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Leading with Impact is presented by Alpine Bank and the Katz School of Business 

This series brings together respected for-profit and nonprofit leaders from our region to share real-world leadership insights, lessons learned, and perspectives on community impact. The goal is to foster meaningful dialogue, cross-sector learning, and relationship-building among business, nonprofit, and emerging leaders.

This event will feature a panel discussion and facilitated Q&A focused on purposeful leadership, followed by optional networking.

Dr. Heather Shotton President, Fort Lewis College	John Harper COO, American Heritage Railways

Dr. Heather J. Shotton is the 11th President of Fort Lewis College and the first Native American to lead the institution. A nationally recognized scholar and advocate for Indigenous education, Dr. Shotton brings over 20 years of experience in academic leadership, student success, and institutional transformation. An enrolled citizen of the Wichita & Affiliated Tribes and descendant of the Kiowa and Cheyenne Tribes, she has dedicated her career to advancing equity, reconciliation, and access in higher education. Her leadership at FLC centers on belonging, academic excellence, and honoring the institution’s unique history.

The Leading with Impact series is your chance to connect with top executives and gain valuable insights into effective leadership, innovation, and the path to success.

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