New Board Leadership to Guide the Y Into Its 150th Year

The YMCA of Metro Denver is pleased to announce some leadership updates and member changes to its Board of Directors. Jeff Zawila will step into the role of Board Chair, succeeding Bob Divers, who is now in the role of Immediate Past Board Chair. Together, they will help guide the organization through our milestone 150th anniversary year and into the future. We welcome Elizabeth Horton as a new Board member and thank Mari Akers, Dave Eberly and Doug Newton for their service as they conclude their time on the Board. 

Jeff Zawila joined the YMCA of Metro Denver Board of Directors in 2022 and has served as chair of the fundraising and governance committees. He has spent more than 25 years in the energy industry, working as a geophysicist across geologic basins throughout the United States and around the world. Jeff currently serves as a Geoscience Manager at SM Energy and previously served as president of the Denver Geophysical Society. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, skiing, Red Rocks workouts, camping, and exploring national parks with his two daughters. 

Elizabeth Horton is a transformational leader with more than 25 years of experience across manufacturing, construction, distribution and consulting, including roles with Arrow Electronics, Ball Corp., the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Tuff Shed. She has negotiated multimillion-dollar contracts and led enterprise-wide transformations driving more than $20 million in savings. A mother of nine, Elizabeth grew up in a military family that lived in many countries and states, shaping her deep appreciation for diverse cultures and her strong commitment to advancing diversity and inclusion. 

See the full list of YMCA Board Members and leadership team.