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2025 Summit

Thriving Together:

Let's Live Well, Live Long, Live Uniquely

Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, Wheat Ridge, CO

March 7, 2025

The Summit was a transformative full-day experience designed to connect professionals from parks, recreation, public health, the built environment, libraries, and education to explore innovative approaches to improving quality of life. The summit will delve into the core elements of holistic health, longevity, and community connection, offering a collaborative space for cross-sector learning and actionable strategies. 

​​​Through expert-led sessions, interactive workshops, and hands-on demonstrations, attendees will discover how to create healthier, more vibrant communities by fostering well-being, promoting nutrition, and building environments that support long, fulfilling lives. Whether you’re focused on public spaces, education, or health initiatives, this event offers the tools and inspiration needed to make a lasting impact on the well-being of individuals and communities alike.

Full Summit Agenda

View the summit agenda with full descriptions and learning objectives. View Agenda Here. 

Speaker Contacts and Bios 

Enjoyed a presenter(s). Find their bios and contact info here. 

Summit Opening

Secrets of the Blue Zones, Fab 4, and Power 9 by Jo Burns

Thriving Together

Exploring the 1000 Neighborhood Gatherings Project by Thomas Thompson and Brian Kates

Designing Places

Designing Places of Belonging by Emmanuel Didier and Kate Davenport with Didier Designs.

Live Long

Live Long and Prosper with Libraries by Baily Wallace and Bridget Kiely with Jefferson County Public Library

Holistic Health

Holistic Health Programming: Nurturing Mind Body and Soul by Lexi Bulich with City of Lafayette

Work Smarter

 Work Smarter, Play Together: Building Resilience and Connection at Work by Ashley DePaulis with Embodied Success 

Innovative Spaces

Innovative Spaces: Creating Age-Friendly Outdoor Spaces for Longevity and Connection by Sue Paul with Senior Scapes, Inc. 

Plant Rich Meals

 Invitation to Explore Plant-Rich Meal Planning Strategies by Melinda Benz, RDN

Building Communities

Building Communities for Longevity, Connection and Purpose a Data Driven Approach by Russ Carson withCommunity Impact Collaborative

Arlo Soul

Visual Strategy + Innovation
Well-crafted Solutions that are part of your plan. Making the Summit come to life visually. 

Longer Tables

Cultivating Humanity Through Connection + Belonging. Hosting Transformational Experiences, Equipping and Partnerships. 

Sponsors and Partners