Speakers
Eric Duran
Gary Clark
Eric Slinger
Kristine Turner
Jody Bartling
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Join us for an engaging, hourlong workshop featuring a panel of leading charter-school industry experts who are deeply invested in supporting school success. Representatives from DA
Davidson, Staples, Hub International, Gillem Staffing, and EF Tours will come together to share their knowledge, offer candid insights, and answer your most pressing questions.
This interactive session is designed to function as a live advisory board for attendees. Panelists will provide guidance across key operational areas—including finance, staffing, risk management, technology, student experiences, and procurement—while helping participants navigate challenges and explore new opportunities within the charter school landscape. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
● Ask direct questions of seasoned industry professionals
● Gain strategic perspectives on real-world school issues
● Learn best practices and innovative solutions from trusted partners
● Build connections with experts who understand the unique needs of charter schools
Whether you're seeking advice, clarity, or new ideas, this expert advisory workshop offers a unique chance to tap into a collective wealth of experience and walk away with actionable guidance for your school or organization.
Eric Duran is a public finance banker and provides financial advisory services and bond financing to schools, municipalities and affordable housing developers, both private and nonprofit. He has worked in the municipal finance business for more than 15 years. In 2002, he served as the State of Colorado’s financial advisor on two note offerings that totaled $1 billion, the largest note offerings in Colorado’s history at the time. He also has worked on a number of other notable financings, including the Denver Convention Center Hotel and the State of Colorado’s Building Excellent Schools Today (BEST) program.
Eric is one of the leading investment bankers in the charter school movement. He has completed financings in New Mexico, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Colorado and Utah. Some of his notable transactions include Cambridge Academy, Legacy Traditional Charter School, American Leadership Academy and Summit Academy.
Eric is known in Denver’s business community for his creative approach to finance capital improvements. He has shared his financial expertise in the nonprofit community through board service on a number of 501(c)(3) organizations. He has served the City and County of Denver on the St. Anthony Redevelopment Task Force, the Neighborhood Small Bond Project Committee and Denver’s Library Commission. Eric currently serves on the Board of Directors of Denver Health and co-chairs the Finance Committee. He also serves on the Colorado Children’s Campaign Board. Duran was the recipient of the 9NEWS Business Leader in the Year in 2010.
Eric holds a master’s of public administration from the University of Pittsburgh and a bachelor’s degree from Colorado College. He is a Woodrow Wilson fellow and was selected as a Presidential Management Intern. Eric has run nine marathons and has been a team member in the 170-mile Colorado Outward Bound Relay.
22-year veteran of the insurance and risk management industry.
Specializes in health insurance and commercial insurance structures that allow employers to maximize Employee Total Compensation and minimize organizational liability.
Employee Benefit Leader for HUB Charter, HUB's Practice specifically focused on helping charter schools across the country succeed.
