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Leadership, Mental Health, Social Mobility, and Career / Pathway Development
SUPPORTING MEN'S HEALTH & EDUCATION |
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WHAT IS CMOCC ABOUT?Mission: CMOCC aims to foster a supportive community for men of color by providing opportunities to connect while promoting mental health and wellness and offering educator professional learning to cultivate a sense of belonging.
Vision: Our vision is to strategically support the development of men by increasing social mobility, emotional well-being, and educator career advancement. |
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2027 Flagship Event:
WHAT IS THE CMOCC EXPERIENCE?
Join Our 2027 Community All White Affair
Join the Colorado Men of Color Collaborative (CMOCC) for an unforgettable summer evening at the historic Colorado Governor’s Mansion—where community, culture, and purpose come together.
This signature event convenes community leaders, professionals, and changemakers for a night of elevated connection and celebration.
✨ What to Expect:
• Live jazz and dancing
• Curated bites and refreshments
• Lawn games and outdoor experiences
• Intentional networking in a refined, vibrant setting
Interested sponsors can connect at: [email protected]
Your support directly fuels CMOCC’s mission to expand leadership development and economic mobility pathways for men and boys of color across Colorado.
Celebrate. Connect. Make an Impact.
Help us spread the word—share within your networks.
Donate to CMOCC Here
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Let’s continue to honor and uplift the amazing educators who are making a difference in our communities.
If you have any trouble downloading your photos, please email [email protected], and the photos will gladly assist!
Website: www.cmocc.org.
Behind the Mission: Get to Know Our Team
We are a passionate team united in our commitment of creating an environment in Colorado where male educators in the greater Denver Metro area our can thrive. We believe that our core focus has to be on the development of building strong male educators to inspire, mentor, and elevate student success, especially for students of color.
If you have any trouble downloading your photos, please email [email protected], and the photos will gladly assist!
Website: www.cmocc.org.
Behind the Mission: Get to Know Our Team
We are a passionate team united in our commitment of creating an environment in Colorado where male educators in the greater Denver Metro area our can thrive. We believe that our core focus has to be on the development of building strong male educators to inspire, mentor, and elevate student success, especially for students of color.
Our Leadership Team
Meet the team behind the mission
Dr. Fernando Branch
Executive Director |
Dr. Natalie Lewis
Board Member |
Dr. Jeremy Eddie
Chief Programs Officer |
Beth Yohe
Board Member |
Our Advisory Board Team
Meet the people creating the vision
Frannie MatthewsExecutive Producer
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Marie Quinn
Director, Nursing Education Programs |
Bill de la Cruz
Founder/Consultant |
Dr. Tobias Guzman
Financial Planner |
Lisa Sullivan
Founder/Owner |
Kia Abdool
CEO 
Dr. Floyd Cobb
Author Consultant |
Dr. Antwan Jefferson
Associate Dean 
Jason Janz
Chief Executive |
Dr. Rashad Anderson
Executive Director 
Nik Casey
Senior Manager |
Dr. Jermall Wright
Superintendent 
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Chris Denmark
Program Director 
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🎉 Tickets are officially LIVE! 🎉The Colorado Men of Color Collaborative (CMOCC) is proud to announce the 3rd Annual Evening of Excellence: Honoring Educators of Color Scholarship Gala which will be held on Saturday, September 19th at the Chamber Grant Salon! This year’s theme, “Belonging by Design,” reflects our commitment to creating educational spaces where every educator, student, and community member feels valued, seen, and empowered. At a time when representation, belonging, and investment in diverse educational leadership matter more than ever, this gala is more than a celebration — it is a call to action. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we honor the incredible contributions of educators of color, celebrate excellence, and invest in the next generation of leaders through our scholarship initiatives. 🎟️ Secure your tickets today as we only have 125 tickets this year: https://lnkd.in/gf25-kBr We look forward to seeing you as we continue building a future where belonging is not left to chance — it is designed intentionally. |
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CMOCC believes in developing holistic educators who understand the importance of mental health, social mobility, and educational preparation through practice, scholarship, and excellence.
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Your Gift MattersYour support for CMOCC helps us provide quality programs and professional opportunities to keep our communities healthy and flourishing! We rely on support from people like you in our community to maintain and grow our programs and services for our minority youth and adults. We believe providing men with professional skills that will help them exceed all expectations in an ever-changing world. Your support will help us meet the growing demand for our services and help us expand our reach across the entire state.
JOIN 25FTC MOVEMENT https://lnkd.in/gchxY_4r Commit monthly. Stand for the culture. Change lives together. Don’t miss what’s happening at CMOCC! From upcoming events to impactful programs, stay connected with everything we have going on. Follow our new Zeffy Organization Page and subscribe for updates: 👉 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/colorado-men-of-color-collaborative Let’s keep building together! |
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2025-26 PROGRAMS
For Community
From Community
Serving Community
Your Partnership, Our Collective Impact
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Testimonies"Some evenings remind you that leadership is not about titles. It is about community.
My wife, Daphne Brownlee, and I were honored to attend the Colorado Men of Color Collaborative (CMOCC) All White Party in representation of the Community College of Aurora and spend time with educators, advocates, and leaders committed to expanding opportunity throughout our state. I want to extend my deepest appreciation to Dr. Fernando Branch and Dr. Jeremy L. Eddie. What they are building is bigger than an organization. They are cultivating a statewide community of educators across K-12, higher education, and workforce development who understand that talent is everywhere, but opportunity must be intentionally created. They are reminding us that our responsibility is not simply to educate. Our responsibility is to create pathways to economic mobility." Learn more about their movement at www.CMOCC.org |
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