Chamber Connect

Connect with the community and fellow business advocates to share information, educate and network!

Speaker:  Andy Vick, Executive Director, Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.

Andy Vick is an experienced leader and arts administrator who believes in the power of the creative sector to drive economic development, build community and enhance quality of life for everyone. As the Executive Director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region, Andy oversees the daily operation and management of a non-profit, local arts agency serving a two-county region with a population of almost 700,000. In conjunction with his work at the Cultural Office, Andy serves on the Colorado Springs Convention & Visitor's Bureau Board of Directors, and is on the Executive Committee for the United States Urban Arts Federation. He is also a member of the Regional Leadership Forum, the Downtown Colorado Springs Rotary Club, and the Downtown Colorado Springs Creative District Steering Council. Andy is a graduate of the 2016 Colorado Springs Leadership Institute program and the 2015 Leadership Pikes Peak Signature program. He is also an experienced public speaker and consultant on the topic of using the arts as a tool for economic development and community vitality.

Schedule:
11:30 to noon: Networking and lunch
Noon to 12:35 p.m.: Introductions and presentation
12:35 to 1 p.m.: Q&A and announcements

Cost: Free for Chamber & EDC members; $5 for non-members at the door. Support the venue by purchasing of a drink or lunch (optional).