DENVER: Today, Governor Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and members of the business and innovation communities announced the formation of a new public-private partnership, the Governor’s Competitiveness Council. Here is what business, community and education leaders are saying about the news. COBRT President Debbie Brown was among the leaders quoted, calling for bold collaboration to make Colorado a great place to attract capital, build businesses, and create jobs and opportunity.