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The Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce annual State of the State Luncheon once again brought together Colorado’s top business, government and community leaders for an important conversation around economic competitiveness (free enterprise!), legislative outcomes, the future of doing business in Colorado and the dangers of over regulation. This year’s event highlighted key takeaways from the 2026 legislative session, along with thoughtful discussion on the opportunities and challenges shaping Colorado’s business climate.

A strong lineup of leaders took the stage, including:

• J.J. Ament, President & CEO, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce�
• Hollie Velasquez Horvath, Regional VP, Xcel Energy – Presenting Sponsor Remarks�
• Andrew Watterson, COO, Southwest Airlines

Legislative Session Wrap Up�
• Leslie Oliver, VP External Affairs, Denver Metro Chamber�
• Nicole Milo, Regional Director of Government & Community Affairs, CommonSpirit Health, and Chair, Colorado Competitive Council Investor Committee

Legislative Panel Discussion�
• Moderator: Mowa Haile, CEO, Sky Blue Builders and Chair, Denver Metro Chamber Board of Directors�
• Jared Polis, Governor, State of Colorado�
• Paige Goss, Founder & CEO, Point Solutions Security�
• Todd Saliman, President, University of Colorado�
• Laura Hopkins, VP, Human Resources, Lockheed Martin

InSync Photography was once again proud to be a sponsor of this outstanding event — and on hand to capture all the action.