Monthly Archives: April 2025

We recently sat down with Ashley Mauldin, licensed professional counselor and owner of New Awareness Counseling in New Castle, CO, to learn more about her journey as a mental health advocate, entrepreneur, and community leader. From launching her private practice to empowering others through trauma-informed care, Ashley shares how her experience with Roaring Fork Leadership continues to shape her approach to leadership and service. Which RFL program did you participate in and what drew you to RFL? I participated in the 2019/2020 cohort of RFL Academy. I had a desire to be more of a leader in the community and felt [...]

ELEVATE: A Forum for WomenFriday, May 9, 2025 | 1:00–6:00 PM | Glenwood Springs Branch Library Now is the time to invest in yourself, connect with like-minded women, and step confidently into your power. ELEVATE: A Forum for Women is your invitation to learn from powerful speakers, walk away with tools to fuel your leadership, and be part of a supportive community that lifts each other higher. Early bird pricing ends this Friday, April 25! Reserve your ticket now for just $89—prices increase to $109 after the deadline, so don’t wait to secure your spot. Meet the Speakers: Christina King will [...]

At Roaring Fork Leadership, we believe leadership belongs to everyone. It’s not about titles or resumes - it’s about the courage to step up, the heart to serve others, and the drive to make meaningful change. Each year, the RFL Academy and Mastermind programs bring together individuals from every corner of our valley, and your support ensures that these transformational opportunities remain accessible to all. Through our Pay It Forward campaign, we’re growing a robust scholarship and program support fund to remove financial barriers - not just for those facing economic hardship, but for anyone with the passion to lead. This [...]

Mark your calendars for an evening of connection, celebration, and inspiration as we honor the Roaring Fork Leadership Academy and Mastermind classes of 2025 on Thursday, May 16th at 5:30 PM at Anderson Ranch Arts Center. RFL Unite is more than a graduation—it’s a celebration of all RFL alumni, the leadership journeys we've taken, and the impact we’ve made across the region. This special event welcomes the Class of 2025 into the alumni network and invites the entire RFL community to come together, reflect, and recommit to our shared mission of leadership through service, connection, and collaboration. Whether you’re part of [...]

At Roaring Fork Leadership, we believe leadership is a journey—one of growth, connection, and impact. That journey continues with the next Academy class, and we’re thrilled to announce that applications and nominations for RFL Academy 2026 are officially open! For nearly 37 years, RFL Academy has empowered individuals from every sector to lead with purpose, build stronger communities, and create lasting change. Our alumni serve as catalysts across the region—resilient, collaborative, and ready to make a difference. Help Us Find the Next Class of Leaders As an alum, you know the power of the RFL experience—how it shapes perspectives, builds confidence, [...]

At Roaring Fork Leadership, we celebrate organizations that embody leadership through service to our community. This month, we’re thrilled to highlight the Aspen Camp of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, a remarkable organization chosen as one of RFL Academy’s Civic Impact Projects.   Nestled in a 15-acre riparian forest along Snowmass Creek, Aspen Camp has served as a national treasure for more than 50 years. As the only year-round camp in the country dedicated to the Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and signing communities, Aspen Camp provides experiential, outdoor, and educational programming that fosters connection—to nature, to others, and to self. This year, the [...]