“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”
Advance Colorado is a non-profit organization committed to identifying, training and connecting conservative leaders in Colorado. Whether leaders are seeking a high profile role at the local or state level, a larger voice in the boardroom, or simply want to better advocate for their community or cause, Advance Colorado is the place to start.
Advance Colorado is a training ground for conservative leaders. Leaders will be given the necessary tools and resources to be successful CEOs, board members, elected officials, advocates, and community leaders.
The Advance Colorado New Leader Program is the perfect opportunity for individuals seeking a leadership role at the local or state level, the boardroom, the classroom or within their own neighborhood. New Leaders will take part in a 5-week program designed to motivate and sharpen the fundamental skills all leaders need to succeed. Participants will learn from and engage with a host of subject matter experts who can help promote leaders to the highest level of competence. New Leaders will also be given the opportunity to network with experts and elected officials who have seen the good, weathered the storms and achieved success at all levels of leadership. At the conclusion of the 5-week program, New Leaders will be given access to a rich library of resources to continue on their road to success as well as become part of a robust network that will encourage and support them throughout their leadership journey.
The Advance Colorado Advocate Program is designed for individuals who want to engage and become better messengers and advocates locally, state-wide, and nationally. The advocate program serves as an opportunity for individuals to explore the idea of whether public office may be right for them or if they are better suited for fierce support as advocate. Members of the Advocate Program will participate in a 3-week program designed to inspire and provide the tools necessary to support the issues, initiatives and candidates that they are passionate about. Experts in grassroots mobilization, communications and more will share best practices and resources that will ensure great success for the strongest of advocates. At the conclusion of the programming, participants will be equipped with the resources and network they need and be given a variety of opportunities for engagement and advocacy.
Advance Colorado participants will learn from leading, conservative campaign consultants, field organizers, communications specialists, fundraisers, media specialist and elected officials who have been successful in their pursuits. Our experts have won in the courtroom of public opinion, on initiatives ranging from taxes to healthcare to local land-use and more, and on campaigns and races from city council, to the Governor’s mansion, to Congress, and beyond. Our experts know firsthand how to communicate and fundraise at the highest level and serve as key advisors to some of the top leaders across the state and nation. These experts will closely engage with our participants while also becoming part of the support network rallying behind New Leaders and Advocates for years to come.
Advance Colorado recognizes that it is essential for 21st Century leaders to learn in innovative and exciting new ways. That is why Advance Colorado New Leaders and Advocates will be given the unique opportunity to learn through a series of engaging videos and in-person learning. Each week, participants will be provided access to three to four high energy videos conducted with our top-tier experts. After completing each video section, participants will be given the opportunity to put their learning into action through a series of engaging activities and a final, in-person wrap-up and networking debrief with the experts each Monday.
Last Day to Submit an Application -- October 31, 2021
Program Begins -- November 7, 2021
Week 1: Nov. 7 - 14
The Critical Role of Advocates and Developing a Grassroots Campaign
Week 2: Nov. 15 - 21
Communicating Effectively to Ensure a Positive Outcome
Week 3: Nov. 29 - Dec. 5
Practice Makes Perfect – Boots on the Ground and Ready to Roll
Last Day to Submit an Application -- December 20, 2021
Program Begins -- January 17, 2022
Week 1: Jan. 17 - 23
Organizational Strategies
Week 2: Jan. 24 - 30
The Critical Role of Fundraising and Donor Maintenance
Week 3: Jan. 31 - Feb. 6
The Keys to Successful Communications
Week 4: Feb. 7 - 13
Building Coalitions
Week 5: Feb. 14 - 20
The Art of Developing a Strong Platform