Leadership Beyond
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About Brande
My work has always been rooted in one belief: strong communities are built when people are heard, supported, and empowered to thrive. Throughout my career in public service, government relations, and community advocacy, I have been committed to bridging systems and people — ensuring that policies, programs, and institutions work for those they are meant to serve.
Our neighborhoods are rich in culture, resilience, and possibility, and yet too often left out of city decision-making. I am running for Denver City Council to change that — to ensure our voices shape the policies that impact our daily lives.
I have spent over a decade in public service working inside Denver’s systems, not just observing them from the outside. I know how City Hall works — and where it doesn’t.
I have led statewide efforts supporting foster youth transitioning to adulthood, ensuring policies passed at the Capitol translate into real outcomes for young people. This work has reinforced my belief that governments must be responsive, transparent, and centered on people, not paperwork.
I was raised in a working-class family where my parents worked two jobs and my grandparents taught me the value of hard work, perseverance, and doing a lot with a little. From their farm in rural Georgia, they showed me what it means to sacrifice, stretch limited resources, and still believe deeply in opportunity — sending all five of their children to college. Raised in Colorado, Denver is where I grew up, built my career, and built community — where I’ve lived, worked, and played, and where my values were put into practice. I am a Denverite, and I believe loving this city means showing up for it. That’s how I approach representing District 11 — from Montbello to Gateway, Parkfield, and Green Valley Ranch — by listening first, translating community priorities into policy, and fighting for the equitable investment and representation Far Northeast Denver deserves.
Earlier in my career, I worked for Denver City Council, where I was at the intersection of policy and people. I helped residents navigate city systems, supported legislation related to housing, public safety, economic development, and youth employment, and collaborated across departments to strengthen neighborhoods citywide. This experience gave me a deep, working knowledge of local government — and a clear understanding of where systems succeed and where they must do better.
Leading With Purpose and Partnership
My commitment to community extends beyond my professional roles. I am proud to have served on several boards and commissions, including One Colorado, the Denver Mayor’s African American Commission, the Denver Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and Prodigy Ventures. I also participate in regional leadership initiatives focused on health, environmental justice, and community-centered design. I hold a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Journalism and Public Relations, a combination that has shaped both how I lead and how I communicate. I believe leadership is not about authority, but about accountability, collaboration, and the courage to improve systems that fall short.
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