Leading with Impact: Jenn Bartlett & Kris Oyler
Leading with Impact: Jenn Bartlett & Kris Oyler
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (11:30 AM - 1:15 PM) (MDT)
Description
Leading for 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.
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| Jenn Bartlett CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters | Kris Oyler CEO of Peak Food & Beverage |
Jenn Bartlett has served as CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Colorado since April 2022. Based in Durango since 2004, she has worked with the Boys & Girls Clubs, the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, and numerous local boards and committees focused on youth. She is passionate about leadership development and volunteers with the Chamber of Commerce and its programs. In 2018, she received the Barbara Conrad Leadership Award for her contributions to developing community leadership. She also supports local organizations in strengthening boards, teams, and leadership through her work with Authentic Elevations, LLC.
Kris Oyler is the Co-Founder and CEO of Peak Brewing Co., LLC (d.b.a. Peak Food & Beverage), the Durango-based group behind Steamworks Brewing Co., El Moro Spirits & Tavern, and HomeSlice Pizza. A Colorado native, he has led regional tourism and hospitality initiatives and served in leadership roles with the Durango Area Tourism Office, the Colorado Restaurant Association, and the Colorado Brewers Guild. He is a Barbara Conrad Leadership Award recipient (2013) and remains active in community leadership. Kris also serves on Region 9’s Economic Development Loan Committee, the Colorado Employee Ownership Commission, and the La Plata County Lodgers Tax Committee.Thank you to our Sponsors:
835 Main Ave Suite 225
Durango, CO 81301 United States