Al Gardner

Bio

Al Gardner is a distinguished information technology executive with a nearly three-decade career marked by engineering expertise, visionary leadership and strong community engagement. He has excelled in various sectors, including telecommunications, non-profit organizations, hospitality and healthcare.

Al’s notable accomplishments include leading Inspirato, a Denver-based startup hospitality company, to a successful IPO in 2022 as the Head of IT and Security. He is renowned for his visionary approach and technological acumen, which propelled the company to new heights. His skills in budgeting, management and strategic investments have consistently helped organizations achieve their goals efficiently.

In addition to his professional commitments, Al is deeply involved in his community. He serves on various city-wide boards and commissions, having been appointed by Mayor Michael Hancock and the Denver City Council. Notable roles include his service on the Denver African American Commission, the Denver Citizens Oversight Board (where he served as chair), and his current position as a Commissioner on the Denver Civil Service Commission Board. He has also contributed to the Advisory Boards of the Denver Police Department Chiefs Advisory Board and the Denver Sheriff’s Advisory Board.

As a Board Member of the Colorado Technology Association, Al actively shares his wealth of experience and knowledge in the industry. His exceptional leadership during the pandemic earned him the prestigious C-suite award from the Denver Business Journal, and his journey was featured in the PBS Road Trip Nation documentary series “Leaders.”