
Plated Prosperity: Celebrating the Power of Buying Local
A curated tasting experience connecting leaders with local impact, featuring an inspiring keynote, awards, and fine dining.
August 27, 2026
6:30 - 9:00 PM
3358 York Street,
Denver, CO 80205
Welcome to Plated Prosperity

Get ready for an evening of food and fortune. Plated Prosperity brings together institutional leaders, local chefs, and community advocates for a night of great food, meaningful connection, and real impact.
Here's what's on the menu:
Hear from a public service leader.
Phil Washington, CEO of Denver International Airport, will share reflections from over 50 years in public service, including how he has helped reshape procurement practices to drive cost savings and community impact, and his work co-founding the Equity in Infrastructure Project.
Celebrate local commitment.
The Center for Community Wealth will honor Phil Washington, Denver Public Schools, Metropolitan State University, and Intermountain Health for their leadership in buying local and building community wealth.
Taste the best of Denver.
Sample exquisite dishes from some of the city's top chefs, each one a testament to what local businesses bring to the table.
Meet the chefs.
Chefs will join tables throughout the evening to share the stories behind their dishes as you taste them.
Witness the impact.
See awards presented to the leaders putting local procurement and investment strategies into action, saving tax dollars, strengthening supply chains, and benefiting communities.
Build your network.
Connect with fellow institutional leaders over great food and drinks in a relaxed, inspiring setting.
Bring someone along.
Invite a spouse, partner, or friend to join you for an evening that celebrates and supports local caterers.
