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2027 Boots 'n Business

Step into the crossroads of Colorado’s business and Western traditions at the annual kickoff to the National Western Stock Show. Experience rodeo action, then connect with leaders across agriculture and industry while exploring the economic impact.
Friday, Jan 8, 2027 @ 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
National Western Stock Show
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A deeper understanding of agriculture’s role in the state’s economy and connections across key sectors.

A combination of rodeo action and business networking in a setting rooted in Colorado’s Western heritage.

Professionals interested in Colorado’s economy, agriculture, and building relationships across industries.

Kick off the National Western Stock Show while connecting with leaders across business and agriculture.

Andy Aye

Featured Speaker

Andy Aye

As CO/AZ/NV/NM Global Industrials and Services Market Leader, Andy Aye works across all business lines to deliver “One” U.S. Bank.  He leads U.S. Bank’s local Advisory Board comprised of business and community leaders and steers the bank’s cross-functional Market Leadership Team.  Aye champions the culture, people and growth of U.S. Bank by supporting empowered employees, solving problems in the business community and making a difference for those in need through service for others.

Aye brings over 35 years of commercial banking leadership to his role, including 8 years of relevant mezzanine debt and private equity experience.  His career began in Chicago with American National Bank and he joined Colorado National Bank (predecessor to

U.S. Bank) after moving to Denver in 1994.  He gained entrepreneurial perspective when he was a Director at Stonehenge Capital, where he was responsible for origination and management of all senior stretch, mezzanine and equity investments in Colorado.  He contributed to portfolio companies at a strategic level through board activity and successfully invested the fund with targeted returns. Prior to joining U.S. Bank, Aye was the Colorado Market President for BOK Financial.

Aye sits on the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and is an Advisory Board Member of ACE Scholarships.  He is also a member of CEOs Against Cancer. He earned a BBA in Finance from the University of Notre Dame and his MS from the University of Colorado at Denver.  He resides in the Denver area with his wife and their three children and enjoys golf, travel, “porch sits” with neighbors and listening to 80’s music.

 

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Attire is western wear (boots, denim, and hats) or business professional. Be sure to dress in warm layers. The event will take place on a dirt floor and the arena will be drafty during this time of year - heels are not recommended. Coat check will be provided free of charge.

There are several road closures in the area. To ensure a smooth arrival, we recommend approaching the Event Center via 44th and Brighton (see map below).

Parking Details:
Guests may park in Lots J, K, M, I, G, and H.
Lot A is designated for accessible parking.
Additional parking is available at the Coliseum, with shuttles running to the Event Center. If parking at the Coliseum, please turn off 44th onto McFarland.

Support and Assistance:
National Western Stock Show Parking Staff will be stationed at all entrances to guide you. If you need assistance or directions, don't hesitate to ask!

Tips for a Smooth Experience:
Arrive early to allow plenty of time for parking and check-in.
Consider carpooling to reduce congestion.
For directions to the Events Center, please click HERE.

Please check-in at the Chamber's registration table to receive your name badge and table number.

Our Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor
The Official Boots 'n Business After Party Host
Entertainment Sponsor
Innovations in Agriculture Sponsor
Networking Reception Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsor

BPX Energy
BPX Energy
Bank of Colorado
Chevron
Frost Brown Todd
Holland & Hart LLP
Plante Moran
Polsinelli
Taft
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
UNITED CONCORDIA DENTAL
Photography Sponsor

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AECOM
Amazon
AngloGold Ashanti
BPX Energy
Bank of Colorado
Bryan Construction
CBRE
Capitol Focus LLC
Catamount Constructors
CenTrio Energy
CenTrio Energy
Children's Hospital Colorado
Columbia Bank
Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP
Denver Broncos Football Club
Denver Economic Development & Opportunity
Denver International Airport
Denver Water
Denver Zoo | Denver Zoological Foundation
Employers Council
FCI Constructors, Inc.
Fairfield and Woods, P.C.
Fidelity Investments
FirstBank
Greenberg Traurig LLP
Guzman Energy
Huntington Bank
Husch Blackwell LLP
IMA Financial Group, Inc.
Ibotta
InBank
Kaiser Permanente
KeyBank
Martin/Martin, Inc.
Merrick & Company
Murr Siler Eckels Delaney, PC
NAIOP Colorado
National Western Center Authority
Ovintiv
S. A. Miro, Inc.
Sky Blue Builders
Slalom
Southwest Airlines
Stantec
TRC Environmental & Infrastructure
The Wells Partnership
VISIT DENVER The Convention & Visitors Bureau
Vectra Bank Colorado
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