Colorado 50-50 is excited to announce speakers for the 2025 Ready to Run® campaign training coming up on May 10 in Denver. Many smart and dedicated women who have served our communities and our state will be sharing their insights, wisdom, and lessons learned.
Gigi Dennis served in the Colorado State Senate from 1994 to 2001 when she was appointed by President George W. Bush to run USDA Rural Development in Colorado. In 2005, she was appointed by Governor Bill Owens to serve as Colorado Secretary of State. Currently, Dennis serves as City Manager in Monte Vista.
Val Nosler Beck served on the Wheat Ridge City Council from 2019-2024, as well as running for State House. As the founder of Upstream Consulting and The Steady, she brings a wealth of practical political and public service experience to trainings she offers to candidates and campaign managers.
Alyssa Nilemo was a candidate for the Colorado House in 2024, and previously served as a campaign manager for a congressional campaign. Throughout her career, she has worked in higher education, governmental administration, disability services, and early childhood education. Alyssa is passionate about moving the needle for Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) representation. Right now, there are no AAPI elected officials serving in state or federal roles.
Check back on this page to learn about speakers as they’re announced!
