Chris joined Denver South in 2019 and leads the organization’s business recruitment activities, communicating with companies across the U.S. and the globe to share why Denver South is the ideal location for them to prosper.

With almost 25 years of experience in Colorado’s economic development, public sector and business communities, she brings with her a wealth of knowledge regarding Colorado’s business climate, industry sectors, government programs and trusted partners to get things done. She led the Colorado Cleantech Industry Association as founding executive director, helping to grow the industry with policy, innovation and partnering initiatives while managing the organization’s operations and staff. Previous stints included leadership positions in the Colorado BioScience Association and serving Colorado Governor Bill Owens administration in the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade.

In her free time, Chris enjoys international travel and spending time with her husband, daughter and dog Finley.