Description

NEXT Vail Valley is back by popular demand! With 10 previous cohorts spanning 2016 – 2022, this program is proven to inspire, connect, and strengthen our local workforce. As our community continues to grow, it is vital to mentor with and learn from those who have gotten us here, so we can prepare for what’s NEXT. We are thrilled to bring back this sought-after program!

The NEXT Vail Valley program is designed to support and advance emerging leaders in our community. It provides an opportunity for 12 professionals to meet and engage with a community leader in a group setting. The group will meet with a different community leader each month. During these sessions, NEXT participants will have 2 hours to interact and converse with the leader about the topics of their choosing.

NEXT 2026 Community Leaders & Schedule:

• Sessions are held monthly on Tuesdays from 3pm – 5pm. (Note: No meeting in December, due to busy holiday schedules!)
• August 4th: Welcome & Kick Off Meeting (Virtual, 3pm – 4pm)
• August 11: Senator Dylan Roberts – Colorado District 8
• September 8: Lucia Padilla – General Counsel, Colorado Mountain College
• October 6: Brandon Daruna – CEO of Eagle County Paramedic Services
• November 10: Brooke Skjonsby – Executive Director, Vail Valley Charitable Fund
• January 12: Pastor Josue Rubio – Pastor & President and Founder of Vida Foundation
• February 9: Kim Bell Williams – Executive Director, Eagle County Housing and Development Authority

Click here for full cohort details and schedule.