Amy Larson
Henderson,CO
Summary
Visionary results-driven executive | Experienced in strategic leadership, operational optimization, fiscal stewardship, and governance within complex business environments | Leads high-impact organizational change and builds collaborative stakeholder relationships to drive mission-aligned growth and performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer
Aligned Integration
02.2025 - Current
- Founder of integrated project consultancy
- Delivers project management so leaders can focus on their purpose
- Provides services in areas of: Client Growth, Organizational Strategy, Talent Cultivation, Meeting Management, and Resource Utilization
- Produces success by accomplishing aligned, integrated, and completed projects.
Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
Colorado and Denver Bar Associations
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed strategic direction, governance, and daily operations of two bar associations and related foundations, managing a combined $25M budget and serving over 16,000 members
- Led organizational realignment focused on mission and values integration across all departments
- Directed strategic planning initiatives and implemented operational optimization to enhance services
- Provided continuity of services through the COVID crisis with innovative remote and hybrid strategies
- Spearheaded governance modernization in bylaws revision, leadership selection, and award programs
- Represented the associations at statewide and national forums, enhancing influence and visibility
Principal Political Consultant & Policy Advisor
The Alex Group | Aponte & Busam | Brownstein Hyatt & Farber
01.2005 - 01.2018
- Delivered successful lobbying strategies for high-profile clients in education, business, and tech sectors
- Guided leadership teams through strategic initiatives, regulatory issues, and government relations
- Directed cross-functional efforts to support policy campaigns and influence public opinion
Director of Public Affairs
Storage Technology Corporation (StorageTek)
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Drove international, federal, and state legislative strategies towards business growth
- Negotiated land use and redevelopment projects with government entities and community stakeholders
- Developed partnerships through corporate giving, political contributions, and university alliances
- Served as trusted advisor to CEO on external relations and business-impacting policy
Executive Director
American Electronics Association
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Directed operations and strategic outreach for Silicon Valley and Mountain States Councils, representing over 2,800 tech companies
Marketing & Public Relations Manager
Price Waterhouse, LLP
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Oversaw regional marketing and communications for dispute analysis and corporate recovery services
Manager, Government Affairs
Institute of Certified Financial Planners (ICFP)
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Directed national advocacy and policy efforts for an $10M financial planning association
Education
MPA - Intergovernmental Management
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CABA - English, Political Science
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Organizational Strategy
- Operational Efficiency
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
Boards And Leadership
- Hope For Justice US Board, 01/01/23, Present
- Colorado Bar Association Executive Council, 01/01/20, 12/31/24
- Colorado Lawyer Board, 01/01/20, 12/31/24
- Metro Denver Network Board of Governors, 01/01/00, 12/31/05
- American Electronics Association Colorado Director, 01/01/01, 12/31/06
- YMCA Boulder Valley Board, 01/01/04, 12/31/06
- Colorado Chamber of Commerce Board, 01/01/01, 12/31/05
- Governor’s Task Force on Information Privacy, 01/01/02, 12/31/02
Software Skills
Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Zoom, Slack, CRM databases
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer
Aligned Integration
02.2025 - Current
Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
Colorado and Denver Bar Associations
01.2018 - 01.2024
Principal Political Consultant & Policy Advisor
The Alex Group | Aponte & Busam | Brownstein Hyatt & Farber
01.2005 - 01.2018
Director of Public Affairs
Storage Technology Corporation (StorageTek)
01.2000 - 01.2005
Executive Director
American Electronics Association
01.1997 - 01.2000
Marketing & Public Relations Manager
Price Waterhouse, LLP
01.1994 - 01.1997
Manager, Government Affairs
Institute of Certified Financial Planners (ICFP)
01.1993 - 01.1994
MPA - Intergovernmental Management
University of Southern California
BA - English, Political Science
University of Southern California
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