Ambassadors are a coveted position within the Glendale Chamber. They welcome new members, facilitate networking at events, and help plan the schedule of events. For many, they are the face of our chamber of commerce. Upon joining the chamber, each chamber member is assigned to one of our ambassadors who help them get acquainted with our organization, make introductions and assist them with any other needs they might have.
Heather Brecl
Compass
Heather Brecl offers her clients savvy marketing skills and an extensive, first-hand knowledge of Denver’s suburbs. A Duke University graduate with a double major in Political Science and German, and an experienced marketing professional, Heather provides passion and local knowledge to pair homes with the lifestyles of her clients. A devoted supporter of the arts, Heather continues to be involved in philanthropy and her community. Her involvement with Central City Opera and the Glendale Chamber has been an important and rewarding part of her life that continues through Compass. Based out of the Castle Pines office, Heather has access to all the leading-edge marketing and technical tools.
Herb Glasser
Professional Tax Preparation and Accounting
Herb Glasser, owner of Professional Tax Preparation and Accounting, graduated with a Masters Degree in Accounting from the University of Colorado at Denver. He has been a Tax Accountant for the last 27 years. He grew up in the Hilltop neighborhood of Denver, just north of Glendale and feels privileged to still live there. He has owned his business for the last 19 years and likes helping people most.
He prides himself on great customer service at an affordable price. About 60% of his business comes from individuals and 40% from businesses. Mostly, the business clients come from small businesses and corporations, who are looking to save money and look at different kinds of available deductions. Since tax rules are always changing, he loves helping people and educating them on changing tax law. He likes to make tax experience pleasant and make understanding the tax code simpler for clients.
He feels the Glendale Chamber is the best Chamber out there since people are friendly, east to meet and want to build a relationship. Glendale being in the center of the Metro area, helps make it easy to meet a lot of people from all types of businesses.
Give him a call (303) 514-2496
Bob Liebhauser
ActionCOACH
Offering more than 12 years of experience as a business owner and franchise operations manager, Bob Liebhauser is involved in managing operations with franchisers, franchisees, and independent operators. His background includes 14 years in operations management with the number one fast food franchise, McDonald’s, and over ten years in the convenience store industry. Bob brings valuable insight and knowledge regarding leadership and management challenges faced by franchisees and independent operators, along with growing companies and brands.
Bob’s true passion is making businesses both profitable and successful, and growing entities. As a Business Coach, he helps business owners take their companies to their potential through the proven strategies of ActionCOACH. His second passion is running. He has run over 80 marathons including 24 Boston Marathons with a personal best time of two hours 48 minutes. Bob earned a BA from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and has been married 45 years to Sherri. They have three daughters, all graduates of the University of Texas-Austin.
Laura Lieff
Lieff Ink
Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Laura grew up in the music business. Her family founded and operated a chain of record stores in Florida for 50 years and music has always been a significant part of her life. Laura moved to Colorado in 2002 to attend the University of Colorado at Boulder, where she earned her BA in English. While at CU, she wrote for two newspapers, a publicity company, and a band booking agency.
After graduation, Laura moved to Denver and began working as a reporter for the Glendale Cherry Creek Chronicle. Over the years she was promoted to Content Editor and then to Executive Editor. After seven years, she resigned from the Chronicle and moved to the Vail Valley where she runs her own business, Lieff Ink, which offers freelance writing, editing, and PR services for a variety of clients. In addition to working diligently for her Lieff Ink clients, Laura is an English and writing tutor, teaching assistant, and occasional substitute teacher at Colorado Mountain College. She also hosts a weekly radio show called Bite the Bullet on 107.9 Radio Free Minturn.
Ashley Minton
Mintore Marketing
Ashley Minton, owner of Mintore Marketing, has 15 years of Marketing and Sales experiences; including 5 years focused on Social Media Marketing in a variety of industries including: Retail, Insurance, Oil & Gas Investments, Semi Professional Sports Teams, Clubs, Bars and Restaurants. She has always had a passion for connecting with customers and helping businesses thrive! Ashley started her business in 2020 when she saw the lack many businesses had when it came to Social Media Marketing. With all the ins and outs of running a business, Social Media/Marketing seems to be the first thing that gets pushed to the side. Despite it being a crucial part of having a successful business these days. Ashley takes the time to research and fully learn your business niche, and how to best connect you with the right audience to turn them into long-lasting customers.
Ashley is originally from Kansas and grew up being involved in her local Chamber of Commerce. She is excited to be a part of the Glendale Chamber and help local businesses be a part of what helps our city thrive!
Inga Phillip
Phillip Gira Insurance Agency
Inga has been providing Colorado businesses and individuals the insurance they need to protect their most valuable assets since 1987. Her agency, Phillip Gira Insurance, has been in Glendale since 2008 and they love the sense of community the city offers. A New York native, Inga came to Colorado for school, graduating with a BS in Business Administration from the University of Denver, and loved Colorado so much she made it her home.
Her agency holds licenses in all 50 states and they are able to support their clients by providing a single resource to evaluate and manage any of their insurance needs, no matter where they are located. Inga is a fully licensed insurance agent specializing in commercial insurance and also homeowners and auto insurance. She is involved with several organizations, volunteering or serving on boards at Cancer League of Colorado, Food Bank of the Rockies, the Gateway Battered Women’s Shelter, Arapahoe Community College and other professional organizations.
Inga can be reached at 303-945-2096.
Ashley Resek
Huntington Bank
Ashley Resek is a dedicated banking professional with four years of experience in the financial industry and over a decade of customer service expertise. She is passionate about empowering individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals by providing tailored guidance and strategic solutions.
Ashley’s commitment to building strong client relationships stems from her deep understanding of financial wellness and her desire to make a positive impact in the community. In September 2024, she joined the Glendale Chamber of Commerce to expand her network, support local businesses, and foster meaningful connections.
In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with friends and family, drinking wine, skiing in the winter, and rollerblading in the summer.
Isabel Sarmiento
Huntington Bank
Isabel Sarmiento is an experienced banking professional with eight years of expertise in the financial industry. Isabel is deeply committed to giving back to the community. She enjoys being actively involved in local initiatives and believes in the importance of supporting and uplifting those around her. While Huntington has provided her with invaluable professional support, she is also grateful for the warm and welcoming environment Glendale has offered, embracing her with open arms.
Outside of work, Isabel also enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, cherishing the moments that allow her to recharge and create lasting memories. She is an avid reader, always seeking new books that broaden her perspective and provide both relaxation and growth.
Lynn Taylor
Glendale Sports Center
Lynn has been with the Denver Metro YMCA since 2007, starting as an intern in health and fitness. She came to the Glendale Sports Center managed by the YMCA in December 2012 and is now the Experience Director. Lynn graduated from Iowa State University with degrees in Marketing and Health & Fitness Management.