Colorado SecureSavings Program Director Named to Denver Business Journal's 2026 40 Under 40

Hunter Railey Recognized for Expanding Retirement Access in Colorado and Beyond

March 16, 2026 (LOVELAND) -The Colorado Department of the Treasury is proud to announce that Hunter Railey, Executive Director of the Colorado Secure Savings Program, has been named a 2026 40 Under 40 award winner by the Denver Business Journal.

"Hunter's leadership has helped position Colorado as a national leader in expanding access to retirement savings," said Colorado State Treasurer Dave Young. "Thanks to his work and leadership of the Colorado SecureSavings team, more than 100,000 workers now have a simple way to start saving for their future. That progress strengthens families, communities, and Colorado's long-term economic security."

The Denver Business Journal's annual 40 under 40 program recognizes young leaders across the region for outstanding business achievement and community impact. Railey was selected as part of the 2026 class, honoring professionals who drive innovation and create lasting benefits for Colorado's economy and communities.

Under Railey's leadership, Colorado SecureSavings has become the fastest-growing state-facilitated retirement program in the nation. Since launching in January of 2023, the program has enrolled more than 17,800 businesses and helped more than 100,000 workers begin saving for retirement, with total assets exceeding $190 million.

Colorado also leads the nation's first multi-state retirement savings consortium, the Partnership for a Dignified Retirement. This collaboration helps states expand access to workplace retirement savings more quickly and at lower cost. The partnership currently includes Colorado, Nevada, Vermont, Maine, Delaware, and Minnesota.

"I am honored to be recognized by the Denver Business Journal," said Hunter Railey. "This recognition belongs to the entire SecureSavings team and to our partners across the country who believe that every worker deserves access to an easy and affordable way to save for retirement."

The Denver Business Journal celebrated the 2026 40 Under 40 honorees at its award ceremony on Thursday, March 12, in Denver.

For more information about the Colorado SecureSavings program, visit coloradsecuresavings.com.

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About the Colorado Department of the Treasury

The Colorado Department of the Treasury is the constitutional guardian of the public's funds. It is the Treasury's duty to manage and account for the taxpayers' dollars from the time they are received until the time they are disbursed. The Treasury's staff is committed to safeguarding and managing the people's monies with the same diligence and care as they do their own. For more information, visit colorado.gov/treasury.

About Colorado SecureSavings

The Colorado SecureSavings Program (CSSP) is a state-sponsored retirement program that helps private sector workers save for the future. The program empowers employees to contribute to a portable Roth IRA through automatic payroll deductions, with flexible options to adjust savings and investments. CSSP supports self-employed workers or those whose employers do not offer retirement savings plans, providing tools and guidance to help Coloradans build long-term financial security.