Chris Holbert (born February 6, 1961) is an American politician serving as Republican minority leader of the Colorado Senate.
He represents the 30th District since January 6, 2015.
Formerly he represented the 44th District in Colorado's House of Representatives.
He was elected in November 2016 by the Senate Republican Caucus to the position of Senate Majority Leader, the Second highest position in the Colorado Senate.
Prior to seeking elected office, Chris’ career centered on trade association management with focus on executive leadership, marketing, communications, and government affairs.
From 2000 to 2008, Chris served as president and executive director of a statewide trade association where he represented over 6,000 business professionals throughout Colorado.
Now in business for himself, Chris provides consulting services to for-profit businesses and non-profit organizations.
Since 2009, Chris has also devoted time to assist members of various grassroots organizations better understand the legislative process and structure of government.
Chris teaches both clients and volunteers alike that knowledge, truth, and accountability are the means by which positive change can be most effectively achieved.
In 1986, Chris Holbert married his wife, Diane, and they are the parents of two boys, Victor and Carson.