Les Dames d'Escoffier Colorado Chapter

The Colorado Chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier

The Colorado chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier is a collective of forward-thinking and successful female leaders in the food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition and agricultural fields whose mission is to support education and philanthropy in those fields.

We grant scholarships to aspiring professional women in food, beverage, and hospitality, as well as celebrate and support Colorado women-led businesses. Our vision is guided by three objectives: Education, Diversity, and Philanthropy. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization.

As a vibrant and growing chapter of Les Dames d’Escoffier International, our Colorado Chapter’s diverse membership represents influential female leaders in the food, beverage, hospitality, nutrition and agricultural fields. We strive to be a positive influence in our community and to provide opportunities for others to be equally influential and respected in their personal and professional communities.

Visit our events page to learn about our events, which are open to members and the general public.

Les Dames d'Escoffier | Colorado Leadershop Award

Thank you for your generous support of Colorado’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization Les Dames d’Escoffier Colorado, and of the next generation of women entering the food, beverage, agriculture, and hospitality industries. It is because of your sponsorship that our annual scholarships are possible, and more women are able to enter this field for which we all share tremendous passion.

As you know, due to circumstances beyond our control on the Auraria Campus at the time, the 2024 Big Stir Festival could not proceed as planned on April 27th. We’ve tirelessly explored multiple avenues, and despite our best efforts – and numerous non-recoupable expenses – holding the Festival in the same capacity in 2024 was not possible. In its place, an elevated, invitation-only Reception and Awards Presentation took place at St. Cajetan’s Chapel on the Auraria Campus on Monday, July 8th.


2024 Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

VIP Sponsors

The Culinary Creative Group
Connect for Health Colorado
Nestle Premium Waters

Gold Sponsors

Applejack
B Public Relations
Pernod Ricard USA
the well table

Silver Sponsors

Barolo Grill
Constellation Brands
Dim Lights Hospitality
Foley Family Wines
The Fort
Frasca
Le French
Nimrod Wines
Prairie
5280

Dimond Family Foundation

Ellen Daehnick

Les Dames d’Escoffier Colorado is a community of passionate industry leaders and successful business owners who shape the way we eat and drink. By becoming a Sponsor, you help ensure that we continue our important work in advancing female professionals in this industry. Your contributions also ensure that we have the resources to continue championing critical issues. We aim to make the food and beverage industries more diverse, equitable, and sustainable. We grow stronger as leaders when we work together towards our shared mission.