Rethink Blog
At CTLF, we are committed to fulfilling our mission of fostering thought leadership and empowering the leaders within our community. With ReThink, we offer thought-provoking content and unique perspectives that will expand your thinking and inspire you to become a better leader.
We’re All Part of the Mess
By D.J. Whetter, CEO of CiviCO On April 10, CiviCO will host Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser for a Purpose Hour focused on the most pressing issues facing our state. I’ll be moderating the discussion—and I hope you’ll be in the room. But this isn’t a typical...
GUEST BLOG: Leading in Times of Political Polarization by Dr. Katy Anthes
Written by: Dr. Katy Anthes Politics seem a little tense right now, huh? And that’s a challenge because as civic leaders, we must navigate politics at our local, state and national levels. These days that seems harder and harder as we hear relentlessly about...
Awarding Excellence and Dedication to Colorado’s Future: 2024 Governor’s Citizenship Medals Honorees
Every day, Coloradans strengthen our communities, create opportunities, and inspire progress. To honor these extraordinary contributions, CiviCO, in partnership with past and present Colorado governors, proudly presents the Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medals....
Celebrating Catalysts for Colorado’s Growth: 2024 HEART Award Winners
Our HEART for the Holidays event was a festive opportunity to come together with our community, honor exceptional leaders, and make a meaningful impact for kids across Colorado. We awarded members of our community with the HEART-Level Leadership Award, the newly...
CiviCO 2024 Year in Review: Igniting and Uniting Leadership for Colorado
By: DJ Whetter, CEO, CiviCO As 2024 draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on an extraordinary year of growth, transformation, and impact at CiviCO. It’s been a year where we embraced change, celebrated milestones, faced challenges head-on, and remained...
It’s Time to Lead – Moving Forward Together After Election Day
It’s Time to Lead – Moving Forward Together After Election Day At CiviCO, we exist to ignite and unite cultures of leadership. Leadership is not a title; it’s a call to action—a call to roll up our sleeves, engage in tough conversations, and shape a future we can all...
HEART for the Holidays: Join Us for a Season of Giving and Leadership
As the holiday season approaches, we often think of ways to give back, connect with others, and celebrate the year’s accomplishments. At CiviCO, we’re excited to do all of that and more at our upcoming event, HEART for the Holidays on November 14 from 3:30 – 7:00...
Beyond Words: How Business Leaders Can Show Gratitude Through Community Engagement
At our September ReThink Purpose Hour, we explored the intersection of civic responsibility, workplace culture, and organizational leadership. As we head into fall and the upcoming season of gratitude, we’re thinking about this discussion from a HEART-Level Leadership...
The Crucial Role of Corporate Civic Responsibility in Strengthening Democracy and Driving Economic Success
In today’s interconnected world, the relationship between corporate leadership and civic responsibility is more crucial than ever. As businesses expand their global reach, they are increasingly recognized not just as economic entities, but as key players in the health...
Integrating CTLF and CiviCO: A New Era of Leadership and Collaboration
From DJ Whetter, CEO, CiviCO As we step into an exciting new chapter, I want to take a moment to express our collective gratitude for Xan Pearson's exceptional leadership and to share the latest updates on our strategy and purpose. The past eight months partnering...