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Executive Associate

Colleen Thomas is a dynamic and strategic marketing and communications executive and consultant, with over 25 years of experience spanning strategy, business transformation, and market & competitive research. Known for her ability to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful change, Colleen partners with organizations to translate vision into actionable strategy and measurable results.

Colleen brings a visionary yet practical approach to her consulting work, helping nonprofit and mission-driven organizations strengthen their positioning, expand reach, and deepen stakeholder engagement. Colleen has worked on Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability teams, and led communications campaigns for Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, Habitat for Humanity Women Build, Walk to Defeat ALS, and several other funding campaigns for local nonprofits.

She is a longtime volunteer with numerous national and international charities and served on the Board of Friends of the Haven, a 501C-3 nonprofit supporting women and children in a rehabilitation environment. A tireless advocate for social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion, Colleen and is deeply committed to improving economic and health outcomes for women and children.

Colleen has led cross-functional and international teams across Fortune 500 organizations and startups in technology, healthcare, education, media & entertainment, engineering, and finance. Her work is distinguished by a proven track record of transforming organizations through integrated marketing strategy and channel development. She has successfully led large-scale, multi-national campaigns and initiatives, combining strategic insight with hands-on execution to deliver sustainable outcomes.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in English and Communications from Colorado State University.

Area of Expertise:
Colleen’s core expertise is in Donor and Constituent Engagement and Strategic Planning. She also has experience in Development Program Review and Expansion Strategies, Individual Giving, Planned Giving, and Corporate Sponsorships. Colleen also has professional expertise in Project Management, Data Analytics and Compliance.

Experience:
Education, Healthcare, Arts & Culture, Community Based Membership and Advocacy

Fundraising Must Have:
An important mission, a strong prospect database, and a targeted, engaging communications plan. You have to know who you want to bring to the table, and how to get them there.

Executive Associate

Morris W. Price Jr. is a dynamic and results-oriented executive with over three decades of experience in philanthropy, nonprofit, government, and the higher education sectors. He has a proven ability to lead with a strategic vision, and uses financial, programmatic, advocacy and communication resources while fostering an inclusive and collaborative organizational culture.

He is acknowledged for designing and executing effective initiatives that advance equity, foster systemic change, and support a range of causes, issues, and communities. His extensive knowledge of nonprofit and philanthropic organizations at both local and national levels enables him to leverage strategic relationships, mobilizing resources and partnerships to drive significant and lasting change.

Morris has a proven record in mentoring rising leaders, diverse teams, fostering collaboration, and building community relationships to drive impactful change and align with organizational mission.

In these capacities Morris has served as Vice President Grants and Impact, The Colorado Trust, Vice President and Executive Director, City Year Denver, District Director U.S. House of Representatives, Colorado 1st Congressional District, National Program Officer the Gill Foundation, Director of University, College and Community Relations the Daniels Fund, Associate Dean & Director of Undergraduate Admission, University of Denver, and Associate Dean & Director of Multicultural Admission, Depauw University.

Morris currently serves as the Chair of the Board for the Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority, President, Board of Directors Philanthropy Colorado, Secretary, Board of Trustees Rose Community Foundation, Board Member, Board of Directors, Colorado State University, and Secretary, Board of Directors, Denver Impact Fund.

His contributions have earned him significant recognition, including the Swanee Hunt Individual Leadership Award, the MLK Business Social Responsibility Award, Denver Urban Spectrum 25 Most Influential African Americans, and the NAACP Civil Rights & Social Justice Advocacy Commerce Award.

Morris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Colorado State University and a master’s degree in Nonprofit Management from Regis University.

Area of Expertise: Morris’s core expertise is in Board Training, Management and Governance. He also excels in leadership coaching, organizational assessment, and community engagement

Sector Experience: Arts & Culture, Community Based Membership & Advocacy, Education

Fundraising Must Have: Focus on uniting diverse team members to empower communities and promote organizational culture and financial sustainability