David M. Gross, PhD MBA, Treasurer

Originally from New York City, Dave moved to Boulder in 1995 and is a Teaching Professor of Finance at CU Boulder. Dave served as a board member and treasurer of a local women's clinic, board president and treasurer of a local arts center and has provided financial consulting services to many local nonprofits. Dave is deeply committed to Democratic principles and Democratic values and believes grassroots organizations like DWBC are the best way to create change. Dave enjoys skiing, cycling, hiking and attending music and theater performances - particularly with his wife and college and high-school aged children.

If you want a window in Carol's commitment to making the world a better place, just visit her blog, AFrenchAmericanLife.com.  You'll find her articulate, impassioned prose about issues that concern her greatly: gun violence, immigration, and parenting with compassion and love. As a physical therapist at medical clinics for the uninsured and a volunteer for Moms Demand Action, Carol is no stranger to community organization. She credits her success as an activist to her prowess in communicating, mobilizing, and motivating people from all walks of life. A dual US/French citizen, she likes traveling to Bretagne, hiking the Rockies, and playing basketball. Watch her elbows, she knows how to block out!

Dita Hutchinson, Board Member

Dita’s experience in the financial and non-profit sectors make her uniquely qualified to serve as our DWBC treasurer.  A self-described globalist, she has lived in many places around the world and is fluent in both Spanish and Portuguese.  Her international perspective translates to a deep concern about the climate crisis. A first-generation American of Chilean descent, Dita appreciates the opportunity she is afforded through DWBC to work with other committed progressives to keep Colorado trending blue and increase her impact through local activism.

Susan Boucher, Membership and Nominating Chair

When it comes to political activism, Susan has a stellar record. Previously a volunteer office manager for the Boulder County Dems, today she is a 15-year member of DWBC and chief of staff for Karen McCormick, House District 11. Strongly committed to Democrat values and principles, Susan finds inspiration when participating in the DWBC mission to educate and inspire voters. The organization enables her to reach a wide swath of voters in Boulder County communities. Susan balances her love of politics with other interests. The next time you encounter her at a DWBC get-together, ask her about dressage. Or the open book on her bedside table. Or even her favorite movie.

Sharon Conley, Member Support

It would be a gross understatement to say that Sharon has worn many hats; in fact, she can balance more headgear than a hat tree!  Before retiring in 2003 as a clinical psychologist, she applied her talents to community relations activities benefitting women, children and families in New Orleans and Kentucky. To chill out, Sharon loves to cook, exercise, garden, read, travel and hike, having recently walked coast to coast across England.  What keeps her involved with DWBC after 14 years? Sharon says she finds it a privilege to work with an outstanding, intelligent, active group of women who are passionate about working in positive ways to support constitutional democracy.

Jenn Dempsey, Meeting Hospitality Chair

Persistent. That’s how Jenn describes her greatest strength. When it comes to persistence, Jenn’s track record is solid. As a social policy analyst in New York City, she authored the first reform plan indicators report for the NYC child welfare system. Her perseverance helped raise millions of dollars for the United Way. Today, she is transitioning from social policy research to entrepreneurship, setting her sights on launching a study abroad program for neuro diverse college students. Jenn has a clear understanding of our organization’s role in the democratic process. “DWBC promotes the opportunity to hear what our elected officials are doing. Less apparent is how eager they are to hear what WE are thinking.” Jenn’s political activism is complemented by her passion for dance, cooking and impromptu travel.

Cathy Carlson, Board Member

As a national, state and local consultant, Cathy has substantial expertise in climate and energy policy, federal lands/water resources management, mining policy, and land use policies.  She also runs a Colorado initiative called Blueflower Action, raising funds to support pro-choice women candidates running for political office up and down the ballot.  Cathy’s superpower is putting people and money and ideas together.  As a new DWBC board member, Cathy wants to engage with an amazing group of women leaders (and a few good men and gender nonconforming individuals) and share her knowledge of how to raise women’s voices in politics. 

Cathy James, Communications

Cathy believes that the challenges we face around climate crisis, voting rights, racism, gun violence and reproductive rights require her to step up to protect democracy.  DWBC offers Cathy an opportunity to make a difference at the grass roots level. She finds that cycling on rail trails helps her maintain a balanced perspective during these tumultuous times.

Lisa Wade, Membership

A self-described life-long Democrat and social liberal, Lisa brings diverse volunteer and professional expertise to her DWBC board role. A powerhouse agent in the local real estate market, Lisa lends her sizable talents and energy to 100+ Women Who Care and Together Women Rise. She also serves as Federal Political Coordinator for the National Association of Realtors in Senator John Hickenlooper’s office. Lisa looks forward to continuing the hard work of making important changes to our political landscape with the DWBC. She works hard to enrich our lives today while protecting the future we all hand off to our children and grandchildren.