YPO Colorado is a highly engaged and inclusive chapter of the Young Presidents' Organization (YPO), founded in 1997. The chapter prides itself on its diversity of business and member-to-member connections, maintaining an intimate and exclusive membership capped at 70 members. YPO Colorado offers a variety of events and experiences aimed at enhancing leadership skills and fostering meaningful relationships among its members.
We are an engaged chapter that cultivates inspiring, impactful, and transformational experiences.
Applicants must be under 45 years old at the time of application.
Candidates should hold the top position in a qualifying company or division, such as President, Chair of the Board, CEO, Managing Director, or Managing Partner. They must be directly responsible for all operations of the company.
The company must meet specific size and complexity criteria, including:
Either have at least 50 full-time employees or have a minimum of 15 employees with a total annual employee compensation exceeding $2.5 million.
For sales, service, or manufacturing companies: at least $15 million in gross annual sales or turnover.
For financial institutions: average annual assets of at least $300 million.
For agencies: at least $12 million in gross annual fee income.
Additionally, YPO Colorado maintains an intimate and exclusive membership capped at 70 members, fostering a highly engaged and inclusive environment that emphasizes diversity in business and strong member-to-member connections.
"I joined YPO as a first-time entrepreneur - in fact I hadn’t even broken through to the executive ranks prior to starting my own company. I knew I needed help and a network to navigate the road ahead. In seven years we became the fastest growing company in the history of Colorado. As I reflect, easily the most important step in that journey was joining YPO Colorado."
Ben Wright
"YPO Colorado is dedicated to delivering an exceptional and engaging member experience. Through a holistic approach, members gain the tools to elevate their businesses, strengthen personal relationships, and grow as individuals. My journey with YPO has accelerated both my professional and personal growth—driven by a supportive community that champions lifelong learning and meaningful impact."
Erin Porteous
"When I first joined YPO, I was new to Denver and didn’t know anyone. I joined without fully understanding what it was, but it quickly became one of the best decisions I’ve made. Through Forum, I built deep friendships and found trusted support during major business decisions- including the sale of my company. Today, my Forum isn’t just a sounding board- they’ve become some of my closest friends and a core part of my life. My only regret is not having joined earlier in my career."
John Jardine
"The value of YPO extends beyond the four corners of Colorado. As a leader of a multinational company, I have found tremendous value in the network of YPO relationships I have developed all over the world. It has given me new perspective and appreciation on how to lead a global company!"
Jonathan Coors
