EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children

This week, EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children President and CEO Nicole Riehl joined Arvada Chamber Of Commerce President Kami Welch and Common Sense Institute Colorado's Coors Economic Mobility Fellow Tamra Ryan for a virtual briefing on Unlocking Work: Impacts of Improving Access to Affordable Child Care. We appreciate the opportunity provided by the Common Sense Institute to discuss key trends, data insights, and policy initiatives addressing child care access. 📑 View the full report below.

Congratulations to Kathleen Merritt, Executive Director of Bright Futures, and Paul Major, EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children Founding Member and President & CEO of Rural Homes and PARADOX COMMUNITY TRUST. Kathleen and Paul were both honored and celebrated at the El Pomar Foundation Night of Excellence Gala, where they received the Russell T. Tutt Leadership and Service Award and the Ben S. Wendelken Trusee Award, respectively. We appreciate the valuable work they do to support families and communities across #Colorado!

In collaboration with the Childcare KAPS Council, the Arvada Chamber Of Commerce recently launched the Employer Childcare Toolkit. This toolkit offers data, tools and resources to help expand child care options for Jefferson County’s workforce. The Childcare KAPS Council, including EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children's Alethea Gomez, is composed of business and community leaders focused on solutions that support caregivers in joining or rejoining the workforce and give children access to quality early learning experiences. Learn more about the Childcare KAPS Council and the Employer Childcare Toolkit from Arvada Chamber Of Commerce below.

Don't miss a special virtual child care briefing this Thursday, October 31, at 10 a.m. MST. Hear from EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children President and CEO Nicole Riehl, Arvada Chamber Of Commerce President Kami Welch and Common Sense Institute Colorado Coors Economic Mobility Fellow Tamra Ryan, as they discuss the latest trends, data and policy initiatives in child care. ✉️ RSVP to info@csinsituteco.org or register for free below. https://ow.ly/n83150TVUue

EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children is seeking a qualified subcontractor to provide community engagement services for a Child Care Feasibility Study at the Denver International Airport - City & County of Denver Dept of Aviation (DEN). This study aims to develop effective child care solutions for DEN employees by addressing their needs and concerns. The successful subcontractor will play a key role in reaching a diverse population and achieving our goals, including: 💬 Fostering Multilingual Employee Engagement 🤝 Strengthening Community Partnerships If your organization has the expertise to facilitate impactful community engagement, we encourage you to submit your proposal below. https://ow.ly/YmpV50TUXqn Let's work together to create a solution that benefits DEN employees and the broader community!

Children's Hospital Colorado was recently recognized as one of the top children's hospitals in the nation. As a leading nonprofit pediatric healthcare system, it is committed to improving children's health through patient care, education, research, and advocacy. EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children proudly recognizes Children's Colorado and the contributions of EPIC Board and Executive Members, including Children's Colorado President and CEO Jena Hausmann and Senior Vice President Suzy Jaeger, for their leadership and dedication to helping all children and families thrive in #Colorado.

EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children members are leading the charge in advancing early childhood care and education. Our Network and Executive Members represent a prestigious alliance of influential leaders in education, wealth management, hospitality, technology and more. Together, we're committed to providing innovative tools, strategies, and policy solutions that empower businesses to develop, recruit, and retain the workforce. Learn how your membership can support our mission below.

EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children was honored to participate as a panelist at the Alaska Business Conference in Fairbanks, hosted by the Alaska Chamber. We engaged in insightful discussions on housing and child care needs with Akis Gialopsos, Deputy Executive Director of the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) and Commissioner Heidi Hedberg from the Alaska Department of Health. Special thanks to Stacy Barnes of the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) for facilitating the conversation. Even far from home, we were pleased to see familiar faces—Kati Capozzi and the Chamber team gave us a warm #Alaska welcome. We look forward to returning and continuing our support for child care initiatives across the Interior and beyond!

Employers nationwide are working to address the child care crisis that prevents many families from joining the workforce. General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works in #Maine is a prime example, using workforce development funds to support child care for its employees. Learn more from the Bangor Daily News about how businesses are stepping up to tackle child care challenges.

At EPIC, Executives Partnering to Invest in Children, we know that a well-supported child care sector increases workforce participation and promotes long-term economic growth. Learn from National League of Cities about 4 key ways local governments can support the early childhood workforce and businesses.