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Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame inductee: Christine Benero March 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 Grogan March 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 Bridges March 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 Berry March 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.
Eliza Woloson honored with the Global Luminary Award for her contributions to women building peace February 10, 2025 - Women's Peace & Humanitarian Fund (WPHF) supports local women who are building peace and improving economic and humanitarian conditions in places in crisis. Eliza was honored as one of the Global Luminaries on International Women's Day.
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.
Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce Most Powerful Women in Business Honorees: Maureen McDonald and Nancy Walsh June 27, 2024 - Congratulations to Maureen McDonald, ARVP of Community Engagement, Health One HCA, and Nancy Walsh, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, Vice President of Experiences & Partnerships, who were recognized as Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Business at the CWCC Awards Gala.
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.
Margaret McGowan Divelbiss: You will always be remembered as a true Irish gem. May 16, 2023 - Margaret McGowan Divelbiss passed away on May 16, 2023, in Pueblo, Colorado, at the age of 92. Maggie, as she was affectionately known, was born on February 18, 1931, in Brooklyn, New York, to Gladys and Bartholomew McGowan. Margaret joined IWF Colorado in 1976.