# Chairman Melvin Baker: Preserving Place & Purpose

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Podcast: [Colorado Leadership Stories](https://stenobird.com/podcast/colorado-leadership-stories-6604006)
Published: 2026-06-11T15:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Join Boettcher Foundation Chair Michelle Lucero and President & CEO Katie Kramer for a conversation with Melvin Baker, who served as Chairman of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe for nearly 15 years. In his last public interview before resigning due to health reasons, former Chairman Baker reflects on tribal sovereignty, cultural preservation, economic development, and the values that guide leadership in the Southern Ute community.  From protecting land and language to investing in future generations, this episode of Colorado Leadership Stories explores how respect, partnership, and a deep connection to place continue to shape the tribe’s purpose and vision for the future.  Listen on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Pandora or wherever you get podcasts! Colorado Leadership Stories is a podcast presented by Boettcher Foundation Follow us on Instagram , LinkedIn and Facebook See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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