Elected Official Honored for Lifetime Commitment to Economic Development at EDCC’s Drive|Lead|Succeed Conference
Pueblo, CO – October 28, 2025 – The Economic Development Council of Colorado (EDCC) presented the 2025 Legislative Lifetime Achievement Award to Senator Mark Baisley, recognizing his long-standing dedication to advancing policies that foster economic growth, innovation, and opportunity across Colorado.
Senator Baisley’s tenure in the Colorado Legislature—serving in the House from 2019 to 2022 and the Senate since 2023—has been marked by a steadfast commitment to creating a vibrant business climate that empowers communities statewide. With a forty-year career in information technology and aerospace, including his role as President of the engineering software firm Sipglass Inc., Senator Baisley brings a deep understanding of the intersection between technology, business, and workforce development.
His leadership has played a pivotal role in championing forward-thinking legislation designed to strengthen Colorado’s economic competitiveness. From reauthorizing the Advanced Industry Tax Credit and expanding incentives for semiconductor and quantum industries to supporting film festivals and employee-owned businesses, Senator Baisley’s legislative record reflects a strong belief in innovation-driven growth and inclusive prosperity.
Among his key contributions are:
• HB 25-1005 Tax Incentive for Film Festivals
• HB 25-1021 Tax Incentives for Employee-Owned Businesses
• HB 25-1157 Reauthorize Advanced Industry Tax Credit
• HB 24-1325 Tax Credits for Quantum Industry Support
• HB 24-1358 Film Incentive Tax Credit
• HB 23-1260 Advanced Industry and Semiconductor Manufacturing Incentives
Through his forward-looking approach and bipartisan collaboration, Senator Baisley has consistently prioritized policies that enhance Colorado’s economic resilience and create opportunities for both urban and rural communities. His legacy of leadership continues to inspire economic developers, policymakers, and business leaders across the state.
“Senator Baisley’s work exemplifies the power of thoughtful legislation to drive meaningful economic impact,” said Kim Woodworth, Executive Director of the Economic Development Council of Colorado. “His contributions to Colorado’s advanced industries and his advocacy for innovation-based growth have left an enduring mark on our state’s economy and future workforce.”
The EDCC’s Legislative Lifetime Achievement Award honors elected officials who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision in advancing economic development throughout Colorado. This year’s recognition took place during the Drive|Lead|Succeed Conference in Pueblo, where hundreds of public and private sector leaders gathered to collaborate on shaping Colorado’s economic future.