Who We Are

Colorado Succeeds was founded in 2006 by a group of CEOs who saw the need for a non-partisan business advocacy organization focused solely on education and workforce development. As end consumers of the education and talent development system, Colorado Succeeds members advocate for policies that improve outcomes for learners, and support innovative programs in and out of the classroom.

Mission

To apply our business expertise, influence, and capital to improve Colorado’s schools.

Vision

All of Colorado’s learners are educated to their greatest potential, and all of Colorado’s businesses have the talented and innovative homegrown workforce they need to thrive.

What We Do

Shape and advocate for PUBLIC POLICY that removes barriers to innovation, incentives best practices, measures outcomes, and places the learner first.

Supercharge POLICY IMPLEMENTATION by providing technical assistance and support to education providers and employers.

FUND education and workforce development best practices to bring them to scale.

Core Values

Collaborative

At Colorado Succeeds, we build trusting relationships with our colleagues, investors, partners, and community members by listening, learning, and supporting one another. Together, we are stronger and can contribute more.

Leadership

At Colorado Succeeds, we take responsibility for finding the potential in all people, processes, and systems, and we have the courage to develop that potential, even when it may be difficult or uncomfortable.

Entrepreneurial

At Colorado Succeeds, we are motivated to innovate; create and test new solutions; and challenge the status quo in pursuit of transformational results. We work to see around the corner and take the initiative to act before others do. We are able to act and react as necessary, even when limited information is available.

Accountable

At Colorado Succeeds, we accept responsibility for our actions, words, attitudes, and impact. We own our commitments, mistakes, and continuous improvement.

Relentless

At Colorado Succeeds, we are determined to make the most of every moment. We have a bias towards action and a sense of urgency to achieve our goals. We are tenacious, tireless, and never discouraged in the pursuit of impact for all learners.