Events: Events

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
DATE: Friday, November 13, 2026
TIME: Registration & Networking: 9:00am to 9:30m
Breakfast & Program: 9:30am to 10:30am
TOPIC: Veterans Day Breakfast
SPEAKERS: Chris Maes, Douglas County Veterans Services and Mike McNairy, Chair of Heroes Hall Foundation
COST: Free for SMDRA Members

CLICK HERE to download the Veterans Day Event Flyer

Join us as we honor those who answered the call to serve. Our Veterans Day Breakfast is an opportunity to recognize the courage and sacrifices of our veterans while learning how our community can continue supporting them long after their military service ends. Hear from the Heroes Hall Foundation about their vision for a dedicated home that brings vital veteran services, resources and support together in one place. Together, we’ll honor the past, support the present and help build a stronger future for our veterans.

EVENT AGENDA:
9:00–9:20: Breakfast and networking.
9:20–9:25: Welcome, veteran recognition, and speaker introductions
9:25–9:45: Mike McNairy — Honoring Veterans: Past, Present & Future. Honoring veterans’ sacrifices and sharing Heroes Hall Foundation’s vision for a dedicated building bringing services and support together. Includes the video Help Us Build a Home for All Our Heroes.
9:45–10:05: Chris Maes — Connecting Veterans with VSO Services, pending confirmation. An overview of county VSO services, Douglas County’s work, and how professionals can guide veterans toward benefits assistance, including disability claims and potential VA funding fee exemptions.
10:05–10:10: Video — Heroes Hall: A Place of Hope and Healing.
10:10–10:20: Questions and discussion.
10:20–10:30: Closing remarks and networking

SPEAKERS BIO: Chris Maes – Chris Maes proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1985 to 2005, retiring as a Command Sergeant Major. Following his military career, Chris served as Regional Human Resources Director for Cintas Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, before retiring for a second time. His commitment to serving veterans and their families continued through volunteer work assisting Douglas County veterans with VA benefits. Chris is the Director of Douglas County Veteran Services, where he continued his mission of supporting veterans and their families and helping them access the benefits and resources they had earned through their service.

Mike McNairy – Mike is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel who served 21 years in the Space and Missile career field. Service to his country and a commitment to improving his community are what drives him.

After the military, Mike became an entrepreneur and have owned three businesses. Today he operates a franchise specializing in the interior repair and restoration of leather, vinyl, fabric, and plastic for automotive, commercial, and residential customers.

Mike is a founding member and Board Chair of the Heroes Hall Foundation and have served in leadership roles with The American Legion, the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, and the Douglas County Veterans Monument Foundation.

He is currently pursuing a doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Liberty University. When he finishes, Mike plans to start a coaching and consulting business to help other leaders “sharpen their edge and lead with purpose.”

Mike lives in Sedalia, Colorado, with my wife, Lynette. His time off is spent with his two adult children and three grandchildren.

QUESTIONS: Susan Cooper – 303-895-3370 or susan@smdra.com

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
DATE: Wednesday, December 3, 2026
TIME: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
PROGRAM SCHEDULE: 4:00pm-4:45pm – Registration, Networking and Hors d’oeuvres
4:45pm-6:00pm – Program & Awards

CLICK HERE to download the Inaugural Event Flyer

Join us for an evening celebrating the people who make SMDRA Stronger Together! We’ll recognize our outstanding members, volunteers and leaders, celebrate the accomplishments of our Association, and officially welcome 2027 SMDRA President Troy Williams and the incoming Board of Directors. Come connect, celebrate and help us kick off a new year of leadership, service and opportunity — Stronger Together.

Program Schedule:
4:00pm-4:45pm – Registration, Networking and Hors d’oeuvres
4:45pm-6:00pm – Program & Awards

QUESTIONS: Susan Cooper – 303-895-3370 or susan@smdra.com

LOCATION: SMDRA Event Center
DATE: Friday, December 4, 2026
TIME: 9am to 11:30am
EVENT: A Beary Happy Holiday Celebration – Annual Holiday Brunch and Toy Drive
COST: Your REQUIRED entry fee is to bring a NEW unwrapped toy or gift card

CLICK HERE to download the Event Flyer
EVENT INFORMATION: SMDRA is joining forces with the Boys & Girls Clubs Metro Denver to deliver gifts to children in our community, to brighten their holiday! Bring your holiday cheer and join us for Breakfast, Santa, Mimosas and more!

• YOUR REQUIRED ENTRY FEE is an Unwrapped Toy or Gift
• Gift Card Ideas – Starbucks, Kohl’s, Target, Walmart, Amazon
• Gift Ideas – Electronics, sports equipment, art supplies, clothes, shoes, new toys, board/video games, books, action figures/dolls, makeup, jewelry, DVDs, etc.
• Age Range – Gifts should be for children ages 6 to 18

REMEMBER: Your REQUIRED entry fee into this event is a NEW, UNWRAPPED toy, cash or gift card donation to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs Metro Denver!

QUESTIONS:
Susan Cooper – 303-895-3370 or susan@smdra.com

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

CASH DONATION – To use your credit card for a tax-deductible Donation scan the QR Code. **Please Note: When using a credit card for Donations, it is subject to a 5% foundation Adm. Fee and applicable credit card fees** (a receipt for your tax records will be emailed to you.)

SUGAR SPONSOR – $300 (Limit 4) – Brunch Sponsors will receive dedicated slide on the event presentation, logo and exclusive signage at the Buffet Table Station and in the SMDRA Press Release.

SPICE SPONSOR – $300 (Limit 4) – Mimosa Sponsors will receive a dedicated slide on the event presentation, logo and exclusive signage at the Mimosa Station and in the SMDRA Press Release.

EVERYTHING NICE SPONSOR – $300 (Limit 4) Santa Sponsors will receive a dedicated slide on the event presentation, logo and exclusive signage at Santa’s Station and in the SMDRA Press Release.

SWEETS STATION SPONSOR – $300 (Limit 4) Sweets Sponsor will receive a dedicated slide on the event presentation, logo and exclusive signage at the Sweets Station and in the SMDRA Press Release.