has been a champion for women, refugees, immigrants, global connection, and international business development in Colorado, shaping a more inclusive Colorado through her leadership.
2025 Spirit of Space Award: Lieutenant General Susan J. Helms, USAF (Ret.), January 29, 2025-This prestigious award celebrates Lt. Gen. Helms for her exceptional leadership and commitment, which have profoundly shaped and inspired generations to continue the mission of discovery and innovation in space exploration, as well as the growth of the American space program.
In Memoriam: Kristy Anne Schloss, F.SWE April 25, 2024-Kristy Schloss will be remembered as a groundbreaking woman leader in the male-dominated civil engineering field and a tireless service leader. Kristy joined IWF Colorado in 1993.
IWF Colorado 2025 New Members Announced! August 8, 2025 - Our new class of members brings fresh perspectives, inspiring stories, and remarkable achievements that will enrich our Forum for years to come. Your role in nominating and welcoming these women is vital to the strength and ongoing success of IWF Colorado. For more information about each new member and to learn about their backgrounds, please click on the headline above. 
