2025 Ft. Collins Distinguished Citizen Celebration

Fueling the Future of Scouting

Honoring 

Ann Hutchison

Thursday, May 1, 2025
at Fort Collins Hilton 425 W. Prospect Ave.
5:30pm Registration & Cocktail Hour
6:00pm Dinner & Program

RSVP: April 21st

Entertainment:  Multiple Speakers, Eagle of the Year, Entertainment, Live Auction, Paddle Raiser, Heads & Tail, Stump the Scout, Live Auction, & Amazing Prizes

 

Ann Hutchison is a dynamic leader with a strong background in community engagement and communications. With a double major B.A. in Speech Communication and Journalism & Mass Communications from the University of Northern Colorado, Ann began her career as a county extension agent for 4-H in Kansas before transitioning into marketing for a regional CPA firm.

Returning to Fort Collins in 2003, Ann joined the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, rising through the ranks to become President & CEO in 2021. She has played a pivotal role in shaping business-friendly policies, supporting leadership programs, and driving the Chamber’s strategic vision.

Recognized as a Northern Colorado Business Report Woman of Distinction and featured in BizWest's Most Influential list, Ann's leadership has earned her numerous accolades, including the WACE Staff Member of the Year award. A Certified Association Executive (CAE) and ACCE Economic Fellow, she continues to advocate for economic growth and community advancement.

Ann lives in Fort Collins, cheering on Colorado State University sports and staying involved in local initiatives that strengthen her community.  

The Adventure West Council, Scouting America, is proud to recognize Ann Hutchison as the Distinguished Citizen for her outstanding accomplishments.

 

The Distinguised Citizen Celebration benefits the local Adventure West Council, Scouting America serving youth in the communities of Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, and Estes Park.

 

SCOUT - $1000 (sponsorship only - seats upon request)

• Name/logo featured on event signage
• Recognition in event program
• Ackowledgement during event
• Facebook shoutout with name and tag

TENDERFOOT (ACTIVITY SPONSOR) (sponsorship only - seats upon request) - $2,000

• All the benefits of the $1000
• Prime placement of company logo on event signage
• Enhanced recogntion in event program
• Special recogntion from event emcee

Select your Activity:

* Host the Bar(2)  * Host Dessert(1) * Media Coverage  * HostMystery Prizes  *Host a Table of Eagle Scouts  *Host a Table of Event Scouts

FIRST CLASS SPONOR (TABLE SPONSOR)  - $2,500

• 1 reserved table of 10 
• Prime placement of company logo on event signage
• Enhanced recogntion in event program
• Facebook post with name/company logo and tag

LIFE SPONSOR - $5,000

• 1 table of 10 with VIP seating
• All benefits of the $2500 level +
• Opportunity to display promotinal materials or banner at the event
• Special Recogniton at the event from emcee
• Dedicated Facebook post highliting your commitment to community involment and link to company website
• Exclusive mention in event press release
• Personalized appreciation award

EAGLE SPONSOR - $10,000

• 1 table of 10 with VIP seating
• All benefits of the $5000 level +
• Recgogniton as Presenting Sponsor in all event marketing materials
• Opportunity to address attendees druing event program
• Dedicated Facebook video interview with company representative discussing partnership with Scouting America and commitment to youth development with logo, tag and link to company website.

 COUPLE $300

INDIVIDUAL $175