Lawyers need to be aware of the business ecosystem in which they operate. The Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce is uniquely positioned to provide lawyers with an informed overview of the regional landscape—including current economic pressures such as commercial real estate shifts, workforce and talent-pipeline challenges, housing affordability, and infrastructure investment. The program will also address key topics in Denver’s civic dialogue, and participants will gain insight into legislative priorities, industry trends in energy and technology, and public programs expected to impact Denver in the first quarter of 2026 and beyond.

 The confirmed speakers for this program, which is pending approval for one general Continuing Legal Education credit in the state of Colorado, are as follows:

• J. J. Ament, President & CEO, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
• Leslie Oliver, VP of External Affairs, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
• Chad Williams, Partner, Davis Graham & Board of Directors Member, Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce (Moderator) 

Event Information
Tuesday, January 6
Lunch & Registration | 12:00 PM
Program | 12:30 – 1:30 PM

Event Location
Davis Graham
3400 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Denver, CO 80205

Join Davis Graham for a Clean Energy Counsel webinar, “Permitting Sites for Multiple-Use Renewable Energy Projects”.

This session will address the essential early-stage steps of securing and structuring land rights for utility-scale wind, solar PV, and battery-energy-storage projects. The presentation will offer a streamlined roadmap for tackling permitting considerations, site-control negotiations, and structuring multi-use leaseholds to optimize land efficiency.

The confirmed speakers for this program, which is pending approval for one General Continuing Legal Education credits in the state of Colorado, are as follows:

Mave Gasaway, Partner, Davis Graham
Kelsey Johnson, Associate, Davis Graham
Maria Oxman, Partner, Davis Graham

Event Information
Thursday, September 25
Program | 8-9 AM

Registration for this event has closed. Please email ellen.rohr@davisgraham.com

As the global demand for critical minerals accelerates, the mining industry is undergoing a profound transformation driven by innovation, sustainability, and digitalization. This high-level panel brings together thought leaders from advanced mining and mineral extraction companies at the forefront of the smart mining revolution. From breakthrough technologies in copper extraction and AI-driven exploration to automation and decarbonization at scale, our panelists will explore how next-generation tools are reshaping the value chain—from exploration and extraction to processing and ESG performance.

Join us for a dynamic discussion on:

• The role of AI, machine learning, and data analytics in mineral discovery and resource estimation
• Electrification, automation, and remote operations to reduce emissions and improve safety
• The future of sustainable mineral extraction and what “smart” means in different mining contexts
• Collaborations and capital investments fueling the next wave of mining innovation

The confirmed speakers for this program are as follows:

Almira Moronne, Partner, Davis Graham
Savannah Rice, Geoscience Technology Project Lead, Fortescue
Josh Serfass, Director of Corporate Development, VRIFY Technology Inc.
John Slaven, CEO, Jetti Resources

This edition of Energy Innovators Network is brought to you by CCIA and Davis Graham.

Event Information
Wednesday, October 8
Breakfast | 8:00 AM
Program | 8:30 – 9:30 AM

Event Location
Davis Graham
3400 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Denver, CO 80205

Registration for this event has closed. Please contact ellen.rohr@davisgraham.com

Join Davis Graham for a timely and essential briefing on SB24-205 and the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation in Colorado. In the wake of the legislature’s special session in August that will address potential amendments to SB24-205, this seminar will explain the impact of any action (or inaction) by the legislature and will otherwise deliver critical insights into the implementation and effects of Colorado’s first-in-the-nation comprehensive AI legislation, which is set to go into effect in February 2026. Designed for business leaders and legal professionals, this session will address how the new regulatory framework affects organizations developing or deploying AI solutions in sectors such as employment, finance, education, healthcare, and legal services. The seminar will also provide an overview of other emerging state and federal legislative initiatives shaping AI governance across the U.S.

The confirmed speakers for this program, which is pending approval for one General Continuing Legal Education credit in the state of Colorado, are as follows: 

• Mark Champoux, Partner, Davis Graham
• Elizabeth Horton, Senior Associate, Davis Graham
• Sterling LeBoeuf, Partner, Davis Graham
• Alex Paalborg, Of Counsel, Davis Graham

Click here learn more information about the Davis Graham Artificial Intelligence Group.

Event Information
Thursday, September 4
Program | 8-9 AM

Registration for this event has closed. Please contact ellen.rohr@davisgraham.com

Please join Davis Graham for a Zayo Group Client Appreciation Dinner at The Greenwich.

Event Information

Monday, September 15

Cocktails | 5pm
Davis Graham
3400 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Denver, CO 80205

Dinner | 6pm
The Greenwich
3258 Larimer St
Denver, CO 80205

Join Davis Graham for our Clean Energy Counsel Happy Hour!

Event Information
Thursday, October 16
Reception | 5 – 7 PM

Event Location
3400 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Denver, CO 80205

Registration for this event has closed. Please email ellen.rohr@davisgraham.com

Please join CIBC, Davis Graham, FMI Capital Advisors, Ironwood Capital, and RubinBrown for an M&A Denver Happy Hour at Del Frisco’s Grille in Cherry Creek on Wednesday, September 24.

Event Information
Wednesday, September 24
5:00 – 7:00 PM

Del Frisco’s Grille
100 St. Paul Street, Suite 140
Cherry Creek, Colorado 80206

Registration for this event has closed. Please contact ellen.rohr@davisgraham.com

Please join CBIZ & Davis Graham for a Happy Hour on August 27th.

Event Information
Wednesday, August 27th
5:00 – 7:00 PM

Paradigm River North
3400 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Denver, Colorado 80205

Register below:

As geothermal development gains momentum in the energy transition, developers, investors, and counsel must navigate a complex web of legal and commercial challenges. This webinar provides a practical overview of the geothermal project lifecycle, with a focus on lease structuring and navigating regulatory and financing hurdles in key U.S. markets.

Topics will include land acquisition strategies, geothermal estate ownership, water law considerations, well permitting, plant siting, power purchase agreements, and public utility issues, along with emerging opportunities involving co-located data centers. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how geothermal lease terms align with broader project development and commercialization milestones—and how to identify potential issues early that could delay project execution or complicate financing.

The confirmed speakers for this program, which is approved for one General Continuing Legal Education credits in the state of Colorado, are as follows:

Brian Annes, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
Andrea Bronson, Partner, Davis Graham
R.J. Colwell, Senior Associate, Davis Graham

Event Information
Thursday, August 28
Program | 8-9 AM