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17-year-old Yolanda Renee King shares her experiences, hopes and dreams with Pikes Peak Women. She sat down with us in a hotel lobby in downtown Colorado Springs on the eve of Martin Luther King Day 2026, where Yolanda was scheduled to be the keynote speaker. She is the only grandchild in the MLK legacy. Think about this. She is taking charge with her generation to lead the way on equity, climate change, education and ending gun violence. At 15, she wrote a children's book and last year started a nonprofit focused on taking action and getting engaged in community change and leadership. Pikes Peak Woman Melissa Marts shares this interview with another 17-year-old, Eve Walker, daughter of Pikes Peak Woman Deb Walker, to ensure these young voices are sharing their hopes and dreams for a united future. We want to thank the Pikes Peak Diversity Council and newly organized MLK Legacy Preservation Society for help in this momentous opportunity. MORE: We Dream a World: Carrying the Light from My Grandparents – Yolanda Renee King’s book https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/124932718-we-dream-a-world Realize the Dream - Nonprofit founded by Yolanda and her parents https://www.realizethedream.org/ Meet Martin Luther King Jr.'s Only Grandchild Yolanda Renee King! All About the Young Activist (and Why She Still Feels His ‘Presence’ Despite Never Meeting) – People Magazine story https://people.com/all-about-martin-luther-king-jr-granddaughter-8763562 We’ve got another great episode coming to you soon! Be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Reach out to us on Facebook, comment at this episode’s webpage, or send an email to let us know what you thought of today’s episode. Pikes Peak Women on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen/ Pikes Peak Women on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pikes_peak_women/ Email: [email protected] Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort.

Many women care about Colorado Springs but hesitate to step into leadership roles. In this episode, Sarah Jack talks about her path into civic engagement, what motivated her to get involved in public policy, and how she learned to lead without waiting for permission or perfection. Her story speaks to anyone who has ever wondered whether their voice truly matters in local democracy. We’ve got another great episode coming to you soon! Be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Reach out to us on Facebook, comment at this episode’s webpage, or send an email to let us know what you thought of today’s episode. Pikes Peak Women on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen/ Pikes Peak Women on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pikes_peak_women/ Email: [email protected] Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort.

Three new co-hosts for the podcast discuss the past, present and future for Pikes Peak Women. Beth Roalstad, Melissa Marts and Brenda Morrison honor the initial host of Elevating Pikes Peak Women, Mary Lou Makepeace, and the original founders of Pikes Peak Women – including Brenda’s mom, Marcy Morrison. They also discuss what Pikes Peak Women hope to do in 2026, including podcast topics and quarterly in-person events. The bottom line: an invitation to get involved in the community, and the support to do it.  They also invite all the women listening to provide feedback and ideas. To provide that feedback, post a comment on this episode’s web page at https://studio809podcasts.com/get-involved-get-engaged/ We’ve got another great episode coming to you soon! Be sure to follow the podcast so you don’t miss an episode. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Reach out to us on Facebook, comment at this episode’s webpage, or send an email to let us know what you thought of today’s episode. Pikes Peak Women on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen/ Pikes Peak Women on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pikes_peak_women/ Email: [email protected] Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort.

In this bilingual podcast, Mayor Edith Escarcega, from the Colorado Springs Sister City Nuevos Casas Grandes in Chihuahua Mexico, talks about her path, at 40, to be the second woman mayor of her town. She discusses what a Sister City program is, what the priorities for her Mexican community are, how women and families are valued in her region and what brought her to Colorado Springs for her second visit. This recording was made possible with the support of Viva Marketing and Pikes Peak Women member Moni Hernandez, as she brought not only Mayor Edith to the attention of Pikes Peak Women but also another wildly successful Fiestas Patrias to the region to kick off Hispanic Heritage month 2025 from September 15 to October 15. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: https://www.pikespeakwomen.com/ https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen/ https://www.instagram.com/pikes_peak_women/

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to continue to discuss how Non-Profits in Colorado Springs are coming together...  On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with Nate Springer from Care & Share Food Bank, Melissa Marts from Pikes Peak Agency on Aging, and Jayme Holligan from Silver Key and hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss how Ukraine and Colorado Springs are coming together...   On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with Yana Malyk, Whitney Luckett, and Jen Dorff of Ukraine Power hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the homeless response in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with the The Chief of Community Development and Homelessness Response Aimee Cox, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us Aimee Cox as the new Chief of Community Development and Homelessness Response.

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about how the recent federal funding cuts are impacting essential services for Colorado Springs non-profit. We have leaders, Beth Roalstad from Homeward Pikes Peak, Becky Treece from The Place and Cami Bremer from Pikes Peak United Way hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss Immigration issues in Colorado Springs...   On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the worry of immigration with Hannah Martin and Stephanie Izaguirra, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the the role of County Commissioner in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and with some women running for office, Dr. Detra Duncan and Naomi Lopez with Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the voting in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and with some women running for office, Liz Rosenbaum, Kat Gayle, Amy Paschal and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the voting in Colorado Springs... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about the upcoming election and the safety and security of your vote with County Clerk Steven Schleiker and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Business Month... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about our city, the Black Chamber of Commerce and Black business month with President of the Colorado Springs Black Chamber of Commerce, Kimberly Gold and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing about our city and the plans for it's future with our Mayor,Yemi Mobolade and Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us

On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're sitting down to discuss the refugee issues in Colorado Springs from a unique perspective... On today's Elevating Pikes Peak Women, we're conversing with Executive Director of Imagination Celebration, Deborah Thornton about her work in Colorado Springs and beyond, hosted by Mary Lou Makepeace, a former Colorado Springs City Council member and Mayor of Colorado Springs herself. Subscribe for more episodes, and reach out to us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PikesPeakWomen or Email Us and let us know what you thought of today's episode. We're on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and many other platforms. We've got another great episode coming to you soon! Make sure to subscribe! Elevating Pikes Peak Women is produced by Pikes Peak Women. Our mission is to provide a platform where women in the Pikes Peak region can become engaged and discuss civic issues about which they care deeply. We’ve provided platforms to address healthcare reform, pay equity, community innovation, and investment, along with facilitating the meaningful contribution of women at all levels of business, government, and community. Issues may include women’s health and safety, challenges with career and family, or the actions of politicians for or against women’s rights. While such issues may be emotionally charged, we expect and maintain civility among all. We are committed to the deliberate recruitment and support of women in leadership positions and actively work on issues that make a difference. Pikes Peak Women is an independent organization, coordinated by volunteer effort. Learn more at: Pikes Peak Women Website Pikes Peak Women on Facebook Pikes Peak Women on Instagram Email Us