Mayors' Summit
Reception: January 22, 2025, depart from CML at 3:30 p.m.
Workshop: January 23, 2025, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
1144 N. Sherman St. | Denver
Cost for in-person: $95| Secure your spot
Leading the way: Empowering Colorado's Mayors
The role of a mayor is as dynamic as it is critical, requiring a balance of leadership, governance, and community engagement. As the chief executives of their municipalities, Colorado’s mayors face unique challenges that demand strategic thinking, adaptability, and collaboration. The Colorado Municipal League (CML) is here to support you in this essential role.
CML Mayors' Summit
Presented exclusively for Colorado mayors, the Mayors' Summit is a full-day event designed to provide targeted insights, practical tools, and meaningful connections. This gathering addresses key aspects of municipal leadership, helping mayors lead with confidence and collaborate effectively with their councils, staff, and communities. Whether you are newly elected or a seasoned leader, the summit offers valuable resources and updates tailored to the needs of today’s mayors.
Why It Matters
Mayors play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their municipalities. Every decision and interaction has the potential to influence community trust, services, and growth. This summit provides a unique opportunity for mayors to sharpen their leadership skills, address common challenges, and gain valuable insights from peers across Colorado.
Take the Next Step
Join us for the 2025 CML Mayors' Summit will take place on January 22–23 to gain the tools and knowledge to lead your municipality with
purpose and vision. Together, we can continue building strong, vibrant
communities across Colorado.
Registration deadline for Wednesday Reception: January 8, 2025
Registration deadline if you are only able to attend the workshop: January 16, 2025
REGISTER TODAY!
Mayors' Summit Reception
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in Denver | Depart CML at 3:30 p.m.
This year, the Mayors' Summit will kick-off with a special reception and dinner at the National Western Stock Show on January 22 before the workshop on January 23. Attendees will join Colorado Mayors participating in Civic Results' Mayors Leadership Academy in getting a tour of the National Stock Show, dinner with Denver Mayor Johnston, and then enjoy the evening's rodeo.
Mayors' Summit Workshop
Thursday, January 23, 2025 at CML in Denver | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tentative Schedule
TIME | SESSION OVERVIEW |
| 9 a.m. | Registration and continental breakfast Arrive, chat with other attendees, and settle in to learn |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome Kevin Bommer, CML executive director |
| 9:45 a.m. | Shaping the Conversation: The Mayor's Leadership Role |
| 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 11 a.m. | Driving the Vision: The Mayor’s Role in Strategic Planning Discover how strategic planning provides a framework for operational direction, community priorities, and long-term success. Learn how mayors can guide and unify councils and communities around a shared vision. |
| Noon | Networking Lunch |
| 12:45 p.m. | Navigating the Mayor-Manager Dynamic: Leadership in Action Mayors and managers must work together to lead their municipalities effectively. This session examines how to balance roles, set shared priorities, and build strong partnerships for success. |
| 1:45 p.m. | Open Meetings: How to Run a Public MeetingRobert Sheesley, CML General Counsel |
| 2:45 p.m. | Break |
| 3 p.m. | From Local to State: Building Political Savvy for Mayors Explore strategies to enhance your political influence, from fostering local alliances to navigating state-level advocacy. |
| 3:45 p.m. | Workshop Wrap-up and Debriefing Review key takeaways, land look forward to what comes next. |
| 4:30 p.m. | Workshop Concludes |