On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Brad Buchanan, CEO of the National Western Center Authority. When you hear National Western Center, you likely think of the National Western Stock Show, one of Denver's marquee events each year. We discuss the Stock Show in depth, but there is so much more happening at the National Western Center, this episode is your behind-the-scenes tour. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What else happens at this complex outside of the 16 days in January when the Stock Show occurs?

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For more information about the National Western Center, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Water World General Manager JR Berninzoni and Deputy Director Bob Owens. Water World is a water park that is part of the Hyland Hills Park and Recreation District and located in Federal Heights, Colorado, roughly 10 miles north of downtown Denver, Colorado. The park first opened in August 1979 with the first two waterslides in the state of Colorado, the Bonzai Pipeline. The park occupies 70 acres making it one of America's largest water theme parks, and features 50 attractions. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What types of work do skilled tradespeople do at Water World?

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For more information about Water World, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome J. J. Ament, President and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. As president and CEO of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the leading voice for Colorado's business community, J. J. Ament is focused on effectively advocating for small and large businesses in our region. Before being appointed to his current position, he served from 2017 to 2021 as the chief executive officer of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation, a part of the Chamber family of organizations and the largest privately funded and governed economic development organization in Colorado. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What are the Chamber's key areas of focus? Who does it represent, and what does it do?

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For more information about the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome George Sparks who has been the president & CEO of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science since November 2004. Sparks’ passion is public policy, particularly around science and education. He is a member of the Colorado Forum, Colorado Concern, and is on the boards of Colorado Education Initiative, Colorado Music Hall of Fame, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, and the Denver School of Science & Technology. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What was the journey that ultimately pointed George to the museum, which he has successfully led for 19 years?

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Ed Sealover, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives & Editor. He is also in charge of The Sum and Substance for the Colorado Chamber of Commerce. Prior to joining the Colorado Chamber, Ed was a multiple-time award-winning journalist at the Denver Business Journal and other publications. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• Why did Ed leave a decorated journalism career for the Colorado Chamber?

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For more information about the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Governor of Colorado, Jared Polis. Governor Polis is an entrepreneur, education leader, public servant, and Colorado native. He was elected as Governor in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. Prior to serving as Governor, Polis served on the State Board of Education and represented Colorado's 2nd Congressional district. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What steps are you taking to boost workforce development specifically in skilled trades, how can we reach Coloradans at a younger age to strengthen the talent pipeline?

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Amy Sherman, President and CEO of Economic Literacy Colorado, an organization that seeks “To empower Colorado students to achieve a lifetime of economic understanding and financial security.” Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• How does Economic Literacy Colorado work with school districts to empower students to be more financially literate?

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For more information about Economic Literacy Colorado, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Stacey Stegman, Vice President of Communications, Marketing & Customer Experience at Denver International Airport (DIA). Denver International Airport is the third-busiest airport in the world. With over 69 million passengers traveling through the airport in 2022, DEN is one of the busiest airline hubs in the world’s largest aviation market. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $33.5 billion for the region annually. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What updates can she provide about the ongoing renovation?

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For more information about Denver International Airport, please visit their website. 

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Debbie Brown, President of the Colorado Business Roundtable. The Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) is a public policy organization of executives from some of the state’s largest employers working to strengthen the state’s economic vitality. COBRT engages with elected leaders, business and nonprofit leaders, and other strategic allies to improve the business climate in our state by unapologetically amplifying the voice of business. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• What types of members does COBRT have, and what issues do they engage on?

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On this episode of Tradeswork: The Rocky Mountain Mechanical Contractors Association Podcast, we welcome Jennifer Gremmert, Executive Director of Energy Outreach Colorado. They believe everyone deserves affordable access to the vital resources that power their homes. When everyone can afford and maintain the energy in their home, then they can focus on living, rather than merely surviving. The foundation of their vision, mission, and values are to support, stabilize, and sustain vulnerable households in Colorado by providing home energy assistance through programs and outreach. Here are some of the questions you can expect to be answered on this episode:

• How does Energy Outreach Colorado work to achieve their goals?

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For more information about Energy Outreach Colorado, please visit their website. 

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