Colorado Real Estate Journal - March 16, 2016

Morgan to serve as co-chair of Colorado Energy Coalition

The Metro Denver Economic Development Corp. named Heidi Morgan, manager of government affairs for Black Hills Corp., to a leadership role in its industry affiliate the Colorado Energy Coalition. Morgan will serve a two-year term as co-chair of the CEC, joining current Co-Chair Chris Hansen, founder of Hansen Advisors, and succeeding outgoing CoChair John Armstrong, CEO of Enserca LLC.

With more than 20 years of progressive public policy experience in the energy industry, Morgan focuses primarily on utility and oil and gas issues at Black Hills Corp.

“The CEC embodies the diverse energy culture that is the livelihood of Colorado’s economy,” said Morgan. “I look forward to working with the members of the coalition in support of economic success for the entire energy sector, which is so vital to our state’s long-term prosperity.” With her background in the energy industry, Morgan has been highly engaged in the CEC as a member the Public Policy Committee. This working group drafts the Federal Policy Brief on Energy, an annual document that provides Colorado's federal delegation with data and information on energy issues, as well as a call to action to create a coherent and stable national energy policy.

“The depth of knowledge and counsel Heidi has brought to the CEC’s Public Policy Committee has positioned our Federal Policy Brief as a valued document to our congressional delegation as they develop policy that supports energy innovation and job creation in Colorado,” said Hansen. “I am excited to work with Heidi on various CEC initiatives that will expand Colorado’s role as a vital contributor to the worldwide energy economy.” Morgan holds a Bachelor of Arts in international studies from the University of South Alabama and a Master of Arts in American government from the American University.