Boulder Tomorrow Names New Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 17, 2007
CONTACT: Judy W. Bigger (judy@bouldertomorrow.com)
Office: 303-449-0228
May 17, 2007- Boulder, CO - Boulder Tomorrow, a non profit professional organization of business and community leaders whose goal is to champion strategic thinking and intelligent decision-making on issues important to the Boulder community, named its new Executive Director, Judy W. Bigger, who was selected following an extensive and thorough executive search process.
Judy W. Bigger will replace Earl McLaughlin, who will retire from the organization in May, after serving as its president since 1999. Bigger joins Boulder Tomorrow after 15-years in sales, marketing and nonprofit administration. Her diversified career includes work with companies and organizations including Flatirons Solutions Corporation, Cohn Marketing Group, The Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Promise Hotel Companies.
"I was drawn to Boulder Tomorrow because of its commitment to the future of Boulder's business community and its dedication to strategic informed advocacy on local issues," said Bigger. "The mission, the philosophy and the values of the organization all add up to a group of professionals and community leaders who care deeply about Boulder's business community; who intelligently evaluate the issues, and offer creative solutions."
"Judy brings a high level of professionalism, business experience, as well as great energy and enthusiasm to Boulder Tomorrow, we are delighted to have her as our new Executive Director," said Lou DellaCava, Boulder Tomorrow's Chairman. "At the same time, we thank Earl McLaughlin for his tireless work in leading the organization's advocacy on numerous pivotal issues over the years. We wish him well in his retirement."
Most recently, Boulder Tomorrow led opposition to voter Initiative 2A, which would have required voter approval for many city annexations. The organization also has published positions on Boulder's retail strategy, greenhouse gas reduction plan, and budget challenges.
About Boulder Tomorrow
Boulder Tomorrow is a nonprofit, nonpartisan professional organization of business and community leaders who advocate for the future of the Boulder community. Boulder Tomorrow actively monitors and researches local issues, provides information to its members and the community, and offers creative solutions. The organization champions open dialogue, strategic thinking and intelligent decision-making above political polarization. For more information, please contact Judy W. Bigger at 303-449-0228.
