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SUMMARY:Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars Competition
DESCRIPTION:Youth ages 6-21 with a business that has made at least 1 sale are invited to apply for the Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars Competition! Complete the online application for a chance to win up to $10\,000 dollars. \nEven if you don’t take home a top prize\, entering Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars gives your business a serious boost. Here’s why every young entrepreneur wins just by applying: \nYou’ll level up your business plan.\nThe application helps you think through your goals\, strategy\, and next steps — like a mini CEO coaching session! \nYou’ll get real feedback from real business pros.\nOur judges share insights that can help you grow faster and smarter. \nYou’ll score free access to the Spotlight on YouthBiz Stars Gala!\nMeet other youth entrepreneurs\, connect with adult business leaders\, and build your network — all at no cost to you. \nSpotlight isn’t just a competition… it’s a launchpad. \nApplications close 5/31/26!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/spotlight-on-youthbiz-stars-competition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T130000
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SUMMARY:How to Launch Your Business: A Startup Checklist
DESCRIPTION:Ready to start a business? Here is everything you need to know to go from idea to launch.\n\nAbout This Event\nThinking about starting a business in Colorado? Join us to learn what is required at the state and local levels. This class is for those who have already decided that entrepreneurship is right for them as well as determined their business idea and the feasibility of it. We will work our way through a concrete and concise checklist for the logistics of how to get your business up and running and where to go from there! \nTopics include: \n* Trade name search \n* Legal structure selection \n* State registration \n* Licensing requirements \n* Business plan over view \n* Enterprise Zone Tax Credits \n* Human Resources \nThis webinar will be presented on Zoom. Please register to receive the link to join. If you do not plan to attend the live class and are just looking to get a recording\, please register for this on-demand version instead. \nTaught by Callie Koch\, Program Manager for the Colorado SBDC serving the West Central region. \n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis training is a good fit for businesses in the idea or pre-venture phase\, and early startups. \n\n\nMore Information\nThis class is part of the Startup Track\, an SBDC webinar series that begins with idea validation and ends with strategic business planning and next steps for profitability and growth. If you have not yet taken the other recommended startup track classes\, we would encourage you to do so first. \n\n10 Things to Know Before You Run a Business\nBusiness Entry Options: Build\, Buy\, or Franchise?\nIdea Feasibility: Methods to Test Your Business Idea
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-launch-your-business-a-startup-checklist-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260422T184326Z
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SUMMARY:Watson Institute Fellowships Info Session- Fully Funded Fellowships for Colorado Entrepreneurs!
DESCRIPTION:Fully funded Fellowships for Colorado-based entrepreneurs! \nJoin a virtual info session to explore the fully-funded opportunities offered by Watson Institute. This session is designed for entrepreneurs based in Colorado who are looking to grow their ventures and expand their impact. \nDuring the session\, you will learn about current fellowship opportunities and get a clear overview of the full program experience\, including mentorship\, leadership and business workshops\, and opportunities to build your network. There will also be time for live questions.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/watson-institute-fellowships-info-session-fully-funded-fellowships-for-colorado-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watson Institute":MAILTO:sandra@watson.is
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260427T190557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T160211Z
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SUMMARY:Belonging @ Startup Colorado Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered what makes a company a “Belonging” company? Join us and see for yourself! Startup Colorado is hosting a special Demo Day featuring the inaugural Belonging @ Startup Colorado cohort. This virtual event will showcase all of the companies in the cohort as founders share their ventures\, their vision\, and the impact they hope to create through entrepreneurship. \nFrom businesses designed to strengthen connection and expand opportunity to ventures rooted in community impact\, this Demo Day offers a look at how founders are building companies with belonging at the center. Founders will be judged by a panel of experts in entrepreneurship and the belonging space. The top eight companies will move on to the Belonging @ Startup Colorado Growth Challenge program. \nJoin us on May 19 from 12–1:30 p.m. MT to hear directly from founders\, discover emerging companies from across Colorado\, and see how entrepreneurship can be a powerful tool for creating belonging. \nThe Belonging @ Startup Colorado program is the result of an innovative new partnership between Startup Colorado and Belonging Colorado. \n>> Register via Zoom: Linked here or in the button at the top of the page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/belonging-colorado-startup-colorado-demo-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260526T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260326T191816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T191816Z
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SUMMARY:RMMFI Business Idea Lab
DESCRIPTION:Have a business idea but not sure where to start or working with someone who does? \nRMMFI’s Business Idea Lab is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs across Colorado (outside the Denver metro) who are looking for clarity\, direction\, and support to move from idea to action without needing to have it all figured out. Whether someone is just beginning to explore business ownership or refining an existing idea\, this 6-session program provides the tools to strengthen and shape their concept. The program wraps up with a Pitch Night\, where participants can share their ideas with the community and compete for prize funding to help launch their business. \nWe also welcome referrals from partners and community connectors supporting individuals in the idea phase. \nKey Dates: \n\nApplications Open: May 4\, 2026\nApplications Close: May 15\, 2026\nProgram Kickoff (Orientation): May 26\nClass Sessions: May 28\, June 2\, June 9\, June 11\nFinal Presentations (Pitch Night): June 18\n\nLearn more\, apply\, or share with someone in your network who’s ready to turn an idea into something real.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rmmfi-business-idea-lab/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute":MAILTO:taylor@rmmfi.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260528T130000
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CREATED:20260420T152939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T153933Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Creative Connections with Mesa County Fantasy Faire
DESCRIPTION:For our first Rural Creative Connections session of the year\, we’re heading (virtually) to Grand Junction to meet Dierdre Monroe—co-owner of Sweet River Event Venue and organizer of the returning Mesa County Fantasy Faire. \nOriginally held in the 2010s\, the Fantasy Faire built a loyal following—and now\, a decade later\, Deirdre is bringing it back with a fresh vision. Designed as a family-friendly cultural festival\, the Faire creates paid opportunities for local artists\, makers\, and performers while offering accessible arts experiences for families across the Western Slope. \nWith early momentum and support from the Grand Junction Commission on Arts & Culture\, Deirdre is reimagining what this event can be—blending creativity\, community\, and economic opportunity for rural creatives. She’ll share what it takes to revive a beloved event\, build new partnerships\, and grow something sustainable from the ground up. \nAfter the spotlight\, we’ll move into rounds of 1:1 networking—a chance to share what you’re working on\, what you need help with\, and connect with fellow rural creatives.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-creative-connections-with-mesa-county-fantasy-faire/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260603T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260318T170024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T160733Z
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SUMMARY:June Demo Days
DESCRIPTION:Community members are encouraged to tune in to cheer on the five rural founders pitching in our second Demo Days of 2026! \nOur Demo Days event is a quarterly virtual pitch opportunity for Colorado founders to present their businesses to a panel of judges and audience of community members. Each founder delivers a four-minute pitch\, followed by three minutes of questions and brief feedback from the judges. Companies are scored on a simple one-to-five scale\, and a top-performing pitch is announced at the end of the event. \nFounders selected to pitch will compete for a cash award\, along with in-kind support opportunities that may include legal services\, mentorship\, and marketing packages. \nDemo Days are designed to offer meaningful exposure\, clear feedback\, and a streamlined pitching experience without the pressure of a full competition. \nApplications closed May 8th. \nTuning in to join the audience? Register here via Zoom\, or through the button at the top of the page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/virtual-demo-days/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260318T133311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T221552Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Women in Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community comes together for a virtual hour of connection. June’s co-host will be Heather Otter\, Executive Director SCAPE \nThis hour is casual\, fun\, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on\, share our stories\, and pool our resources to help each other get to that ‘next step’ on the long entrepreneurial road ahead. \nThe format is simple: \n\n15–20 minute talk from our co-host\nRounds of 1:1 connections with other community members\nCome and meet fellow women entrepreneurs from all over the state to discuss current topics and trends in business\n\nFree and open to all Colorado women working in business and business support. \nAbout Heather:  \nI started my career in education—first teaching high school\, then moving into adult education and technology training. That sparked my entrepreneurial side\, and I grew a small computer training business\, learning a lot about running a company along the way. From there\, I moved into the corporate world\, helping natural gas compression companies design hands-on training programs for their field teams. Those experiences gave me a strong foundation in scaling businesses\, workforce development\, and relationship-building\, which naturally led to my work in economic development here in Southwest Colorado—supporting entrepreneurs\, strengthening local companies\, and helping our communities thrive.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-9/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260702T120000
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CREATED:20260421T171500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T171500Z
UID:10000276-1782118800-1782993600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Telluride Venture Network 2026 Climate Solutions INVESTMENT Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Telluride Venture Network is committed to helping startups access funding to grow and scale. \nOur Climate Solutions Investment Bootcamp – a hybrid sprint program complete with a Pitch Day – is geared to helping founders secure meetings with engaged investors. \nIn our Bootcamp\, founders will: \n➡️ Build an investor pipeline \n➡️ Develop confidence talking to investors \n➡️ Deliver an on-stage pitch \n➡️ Attend an investor dinner
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/telluride-venture-network-2026-climate-solutions-investment-bootcamp/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Telluride Venture Network":MAILTO:annemarie@telluridefoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260624T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260329T221616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260329T221616Z
UID:10000265-1782318600-1782329400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Ascent Deep Tech Community Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Ascent Deep Tech Community Showcase brings together researchers\, investors and community supporters to highlight innovative deep tech startups spinning out of the University of Colorado. Attendees will have a chance to see pitches from each of the Ascent 2025 cohort startups\, followed by a networking happy hour.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/ascent-deep-tech-community-showcase/
LOCATION:Byron R. White Stadium Club at Folsom Field\, 2400 Colorado Ave\, Boulder\, CO\, 80305\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Venture Partners at CU Boulder":MAILTO:vpnews@colorado.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260512T155902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T155902Z
UID:10000282-1782468000-1782475200@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Tie & Tail Startup - Ages 8-18
DESCRIPTION:Tie & Tail Startup – La Junta\, CO Use upcycled materials to create either a tie toy for your pet or a blanket or pillow! Learn about small business as you calculate costs and understand pricing for handmade goods. Think sustainably by giving new life to old or unused materials. \nFREE \n10 am – 12 pm\nLa Junta Jr/Sr High School\n1817 Smithland Ave\, La Junta\, CO 81050\nFriday\, June 26th Ages 8-18
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/tie-tail-startup-ages-8-18/
LOCATION:La Junta Jr/Sr High School\, 1817 Smithland Ave\, La Junta\, CO\, 81050\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260422T181149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T181149Z
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SUMMARY:Application Deadline: Flagship Fellowship powered by Watson Institute
DESCRIPTION:The final application deadline for the Flagship Fellowship 2026\, powered by Watson Institute is June 28th! \nThis fully funded fellowship is designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow their business and expand their community impact! \nJoin a cohort of like-minded entrepreneurs for a 16- week virtual program. Gain access to expert led training\, mentorship\, pitch coaching and become a part of our global community of leaders.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/application-deadline-flagship-fellowship-powered-by-watson-institute/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Watson Institute":MAILTO:sandra@watson.is
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260701T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260512T165405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T165405Z
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SUMMARY:July Lean Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Join the Startup Colorado Community for our quarterly Lean Coffee online series (register here)—an interactive networking discussion that’s tailored to entrepreneurs from all industries. Each quarter\, we are featuring a co-host from the either the founder or funder world. These founders or funders will kick things off by explaining their niche\, how they got to where they are today\, and answering your questions in real time. \nThis month we’ll be joined by Keegan Drake. Keegan is the managing attorney of Drake Legal\, PLLC\, a boutique law firm serving businesses and individuals. Previously\, Keegan held roles at major law firms and global corporations. He earned a JD/MBA from Duke University\, where he was an editor of the law review. Keegan believes that although talent is everywhere in Colorado\, access to sophisticated legal advice is often limited to a handful of zip codes. As such\, he is passionate about closing that gap\, to bring big-firm caliber service to rural entrepreneurs and the communities that anchor them. An active member of the Colorado Bar Association\, Keegan also writes on topics specific to agricultural and natural resource assets. \nGoing from “idea” to “incorporation” can be difficult without a legal playbook. In this session\, we will discuss the basic checklist to comply with the law and build a framework for success. There is an interactive Q&A for founders to apply the conversation to their own situations.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/july-lean-coffee/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260702T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122104
CREATED:20260121T190341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T190341Z
UID:10000242-1782982800-1782986400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:XI Tech Connect: Coffee & Community
DESCRIPTION:​At Exponential Impact (XI)\, we believe that innovation thrives through connection. That’s why we host Tech Connect: Coffee & Community – a weekly gathering designed for tech-driven entrepreneurs\, founders\, and startups who are shaping the future through new and emerging technologies. \nWhether you’re developing AI solutions\, building robotics\, designing software\, or exploring ways to improve business operations\, this is your space to connect\, collaborate\, and share ideas with others on a similar journey. \nJoin us every Thursday\, 9:00–10:00 AM (through March 25th\, 2027) at Exponential Impact HQ\, 3650 N Nevada Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907. \nCome for the coffee. Stay for the community. Let’s build something great together.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/xi-tech-connect-coffee-community-3/
LOCATION:Exponential Impact HQ\, 3650 N Nevada Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exponential Impact":MAILTO:jmhorst@exponentialimpact.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260710T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260710T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260413T172402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T195632Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Women in Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Each month\, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community comes together for a virtual hour of connection. July’s co-host will be Maureen Rikhof\, co-owner of Carpe Construction and Ark Valley Pallet Company. \nThis hour is casual\, fun\, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on\, share our stories\, and pool our resources to help each other get to that ‘next step’ on the long entrepreneurial road ahead. \nThe format is simple: \n\n15–20 minute talk from our co-host\nRounds of 1:1 connections with other community members\nCome and meet fellow women entrepreneurs from all over the state to discuss current topics and trends in business\n\nFree and open to all Colorado women working in business and business support. \nAbout Maureen: \nMaureen Rikhof is an entrepreneur\, educator\, and La Junta City Council member who co-owns Carpe Construction and Ark Valley Pallet Company\, where she is deeply involved in building and operating businesses in a rural market. She also teaches business at Otero College\, bringing real-world experience into the classroom. With a background in leadership across higher education and nonprofits\, Maureen is passionate about entrepreneurship and supporting rural founders in creating sustainable\, impactful ventures.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-10/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking,Rural Women in Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T150000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260418T172233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260418T172803Z
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SUMMARY:Melty Bead Creations - How to Make Homemade Products that Sell!
DESCRIPTION:Join YouthBiz in this FREE workshop to learn to make successful handmade products! Participants will make products out of Melty Beads while learning about business best practices. \n• Materials provided\n• Take home your finished products\n• Learn about quality in products and how to outshine business competitors!\n• Age range 4th – 12th graders \nFor questions\, please contact MacKenzie King: \n(303) 321.5085\nmking@yacenter.org
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/melty-bead-creations-how-to-make-homemade-products-that-sell/
LOCATION:Brew Unto Others\, 119 S Main St\, Lamar\, CO\, 81052\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260513T162341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T162342Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Creative Connections: Meet the Verra App
DESCRIPTION:For our July Rural Creative Connections session\, we’re meeting Paul Spitzer from Durango. He’s the founder of Verra\, a social marketplace app for handmade goods rooted in authenticity\, creativity\, and community. \nPaul brings a unique mix of experience to this conversation. With a long career in technology and a background in art and design\, he approaches entrepreneurship through a deeply creative lens. He is also an active artist and photographer\, giving him firsthand insight into the needs\, challenges\, and opportunities facing makers and creative entrepreneurs. \nDuring this virtual session\, Paul will share more about Verra\, how the platform is being built to support handmade goods and the people who create them\, and what it means to design technology around trust\, storytelling\, and community. Verra is currently accepting new artists and makers\, and rural creatives are encouraged to attend\, explore the platform\, and consider whether it could be a fit for sharing and selling their work. \nWe’ll also open up space for conversation\, connection\, and resource-sharing among rural creatives across Colorado. \nJoin us to learn more about Verra\, connect with fellow creatives\, and explore how digital tools can help strengthen creative businesses and handmade economies.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-creative-connections-meet-the-verra-app/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
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SUMMARY:Call for AIQ ConComAI 2026 - Papers\, Speakers\, Sponsors
DESCRIPTION: more here: https://lnkd.in/gMT3NaQ2 \nThis is a call for content including video and other formats on solutions\, awards submissions and sponsors/exhibitors for the AIQ Conference on Communications (ConComAI) Symposium and AIQ Awards to be held August 14-15\, 2026 hybrid and onsite in Boulder\, Colorado at the new Limelight Hotel. \nThe theme is the impact of Agentic AI Wars – Winners – Losers and Scorched Earth\, Live AI Communications\, OnDemand\, Hybrid\, Virtual\, Digital and the Future including Contextual Content Communications\, Agentic AI\, AEO\, AGI\, AI\, AI Data Centers\, AI power\, AI infrastructure and the unknown. \nAccording to George Dyson in the book Turing’s Cathedral noted\,  \n“The paradox of artificial intelligence is that any system simple enough to be understandable is not complicated enough to behave intelligently\, and any system complicated enough to behave intelligently is not simple enough to understand. The path to artificial intelligence\, suggested Turing\, is to construct a machine with the curiosity of a child\, and let intelligence evolve.” \n#AI #chatbpt #openai #GTM
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/call-for-aiq-concomai-2026-papers-speakers-sponsors/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="AI User Forum":MAILTO:cross@gocross.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260305T200337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T224130Z
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SUMMARY:Call for AIQ ConComAI 2026 - Papers\, Speakers\, Sponsors
DESCRIPTION:This is a call for content including video and other formats on solutions\, awards submissions and sponsors/exhibitors for the AIQ Conference on Communications (ConComAI) Symposium and AIQ Awards to be held August 14-15\, 2026 hybrid and onsite in Boulder\, Colorado at the new Limelight Hotel. \nThe theme is the impact of Agentic AI Wars – Winners – Losers and Scorched Earth\, Live AI Communications\, OnDemand\, Hybrid\, Virtual\, Digital and the Future including Contextual Content Communications\, Agentic AI\, AEO\, AGI\, AI\, AI Data Centers\, AI power\, AI infrastructure and the unknown. \nAccording to George Dyson in the book Turing’s Cathedral noted\,  \n“The paradox of artificial intelligence is that any system simple enough to be understandable is not complicated enough to behave intelligently\, and any system complicated enough to behave intelligently is not simple enough to understand. The path to artificial intelligence\, suggested Turing\, is to construct a machine with the curiosity of a child\, and let intelligence evolve.” \n#AI #chatbpt #openai #GTM
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/call-for-aiq-concomai-2026-papers-speakers-sponsors-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20251227T182924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T182924Z
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SUMMARY:Colorado Startup Week
DESCRIPTION:Colorado Startup Week is a free\, community-driven celebration of bold ideas and entrepreneurial spirit—across Colorado and beyond. As the largest event of its kind in North America\, CSW brings together over 10\,000 founders\, investors\, creatives\, and changemakers for a week of learning\, inspiration\, and connection. \nDriven by the community\, for the community\, Colorado Startup Week unites the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem\, connects a global network of like-minded innovators\, and celebrates the people\, companies\, and ideas shaping what’s next. With hundreds of sessions spanning topics from robotics to fundraising\, CSW offers something for everyone who believes in building the future. \nAt Colorado Startup Week\, we are committed to creating an inclusive space where all attendees can connect\, learn\, and grow—regardless of gender identity\, gender expression\, race\, ability\, sexual orientation\, or any combination of those identities.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/colorado-startup-week/
LOCATION:Denver
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260121T002138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T162606Z
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SUMMARY:West Slope Startup Week
DESCRIPTION:West Slope Startup Week returns to Durango\, October 5-9th\, 2026! \nWest Slope Startup Week is five days of connection\, community\, and collaboration. This is event is FREE! Registration is open. \nExplore more at www.westslopestartupweek.com. \nCurrent Timeline:\n\nJune — Speakers apps are due on June 20! Apply now and join the lineup.\nJuly — Night Market apps open.\nAugust — Program Announced\nOctober — WSSW 🎉\n\nSponsorship inquiries: development@startupcolorado.org \nLeadership inquiries: olivia@startupcolorado.org \n— Stay subscribed for updates\n— Sponsor this event!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/west-slope-startup-week/
LOCATION:Downtown Durango
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260513T122105
CREATED:20260121T190442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T190442Z
UID:10000243-1799312400-1799316000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:XI Tech Connect: Coffee & Community
DESCRIPTION:​At Exponential Impact (XI)\, we believe that innovation thrives through connection. That’s why we host Tech Connect: Coffee & Community – a weekly gathering designed for tech-driven entrepreneurs\, founders\, and startups who are shaping the future through new and emerging technologies. \nWhether you’re developing AI solutions\, building robotics\, designing software\, or exploring ways to improve business operations\, this is your space to connect\, collaborate\, and share ideas with others on a similar journey. \nJoin us every Thursday\, 9:00–10:00 AM (through March 25th\, 2027) at Exponential Impact HQ\, 3650 N Nevada Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO 80907. \nCome for the coffee. Stay for the community. Let’s build something great together.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/xi-tech-connect-coffee-community-4/
LOCATION:Exponential Impact HQ\, 3650 N Nevada Ave\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80907\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exponential Impact":MAILTO:jmhorst@exponentialimpact.com
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