I earned my bachelor’s degree in engineering from the University of Colorado in 1975 and opened my first business, Etkin Construction, in 1980. I grew the business to be the 4th largest general contractor in Colorado by 1990 and then sold the business to focus full-time on Etkin Johnson Real Estate Partners, which I co-founded with David Johnson. Together, we ran the business before selling our portfolio and winding down the firm in 2021.  

Even in retirement, I am deeply committed to Denver and actively participate in the communities I live in through community endeavors, charitable board contributions and board positions. I currently serve on the board of the Aspen Community Foundation, Aspen Art Museum and Urban Land Institute, and am involved in several community-driven causes and charities. I previously served on the boards for Aspen Valley Ski Club, Aspen Country Day School and Food Bank of the Rockies and was a trustee of the Urban Land Institute.

I am an extremely dedicated, competent and compassionate individual who possesses abundant resources to be a positive advocate for all walks of life. I exhibit a conscientious and meticulous work ethic, a keen eye for detail and excellent communication and intervention skills, all of which contribute toward solid, long-lasting working relationships.

I have a loving and caring life/soul partner, Laurel Gilbert, and am the father of three beautiful adult children, two boys and a girl. Lauren and I spend our summers and winters in Aspen, occupying the remainder of our time in Moab, where we recently completed our second home. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, with a particular proclivity for skiing, biking, hiking and running. I am also very passionate about the arts. Many people have commented that I am the happiest person they know.