Boettcher Foundation is launching Connect and Collaborate, quarterly virtual convenings for all members of the Boettcher community (Current Scholars, Scholar Alumni, Investigators, Fellows, etc.) to come together to learn about a quarterly topic, connect with each other, and collaborate on projects and issues together.
On November 15, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. we are holding our first Connect and Collaborate Convening. The topic will be advice on board service, and how to become more engaged in your own communities through board leadership. We will have speakers who will focus on pursuing service right after graduation, pursuing service while juggling a career and a family, and insights from a seasoned board member.
TO WATCH A RECORDING OF THE NOVEMBER 15 CONNECT AND COLLABORATE QUARTERLY CONVENING, PLEASE CLICK HERE AND USE PASSCODE *?GZ+*J3
The format will a brief presentation from each panelist followed by Q&A, and then we will move into breakout rooms where attendees can continue the discussion one-on-one on related topics that resonate with them. Please RSVP by COB on November 13. Once you RSVP, please hold the time on your calendar. The zoom meeting information will be sent to you as we approach the meeting date.
Kenzo Kawanabe is a fourth-generation Coloradan, 1990 Boettcher Scholar, and current Boettcher Foundation Trustee. He is regarded as one of the top civil trial lawyers representing businesses and individuals in high-stakes matters involving hundreds of millions of dollars. Mr. Kawanabe has significant experience in all types of large, complex cases, with a particular emphasis on intellectual property.
Gergana is a 2009 Boettcher Scholar from Palmer High School in Colorado Springs. She holds a B.A. and M.A. in International Studies from the University of Denver. Currently, she manages the Sié Center for International Security & Diplomacy at the Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. In this role, she supports responsible engagement initiatives that bridge theory and practice in global security, prosperity, and social justice. In addition, Gergana has a background in nonprofit program management, specifically in citizen diplomacy and international exchanges. She was a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant before the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly ended her program in March 2020.
Brian is a 1998 Boettcher Scholar. Brian Peagler is the Director of Finance Technology for FTD, the floral gifting company. Before joining FTD, Brian served as Chief Technology Officer of Freebird Stores, an omnichannel retailer of bespoke leather footwear and Director of Information Systems at goldbug, a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes infant and toddler apparel. In addition to his extensive ERP experience, Brian has launched several e-commerce businesses.
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 to come together to learn about a quarterly topic, connect with each other, and collaborate on projects and issues together.On November 15, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. we are holding our first Connect and Collaborate Convening. The topic will be advice on board service, and how to become more engaged in your own communities through board leadership. We will have speakers who will focus on pursuing service right after graduation, pursuing service while juggling a career and a family, and insights from a seasoned board member. TO WATCH A RECORDING OF THE NOVEMBER 15 CONNECT AND COLLABORATE QUARTERLY CONVENING, PLEASE CLICK HERE AND USE PASSCODE *?GZ+*J3The format will a brief presentation from each panelist followed by Q&A, and then we will move into breakout rooms where attendees can continue the discussion one-on-one on related topics that resonate with them. Please RSVP by COB on November 13. Once you RSVP, please hold the time on your calendar. The zoom meeting information will be sent to you as we approach the meeting date. Meet Our Speakers: Kenzo KawanabeKenzo Kawanabe is a fourth-generation Coloradan, 1990 Boettcher Scholar, and current Boettcher Foundation Trustee. He is regarded as one of the top civil trial lawyers representing businesses and individuals in high-stakes matters involving hundreds of millions of dollars. Mr. Kawanabe has significant experience in all types of large, complex cases, with a particular emphasis on intellectual property.He teaches at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and dedicates significant time to volunteer work, including board service for Colorado Legal Services and the Colorado Lawyers Committee. He serves on the Board of Governors for Colorado State University, and on the Board of Advisors for the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System. Mr. Kawanabe also is the former board chair of the Boettcher Foundation and the Denver Foundation, one of the nation’s largest community foundations. He served on the boards of the Sakura Foundation, Colorado Nonprofit Development Center, Community Resource Center, Barton Institute for Community Action, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice-AAJC.Gergana KostadinovaGergana is a 2009 Boettcher Scholar from Palmer High School in Colorado Springs. She holds a B.A. and M.A. in International Studies from the University of Denver. Currently, she manages the Sié Center for International Security & Diplomacy at the Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. In this role, she supports responsible engagement initiatives that bridge theory and practice in global security, prosperity, and social justice. In addition, Gergana has a background in nonprofit program management, specifically in citizen diplomacy and international exchanges. She was a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant before the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly ended her program in March 2020.Gergana enjoyed being involved in her school and community throughout high school and college. After graduating from DU, Gergana continued her community involvement by serving on the Boettcher Scholar Alumni Board, WorldDenver Young Professionals Board, and Pioneer Leadership Program Alumni Board. Gergana is part of the Global Shapers - Denver Hub Founding Committee and recently served as a mentor with Convivir Colorado. While in Bulgaria as a Fulbright Fellow, Gergana enjoyed coaching speech and debate and volunteering for the Bulgarian English Speech and Debate Tournaments (BEST) Foundation. Brian PeaglerBrian is a 1998 Boettcher Scholar. Brian Peagler is the Director of Finance Technology for FTD, the floral gifting company. Before joining FTD, Brian served as Chief Technology Officer of Freebird Stores, an omnichannel retailer of bespoke leather footwear and Director of Information Systems at goldbug, a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes infant and toddler apparel. In addition to his extensive ERP experience, Brian has launched several e-commerce businesses. A Denver native who grew up in the Montbello community, Brian graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and a Master of Business Administration. As a Boettcher Foundation Scholar alumnus, Brian has a great affinity for the foundation and its belief “in the promise of Colorado and potential of Coloradans”. He supports the foundation as the rising Board Chair of their Alumni Board. He is also the Past Chair of the University of Denver Alumni Council and Chair of the Colorado Enterprise Fund, the oldest Community Development Financial Institution in Colorado. &source=https://dmluoj0wft2i7.cloudfront.net/thumbnails/media_slide_16x9/cdn/images/63503aef99625.jpg "LinkedIn")
 to come together to learn about a quarterly topic, connect with each other, and collaborate on projects and issues together.On November 15, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. we are holding our first Connect and Collaborate Convening. The topic will be advice on board service, and how to become more engaged in your own communities through board leadership. We will have speakers who will focus on pursuing service right after graduation, pursuing service while juggling a career and a family, and insights from a seasoned board member. TO WATCH A RECORDING OF THE NOVEMBER 15 CONNECT AND COLLABORATE QUARTERLY CONVENING, PLEASE CLICK HERE AND USE PASSCODE *?GZ+*J3The format will a brief presentation from each panelist followed by Q&A, and then we will move into breakout rooms where attendees can continue the discussion one-on-one on related topics that resonate with them. Please RSVP by COB on November 13. Once you RSVP, please hold the time on your calendar. The zoom meeting information will be sent to you as we approach the meeting date. Meet Our Speakers: Kenzo KawanabeKenzo Kawanabe is a fourth-generation Coloradan, 1990 Boettcher Scholar, and current Boettcher Foundation Trustee. He is regarded as one of the top civil trial lawyers representing businesses and individuals in high-stakes matters involving hundreds of millions of dollars. Mr. Kawanabe has significant experience in all types of large, complex cases, with a particular emphasis on intellectual property.He teaches at the National Institute for Trial Advocacy and dedicates significant time to volunteer work, including board service for Colorado Legal Services and the Colorado Lawyers Committee. He serves on the Board of Governors for Colorado State University, and on the Board of Advisors for the Institute for the Advancement of the American Legal System. Mr. Kawanabe also is the former board chair of the Boettcher Foundation and the Denver Foundation, one of the nation’s largest community foundations. He served on the boards of the Sakura Foundation, Colorado Nonprofit Development Center, Community Resource Center, Barton Institute for Community Action, and Asian Americans Advancing Justice-AAJC.Gergana KostadinovaGergana is a 2009 Boettcher Scholar from Palmer High School in Colorado Springs. She holds a B.A. and M.A. in International Studies from the University of Denver. Currently, she manages the Sié Center for International Security & Diplomacy at the Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver. In this role, she supports responsible engagement initiatives that bridge theory and practice in global security, prosperity, and social justice. In addition, Gergana has a background in nonprofit program management, specifically in citizen diplomacy and international exchanges. She was a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant before the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly ended her program in March 2020.Gergana enjoyed being involved in her school and community throughout high school and college. After graduating from DU, Gergana continued her community involvement by serving on the Boettcher Scholar Alumni Board, WorldDenver Young Professionals Board, and Pioneer Leadership Program Alumni Board. Gergana is part of the Global Shapers - Denver Hub Founding Committee and recently served as a mentor with Convivir Colorado. While in Bulgaria as a Fulbright Fellow, Gergana enjoyed coaching speech and debate and volunteering for the Bulgarian English Speech and Debate Tournaments (BEST) Foundation. Brian PeaglerBrian is a 1998 Boettcher Scholar. Brian Peagler is the Director of Finance Technology for FTD, the floral gifting company. Before joining FTD, Brian served as Chief Technology Officer of Freebird Stores, an omnichannel retailer of bespoke leather footwear and Director of Information Systems at goldbug, a company that designs, manufactures, and distributes infant and toddler apparel. In addition to his extensive ERP experience, Brian has launched several e-commerce businesses. A Denver native who grew up in the Montbello community, Brian graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering and a Master of Business Administration. As a Boettcher Foundation Scholar alumnus, Brian has a great affinity for the foundation and its belief “in the promise of Colorado and potential of Coloradans”. He supports the foundation as the rising Board Chair of their Alumni Board. He is also the Past Chair of the University of Denver Alumni Council and Chair of the Colorado Enterprise Fund, the oldest Community Development Financial Institution in Colorado. "Facebook")