Chair: Mathew Hogan
Matt is an attorney with the law firm of Sherman & Howard, where he specializes in public financing. He was board chair from 2003-2008, during which time he helped transform DCAC from a small and struggling nonprofit into a two-building assessment and treatment center with a growing reputation. As an “unsung hero who has done extraordinary things to make the city a better place,” Matt was named one of Denver’s “150” in honor of the city’s 150th birthday in 2008.
Vice Chair: Benjamin S. Walton
Ben graduated from Choate Rosemary Hall before attending Georgetown University. He earned his ENVD in Architecture from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1997. In addition to sitting on the DCAC's Board of Directors, Ben is also a Director on the Walton Family Foundation Board and the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas.
Ben was a member of the Founding Committee of "City Year Denver", a non-profit that unites young people of all backgrounds for a year of full-time service, giving them the skills and opportunities to change the world. He is Board Member Emeritus of Sustainable Settings.
His work with The Walton Family Foundation involves addressing K-12 national education reform, economic development in the Delta Region of Arkansas and Mississippi, and conservation of sensitive marine and freshwater environments.
Ben and his wife, Lucy Ana, reside in Denver with their two daughters. They enjoy mountain biking, skiing and addressing environmental issues and advocating for children traumatized by abuse and violence.
Treasurer: Jen Eiteljorg
Jennifer is a shareholder in Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck's Real Estate Group where she represents lenders and borrowers in commercial loan transactions, acquisitions, dispositions and loan restructuring. Jennifer is originally from Philadelphia, and she is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and Colorado. She is a member of the Colorado Women's Bar Association and the Denver Bar Association, and lives with her husband and two children in Stapleton.
Secretary: Kim Roberts
MEMBERS
Debbie Besaw
Debbie has been in business-to-business marketing for the past 15 years and has worked in technology marketing with EMC since 1999. She currently leads program and field marketing for EMC’s global consulting division. As a DCAC board member since 2002, Debbie has served in various roles in the areas of fund raising, public relations, marketing, and branding.
Ledge Brady
Now president of his own company, Stafford Construction, Ledge began his career in 1973 after graduating from Colorado College with a degree in mathematics. He learned the business from the ground up, beginning as a carpenter framing condominiums, and progressing to complex projects such as nationally registered historic buildings in Larimer Square, retail centers, industrial developments, medical buildings and surgery centers, and multi-family housing.
Amy Brimah
Amy has been a transactional attorney since 2000 and has been a member-manager of her firm, Brimah & Eisenhuth, since 2006. She currently represents a number of businesses and individuals in a variety of real estate and corporate transactions. Amy joined the board in 2001 and is currently serving as secretary.
Todd Filsinger
As an interim executive leader hired to turn companies around and lead them through difficult situations, Todd Filsinger has guided several utilities through industry restructuring, developed complex strategies for utilities and renewable energy companies, and has been involved with the restructuring of a majority of merchant power companies. He has also led and managed some of the largest trading operations in the United States. Additionally, Todd has assisted commodity-based businesses and has helped both regulated and merchant utilities across the United States in the areas of strategy, regulatory compliance and filings, asset divestiture and capital allocation techniques. Currently Todd is the owner of Filsinger Energy Partners, an energy advisory and investment firm.
David Fisher
Division Chief David Fisher was appointed in 2003 by Denver Police Chief Whitman to lead the Criminal Investigations Division. As division chief he manages the Crimes Against Persons Bureau, Property Crimes Bureau, Crime Laboratory Bureau and Vice/Drug Control Bureau. David joined the Denver Police Department in 1986. He is a Denver resident and holds a bachelors of science degree.
Caleb Hester
Caleb is currently the Vice-President at FirstBank West in Lakewood. A Colorado native, Caleb earned his Bachelor's of Science Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and a Minor in Economics from Colorado State University in 2006. He is very active with Denver 20/30 Children's Foundation, serving as the Treasurer of that organization (a supporter of DCAC). He has also been involved with Junior Achievement as a classroom teacher working with K-12 students to teach financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work readiness. Caleb has a real passion for kids and is both pleased and impressed with the fine work he sees at DCAC.
In his own words, "I believe that the best investment a person can make is in a child. The return is unlimited. That is the motivation behind my philanthropic involvement. Through Denver Active 20/30, I have developed a strong fundraising mindset and understand its importance to the success of a charity. As a board member, I hope to bring a fresh perspective as a result of my work with Denver 20/30, my financial experience at FirstBank and a positive attitude and energy to assist DCAC in reaching its goals."
Karen Loeb
Karen is currently teaching leadership classes for undergraduates and MBA students at the Daniels School of Business, University of Denver. Karen holds master’s and doctorate degrees in human development from Harvard University. Her 29-year career covers both academics and industry, and her volunteer involvement includes her local synagogue and Jewish day school, the Colorado Ballet, and numerous Rotary activities.
Floyd Trujillo
Floyd has been an active member of the Oil and Gas Community for over thirty years. Since joining the board in 2002, he has combined his marketing expertise and history of working with his peers in oil and gas industry to introduce the DCAC to many new supporters. Floyd has played a key role in generating funding from the Oil and Gas Community in support of the DCAC's new house. Floyd also served as treasurer and was previously awarded with the Outstanding Board Member award for his efforts. Floyd's prior contributions include writing, funding and co-producing a public service announcement that can be viewed by
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Casey Tynan
Casey is an associate producer in the Commercial Lines unit of the Van Gilder insurance company with expertise in the automotive industry, restaurants and distributorships. A native of Colorado, Casey is dedicated to providing his network of insurance clients with the highest level of customer service—and he brings that same commitment to his volunteer board service with DCAC. Casey graduated from the University of Northern Colorado with a Bachelor of Arts degree.

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