Monthly Archives: April 2026

At Roaring Fork Leadership, we believe leadership is built through experience, connection, and a commitment to community. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Marcus Thackston to the RFL Board of Directors. Marcus is the Owner and Founder of Blend Web Marketing, where he brings a holistic approach to business strategy that blends website design, branding, marketing, and systems integration to help organizations thrive. As an entrepreneur for over a decade, Marcus has worked across industries, supporting both businesses and nonprofits in building strong, sustainable operations. Marcus is no stranger to RFL. A graduate of the Academy in 2018, he has continued [...]

On April 10th, more than 50 women and one very intentional man gathered at Morgridge Commons in Glenwood Springs for ELEVATE 2026. And what unfolded wasn’t just an event. It was a reminder. A reminder that when you bring people together with intention, something shifts. More Than a Room - It Was A Community in Motion From the very beginning, there was energy in the room. Not surface-level networking, but real connection. Women from across the Roaring Fork and Colorado River Valleys showed up representing different industries, life stages, and leadership journeys. And yet, there was a shared thread: A desire [...]