Raymond H. Gonzales brings over 26 years of leadership experience across government administration, including roles such as New Mexico’s Deputy Cabinet Secretary under Governor Bill Richardson and County Manager for Adams County, Colorado. Passionate about economic development, Raymond leads the Metro Denver EDC, uniting over 100 cities, counties, and agencies to foster regional prosperity through business attraction and expansion activities, overseeing billions in potential capital expenditures and the creation of thousands of jobs. 

He has been instrumental in advancing the Colorado-Wyoming Engine, a key initiative funded through the National Science Foundation, driving regional innovation and collaboration.  Raymond also serves as Executive Vice President of the Denver Metro Chamber.