The Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that several esteemed members have been nominated to BizWest’s 2025 Top 50 Most-Influential Business Leaders in Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado.

These leaders have made an incredible impact on our community, driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and setting an example for future generations. We are incredibly proud of their achievements and their role in shaping Northern Colorado’s business landscape.

This annual list celebrates the region’s most impactful leaders across ten industries. The top leaders in each category will be announced at the BizWest Book of Lists Launch Party on Monday, March 10, 2025, at The Candlelight in Johnstown. We encourages the community to join in celebrating these remarkable individuals and to participate in the voting process before the March 3, 2025, deadline.

The Chamber is thrilled to see many of our members receive well-deserved recognition for their contributions to Northern Colorado’s economic vitality.

Banking & Finance:
• Gerry Agnes, Elevations Credit Union
• Shawn Osthoff, Bank of Colorado
• Boni Sandoval, Adams Bank & Trust
• Nicole Staudinger, FirstBank
• Gretchen Wahl, FNBO

Construction:
• Connie Dohn, Dohn Construction Co.
• Nick Haws, EPS Group Inc.
• Jason Sherrill, Landmark Homes

Government & Education:
• Jeni Arndt, City of Fort Collins
• Amy Parsons, Colorado State University

Health Care:
• Margo Karsten, Banner Health

Hospitality:
• Steve Taylor, Hot Corner Concepts

Manufacturing & Technology:
• Carol Cochran, Horse & Dragon Brewing Co.

Organizations:
• Ann Hutchison, Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce
• Sandra Solin, Capitol Solutions
• Kristin Todd, NoCo Foundation

Professional Services:
• Chris Otto, Plante Moran
• Brett Payton, Coan Payton & Payne

Real Estate & Development:
• Ryan Schaefer, NAI Affinity