The Colorado Men of Color Collaborative (CMOCC) is excited for our 2nd Annual Summer White Affair! This exclusive summer gathering is designed to bring together Colorado’s most dynamic leaders, professionals, and changemakers for a night to remember.
Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Governor’s Residence at the Boettcher Mansion
Dress Code: All-white attire encouraged—let’s set the scene with elegance and unity.
🌟 Why You Can’t Miss This:
Step into the historic beauty of the Governor’s Residence and be surrounded by mission-driven visionaries who are shaping the future of Colorado. This is your chance to build powerful connections, celebrate our collective impact, and elevate your network in an atmosphere that blends sophistication with purpose. We will also be honoring several organizations for their extraordinary work within our community!
- Nonprofit Organzation of the Year
- Emerging Organization of the Year
- STEM/STEAM Community Partner Award
- Emerging Leader Award
🎤 Special Guest Speaker:
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Mordecai Brownlee, President of the Community College of Aurora! A nationally recognized voice in higher education and a fierce advocate for equity and innovation, Dr. Brownlee will deliver a message that will ignite your passion and inspire your path forward.
🤝 Sponsorships Available:
Is your organization committed to equity, representation, and real impact? Let’s partner and amplify the movement together.
🔗 RSVP & Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gHHVnrZ6
📧 Questions? Reach out at contact@cmocc.org
Let’s show up all white, all purpose, all community.
Highlight Video Includes Dr. Mordecai's Keynote Address at Houston ISD's "For Teachers, By Teachers - Literacy and Social Studies Conference"
Thank you, Houston Independent School District!
Dr. Mordecai Keynotes the WICHE Academic Partnerships annual meeting in Reno, Nevada
What an incredible experience it was to keynote the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Academic Partnerships Annual Meeting in Reno, Nevada, earlier this week!
I'm deeply grateful to the Community College of Aurora for sharing me with the WICHE membership to discuss the importance of two- and four-year institutions, respectively, creating mission-aligned strategic partnerships that drive mission fulfillment and student transformation with the WICHE membership.
It was an honor to join provosts, academic vice presidents, chief executives, and leaders from 15 states, the U.S. Pacific Territories, and Freely Associated States—all committed to strengthening the future of higher education.
Thank you to the Western Academic Leadership Forum and the Western Alliance of Community College Academic Leaders for the opportunity, and congratulations to all who were recognized during the event.
When we build partnerships rooted in our missions and our students' needs, we truly are Stronger Together.
Future of Work: Looking Around Corners
We’re proud to announce that the Community College of Aurora is a sponsor of the Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT)’s signature event, Future of Work: Looking Around Corners, taking place on May 7, 2025, at Empower Field at Mile High.
This pivotal gathering brings together over 300 leaders from business, education, government, and community sectors to explore emerging workforce trends, the future of skills and talent pipelines, strategies to attract and retain top talent, and how technology is reshaping the way we work.
Join us in this important dialogue as we look around corners to anticipate and prepare for the future of work in Colorado. Together, we can drive innovation, upward mobility, and opportunity for all.
🔗 Reserve your spot today: futureofworkco.com
Dr. Mordecai Keynotes UPCEA Annual Conference
I’m filled with gratitude after having the honor of delivering the keynote address, “The Business of Higher Education: Elevating Access, Equity, and Mobility,” at the UPCEA Annual Conference in beautiful Denver, Colorado.
A heartfelt thank you to the Community College of Aurora for your continued support and for sharing me with UPCEA for this impactful opportunity. I’m proud to represent an institution that is boldly committed to student transformation, innovation, and service to all learners.
When we lead with access, operate with equity, and stay focused on student transformation, we unlock the true power of higher education to create economic mobility for all.
Dr. Mordecai Interviews Dr. Eboo Patel at NASPA Annual Conference
Thank you, NASPA, for the opportunity to interview Dr. Eboo Patel, Founder of Interfaith America, on the final day of the annual conference. It was such an insightful dialogue regarding pluralism and its role in crafting a stronger democratic society.
Dr. Mordecai Prepares to Speak at NASPA Annual Conference
For more information, please visit https://www.naspa.org/home
American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education Annual Conference
Excited to Serve on the #AAHHE20 Panel: "Leading with Hope and Shaping Our Future for Latiné Students in Community Colleges"
Tomorrow, I am honored to join the AAHHE - American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education for their 20th Annual Conference at Metropolitan State University of Denver—a pivotal gathering focused on advancing equity, access, and success for Hispanic students in higher education.
As leaders, we must be intentional about shaping a future where Latiné students thrive—not just survive. Community colleges are engines of economic mobility, and hope is the foundation of transformation.
Learn more about the conference: www.aahhe.org.
For Teachers-By-Teachers Literacy and Social Studies Conference
This Saturday, Dr. Mordecai is excited to keynote the 2025 For Teachers-By-Teachers Literacy and Social Studies Conference hosted by Houston ISD. With the theme, “Many Perspectives, One Houston,” this event embodies HISD’s commitment to celebrating diversity, building community, and fostering shared learning experiences that will shape the future of education.
Dr. Mordecai to Keynote UPCEA Annual Conference in Denver
Join us for the 2025 UPCEA Annual Conference in Denver, March 24-26, 2025, where we will explore critical topics through engaging keynote presentations. In this transformative keynote, Dr. Mordecai Brownlee explores how higher education institutions can embrace a business mindset to elevate access, equity, and economic mobility for all learners. By focusing on student transformation as the core mission, attendees will learn strategies to drive innovation, leverage partnerships, and align educational goals with workforce demands.
This session will empower decision-makers to lead change, expand opportunity, and ensure that higher education becomes a true engine of social mobility in an evolving world. Learn more and register by November 18 for savings. https://ow.ly/S2gt50U1IaM
Dr. Mordecai to Keynote 23rd Annual Latino Higher Education Leadership Institute
Dr. Mordecai Brownlee is thrilled to serve as the morning keynote speaker at the 23rd Annual Latino Higher Education Leadership Institute!
He’s honored to join this powerful gathering of faculty, staff, and administrators, all committed to advancing diversity, equity, and excellence in higher education. This year’s theme, "Utilizing High Impact and Equitable Programs to Achieve Organizational Excellence," sets the stage for a day rich with insights, strategies, and connections focused on elevating leadership pathways and success.
Dr. Brownlee looks forward to engaging with colleagues from across the nation in breakout sessions, hearing from leading experts, and contributing to impactful discussions that shape the future of our institutions.
For more information, please visit www.HACU.net
Dr. Mordecai Provides Keynote at Jobs for the Future Pathways to Prosperity National Institute
