Today Nick Colglazier was named director of the Colorado Competitive Council (C3), a statewide business advocacy organization and affiliate of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Colglazier will begin on Nov. 2.
Colglazier previously served as director of public policy for state affairs at the Colorado Farm Bureau. As director he oversaw lobbying efforts and monitored rule and regulation changes in the agriculture industry. Colglazier also serves on the board of directors for Colorado Foundation for Water Education.
“Nick’s strong understanding of statewide issues, network across Colorado and passion for critical issues from water to transportation make him a great fit for C3. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have his expertise on our team,” said Kelly Brough, president and CEO of the Chamber.
A fourth generation Coloradan who farmed alongside his family in Holyoke, Colglazier developed a passion for policy while working as a legislative aide during the winter months. He is a graduate of Colorado State University, where he studied soil and crop science and agricultural business management.
“I am looking forward to this next chapter of my career with an organization whose focus on is on strengthening our state’s businesses and economy,” Colglazier said. “I’m excited to be able to play a role in making Colorado a great place to do business.”
Colglazier succeeds Mizraim Cordero, who was recently named vice president of government relations for the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce.
“Nick brings a strong policy background, a mind for business and the tools to bring people together that we think will serve Colorado’s business community and C3 well,” said Ruth Benton, chair of C3’s Investor Committee and CEO of New West Physicians, P.C.
Sara Crocker is the communications manager for the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce.