Roaring Fork Leadership is known to develop BETTER LEADERS for BETTER COMMUNITIES!
Roaring Fork Leadership (RFL) helps individuals and organizations build effective leaders through training, practice and application. RFL, formerly known as Leadership Aspen, was founded in 1988 by a group of local citizens concerned about the need to strengthen relationships and skills among community leaders. RFL has been the all-encompassing leadership development organization in the area bringing about effective and collaborative community change and improvement.
Our experiential leadership models utilize high-caliber facilitators from across the country to teach adults how to be effective and invested leaders in the community. Whether individually through our flagship RFL Academy or through RFL Colab – customized training on an organizational level.
We believe leadership depends on engaging and energizing ALL community members, diagnosing the situation, framing discourse, discovering common purpose, and experimenting with ways to intervene to make progress (Steffensmeier & Chrislip, 2019). Developing this kind of leadership is itself a monumental task requiring a concerted effort to debunk existing conceptions and learn anew to shift the focus from leaders and followers to developing the civic capacity of social systems to respond to challenges. That’s why our mission is: We believe anyone can be a leader. RFL develops leaders—no matter their experience, background or resources—who make their communities better.
97% of RFL Alumni say that our programs improved their leadership skills & abilities significantly.
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ELEVATE 2025!
ELEVATE is a unique gathering created to uplift and connect women across the Roaring Fork and Colorado River Valleys, welcoming those from all walks of life—whether at home, in the workplace, or within their communities. This event is dedicated to helping women of every stage embrace their unique strengths, nurture their well-being, and spark inspiration to create a brighter future.
Lead Boldly with RFL Academy
In the wake of recent challenges, many have found themselves reassessing priorities and seeking new opportunities for personal and professional growth. As we transition into a new chapter, it’s a pivotal moment to propel ourselves forward. Are you looking to advance your career, perhaps launch or expand your own business, or make a meaningful impact in your community? Do you seek to forge deeper connections within the region, or to enhance your abilities as a manager, parent, partner, or community member? Whatever aspirations drive you, RFL Academy stands as a beacon of support and opportunity. Apply or nominate a leader today! Deadline: July 15th
FREE – E-Book!
This E-book will delve into the concept of adaptive leadership and its role in navigating complexity, examine the importance of trust-building and collaboration, and celebrate the transformative potential of leadership as a practice that empowers every individual to make a difference. As we embark on this exploration, let us reflect on the imperative of leadership in shaping the future of our communities, our societies, and our planet.
BETTER LEADERS, BETTER COMMUNITIES FUNDRAISER
Did you know that RFL Academy’s tuition covers 50% of the actual cost of the program? RFL subsidizes the tuition through grants, sponsorships, and donations from individuals like YOU.
What RFL’s learned through our recent involvement in the Colorado Council on Leadership for our region about the current challenges to leadership are: barrier to access, diversification of leadership, connection and cohesion among individuals, organizations, and communities, and lastly leadership development. RFL remains dedicated to remaining relevant and realize we have a lot of work to do. We can’t do it without YOU – please schedule your donation today.
