BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The COLGBTQCC Board of Directors are members who volunteer their time to be responsible for the direction and momentum of the COLGBTQCC organization and for the programs and choices that promote the best interests of the COLGBTQCC members. Board Members are highly visible participants and advocates for the chamber.

AJ Shaikh

AJ Shaikh started his commercial lending career in 2005. He most recently joined Centerstone SBA Lending, serving Colorado and the surrounding states. AJ’s focus within the business community is to help with debt restructure, working capital, commercial real estate and business financing.

AJ moved to Colorado in 2005, embracing the Colorado lifestyle. He enjoys everything outdoors. When he is not hiking or cycling, he enjoys cooking and spending time with family & friends. As an active member in the community, AJ serves on the Board of two local non-profit organizations. He has also been involved with Junior Achievement and Big Brothers Big Sisters Colorado.

AJ proudly joined the Colorado LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce in 2016, and he brings his dedication to serving the business community with him. He is passionate about equality, and he hopes to share the mission and vision of the Colorado LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce and be a positive influence in the LGBTQ business community and at large.

AJ Shaikh

Chairperson

Favorite Quote: “Be yourself, everyone else is taken” – Oscar Wild

Kevin Maza-Amador

Kevin Maza-Amador is an LGBTQ Mexican migrant living in the city of Denver, Colorado. Having relocated to the United States  at an early age, Kevin is considered a DREAMer. Benefitting from the DACA policy (2012), Kevin found his passion in banking through FirstBank in 2013. Having worked through FirstBank’s branch operations for most of his banking career, Kevin is currently working with FirstBank’s commercial clients through the Treasury Management department. His ultimate goal is to serve minority communities by educating small business owners within those communities on FirstBank’s commercial solutions.

Kevin Maza-Amador

Favorite Quote: “Be yourself, love who you are, be proud, and never give up on your dreams.” – Lady Gaga

Eric Mindykowski

Eric Mindykowski is the Owner and VP of Operations for The MMS Companies. MMS provides Document Management Solutions throughout the state of Colorado to help organizations make the move to digital documentation and manage large amounts of information. MMS is family owned and operated over the past 34 years and works with multiple industries including Engineering and Construction, Medical, Education, and Government. In the past Eric has worked with organizations such as Regional Transportation District, Leidos ASC, and Newmont Mining/Gold Corp. In his free time Eric enjoys the outdoors and off roading. His slightly modified jeep takes him all over the place for day excursions or camping adventures. He is also an avid lover of the theatre. He has worked on many stages throughout Colorado as both an actor and director. He has worked with The Colorado Theatre Guild as a Henry Judge and for 19 years been involved with the Colorado Renaissance Festival playing multiple characters over the years as well as being the Cast Director there for the past 4 years.

Eric Mindykowski

 Favorite Quote: “I didn’t ask for this role, but I’ll play it. Now go do your best. Be bold, and mighty forces will come to your aid” – Almost Famous

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