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Durango Herald: Community benefits from housing, child care focus

Durango Herald highlights importance of community-first approach when addressing critical challenges, applauding our work in workforce housing and early childcare access.

Newsline: The Hidden Cost of Childcare Gaps

Executive Director, Sarah Tober, details the hidden costs of our community’s childcare challenges.

La Plata County’s Childcare Strategic Investment Plan

The La Plata Early Childcare Strategic Investment Plan is officially here! This bold community-driven plan aims to expand access, support early childhood educators, and strengthen our local economy.

Newsline: AI Conference explores innovations, ethical challenges, and the future.

AI is already transforming local industry and sparking big conversations. FLC News shares highlights from the Four Corners AI Conference.

Newsline: Should more businesses offer employee ownership?

Heard at the 2024 Alliance Summit — “Should more businesses consider the employee ownership model?” Learn more.

Alliance staff meet with US Senator Hickenlooper

The Alliance team welcome US Senator Hickenlooper to Durango to discuss efforts in community development. Read more.

Newsline: Third Round of Catalyst Fund Awarded

The third round of the Housing Catalyst Fund assists 3 housing projects in La Plata County.

Press Release: 2024 Alliance Summit

The 2024 Alliance Summit is set to be a pivotal event of inspiration and education, gathering our region’s top leaders, thinkers, and innovators for the 17th consecutive year. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic program featuring thought-provoking discussions and engaging workshops, complimented by empowering messages from keynote speakers who exemplify this year’s theme elements.

Newsline: Mike French to Step Down

The Alliance is pleased to announce a planned leadership transition. After four impactful years with the organization, our Executive Director, Mike French, will be implementing a succession plan. Mike will be handing over the reins to our Deputy Director, Sarah Tober.

Press Release: Alliance Executive Director Transition

The Alliance Board is announcing the acceptance of a succession plan presented by our Executive Director, Mike French. The plan calls for Mike to transition out of the organization and be succeeded by Sarah Tober, our current Deputy Director, effective July 1, 2024.