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MISSION

We empower state legislative leaders of color through premier leadership training and nonpartisan policy collaboration, ensuring a more representative and effective governance for all.

VISION

We envision a nationwide network of inspired legislative leaders of color who shape equitable policy, foster collaborative progress, and redefine excellence in public service.

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The First Initiative of Its Kind in the Nation

The Legislative Leadership Center is a nonpartisan, Colorado-based nonprofit standing at the forefront of national policy and leadership. We serve as the premier initiative dedicated exclusively to bridging gaps and elevating state legislative leaders of color across the United States. Through authoritative guidance and a mission-driven approach, we foster an environment where leadership thrives, and national impact is realized through bipartisan collaboration.

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Empowering the Pillars of State Governance

Senate President and Speaker of the House

Partnering with presiding officers who balance procedural authority, public visibility, and high‑stakes decision‑making on behalf of their states.

Caucus Leadership

Connecting majority and minority leaders focused on bipartisan solutions and strategic statehouse advancement.

Senate President Pro Tempore

Partnering to deepen leadership capacity, navigate high‑stakes decisions, and expand their impact nationwide.

 Speaker Pro Tempore 

Equipping leaders with the tools to balance procedural expertise, coalition‑building, and high‑impact policy leadership.

Our Leadership

The Legislative Leadership Center is guided by a diverse coalition of veteran legislators and strategic advisors committed to bipartisan excellence and institutional legacy.

Founders

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Colorado Senate President 
James Coleman 

Executive Director

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Brittany Joyce
Executive Director

Board of Directors

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Peter Groff
Former Colorado Senate President
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Former Colorado Senate President
Peter Groff
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Terrance Carroll
Former Colorado Speaker of the House 
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Dr. Angie Paccione
former Majority Leader of the Colorado House of Representatives
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Khadija Haynes
Political strategist
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