Colorado SunFest Panel: Beyond the Trail
The Colorado Sun welcomes thought leaders to Colorado Sunfest 2025, Friday, May 16th, 2025. Tickets available at coloradosun.com.
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When: 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Where: SIE 2015
Jason Blevins will be chatting with experts about the challenges and opportunities facing the outdoor recreation industry in Colorado. Managing recreation through partnerships and supporting local businesses.
Moderator: Jason Blevins, Colorado Sun Outdoors Reporter
Conor Hall
director of Colorado Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry
Conor was appointed by Governor Jared Polis to lead the state’s Office of Outdoor Recreation Industry in 2022. Prior to that, he served as the Director of Conservation Strategies, Policy and Advocacy in the West for the Trust for Public Land (TPL).
Becky Leinweber
executive director of Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance
Becky Leinweber has served as PPORA’s executive director since 2017. PPORA’s mission is to strengthen the outdoor recreation industry for the Pikes Peak region through leadership and collaboration.
Becky also co-owns Angler’s Covey in Colorado Springs with her husband, David, where she instructs women’s fly fishing classes and camps and founded and co-leads Pikes Peak Women Anglers, a local fly fishing club.
Annelise Loevile
CEO of Icelandic Skis
Annelise is the CEO of Icelandic Skis. Annelise grew up in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and spent her childhood outside exploring the world and adventuring in her backyard. A childhood friend of Ben and Travis, she naturally gravitated to the idea of starting a ski company, and many moons later, is still here. As CEO, Annelise takes pride in creating a work environment that is safe, open, healthy, and poised for growth. Outside of running Icelantic, Annelise finds joy in exploring nature with her friends and dog, Louie, gardening, practicing herbalism, cooking, dancing and singing loud.
Join the conversation with on social media with the hashtag #SunFest2025.
