BEL Commission
The vision of the Business Experiential-Learning (BEL) Commission is to integrate experiential learning opportunities into Colorado's talent development network.
BEL Commission Guiding Objectives 2022-2024
Improve processes, remove barriers & develop training
- Year 1: Simplify process for employers to engage in work-based learning (WBL)
- Map opportunities for employers to get started offering WBL
- Secure funds to define a statewide WBL support model
- Promote engagement opportunities tied to Governors Apprenticeship Executive Order
Assess value and improve data collection
- Year 1: Define quality standards for the WBL Continuum and assess availability of quality programs
- Develop and publish quality standards across the continuum
- Identify what data exists and is publicly available to assess quality Identify gaps in data
Communicate & Engage
- Year 1: Develop clear messaging and case studies
- Develop key messages to speak to the broader Economic Development for the community
- Capture anecdotes & stories from those who chose alternate pathways.
- Highlight earning potential of careers straight out of high school vs. college
- Provide case studies, testimonials & lessons learned from participation
- BEL Commission Members
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BEL Commissioners are appointed by the Governor to serve an initial term of 2-3 years. Subsequent terms are two years long.
Noel David Ginsburg, Chair. Founder and CEO, CareerWise Colorado
Joe Barela. Executive Director, Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
Angie Paccione, Ph.D. Executive Director, Colorado Department of Higher Education
Katy Anthes, Ph.D. Commissioner of Education, Colorado Department of Education
Eve Lieberman, Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Lee Wheeler-Berliner. Managing Director, Colorado Workforce Development Council
Joe Garcia. Chancellor, Colorado Community College System
Alex Marrero, Ed.D. Superintendent, Denver Public Schools
Dharam Patel. Principal, The Patel Group LLC
Helen Young Hayes. Founder/CEO, Activate Workforce Solutions
Gerald Arnold. Business Manager/Financial Secretary-Treasurer, Denver Pipefitters Local #208
Gregory Meyers. Managing Director, Global Executive Hiring, Brillio
Karen Perham-Lippman. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Director, Jensen Hughes
Ken Haptonstall. Executive Director, Colorado River BOCES
Yvonne Myers. Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce
Michael Truitt. President, Carbon Neutral Group
Lawrence Wagner. CEO & Founder, Spark Mindset
- BEL Committees
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The BEL Commission has two committees comprised of BEL Commission members and representatives from other organizations.
Advocacy Committee:
The advocacy committee drafts and signs off on briefing statements for state and federal bills and policy relevant to the BEL Commission.Marketing Committee:
The marketing committee advises on the development of a strategic communications plan that builds awareness, adoption, and support for the experiential learning system. - Executive Orders
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B 2018-012 Amending Executive Order B 2016-001 Regarding the Business Experiential Learning Commission
B 2016-001 Amending Executive Order B 2015-004 Regarding the Business Experiential Learning Commission
B 2015-004 Creating the Business Experiential Learning CommissionExecutive Order to appoint members - June 2022
Executive Order to appoint members - September 2021
Executive Order to appoint members - November 2020
Executive Order to reappoint members - June 2020
Meeting Dates & Materials
- June 6, 2023
- April 4, 2023
- February 7, 2023
- December 6, 2022
- October 4, 2022
- August 2, 2022
- June 7, 2022
- December 7, 2021
- October 5, 2021
- August 3, 2021
- June 8, 2021
- April 6, 2021
- February 2, 2021
- December 1, 2020
- October 6, 2020
- August 4, 2020
- June 2, 2020
- April 7, 2020
- February 4, 2020
To access meeting materials and executive orders prior to February 2020, please contact cwdc@state.co.us
2023 Meeting Calendar
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: NOCO | In Person On-site visit | Agenda
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Location: CDLE, 633 17th St., Denver | Zoom Link
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Location: CDLE, 633 17th St., Denver | Zoom Link
Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Location: CDLE, 633 17th St., Denver | Zoom Link
Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Time: 8:00am - 9:30am
Location: CDLE, 633 17th St., Denver | Zoom Link