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Kelly brings over 20 years of strategic leadership in economic development to her role as President and CEO of the Longmont Economic Development Partnership. Her career includes executive positions with the City of Loveland, Warehouse Business Accelerator, NOCO Economic Development Corporation, and Innosphere, where she helped shape Northern Colorado’s innovation ecosystem.
An expert in regional strategy, industry engagement, and ecosystem building, Kelly managed $3.3 billion in capital investment prospects in 2023 and led efforts to enhance workforce readiness and cross-sector business growth. She has built impactful partnerships with stakeholders ranging from NASA and C-suite leaders to government officials.
A Colorado State University graduate, Kelly holds certifications in Economic Development Finance and Economic Development from the University of Oklahoma. She was named one of BizWest’s 50 Most Influential People in Northern Colorado in 2023. Committed to community and inclusive growth, Kelly has served on 20+ boards and committees, consistently advocating for business development, innovation, and a future-ready economy.
Kelly shares a blended family with her husband John and their 6 adult kids. When not at work they can be found on Carter Lake boating with friends and family.
Cindy Mackin is a seasoned professional with over 28 years of leadership in tourism-led growth, marketing, community engagement, and cross-sector partnerships. She has held executive roles with Visit Estes Park and the City of Loveland, where she advanced place-based economic strategies, secured more than $400,000 in state and federal grants, and drove a 200% increase in lodging tax revenue through innovative marketing, branding, and event development.
Cindy is one of the Co-founders of Visit Northern Colorado, a regional collaboration uniting destination marketing organizations to strengthen business attraction and regional competitiveness. Her expertise spans strategic planning, investor and stakeholder relations, event and placemaking strategy, and data-driven economic decision-making.
A graduate of Colorado State University with a B.S. in Applied Human Sciences, Cindy also holds the Certified Destination Management Executive credential from Destinations International. She has been recognized with the Colorado Tourism Office Governor’s Award, PRSA Business Person of the Year, and as a BizWest Woman of Distinction. She has served on multiple boards and committees, consistently contributing to regional economic advancement and community development.
With over a decade experience in education, program development, servant leadership, and community and investor relations, Phillip is a highly motivated and experienced creative with a passion for smart growth, inclusion, and prosperity in Longmont. Adept at balancing internal management with external impact and visibility, with a proven track record of building philanthropic relationships with community stakeholders and a wide range of industry partners.
Phillip and his wife, Jamie, moved to Longmont after having their daughter, Collette. Together, they enjoy the natural beauty, strong community, and thriving economy found in Longmont.
