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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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SUMMARY:Virtual Pitch Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to pitch your business with confidence? Join us for a virtual Pitch Readiness Session with an expert coach. Whether you’re preparing for the Startup Colorado Pitch Competition at West Slope Startup Week or simply want to sharpen your business storytelling\, this session will help you refine your message and deliver it with clarity and impact. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow to introduce yourself and your company\nDefining the problem you’re solving\nExplaining your solution and business model\nUnderstanding your customer and market opportunity\nShowcasing key milestones and your team\nPerfecting “The Ask” – what you need and why it matters\nBest practices for presenting with confidence\n\nRSVP today!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/virtual-pitch-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T214457Z
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Mobile Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThinking of starting a food truck or cart in Colorado? While this model offers a quicker and less costly way to enter the food industry\, it requires business owners to navigate a heavily regulated and complex business environment. \n\n\nAbout This Event\nMobile food businesses have become a popular and more affordable way to get a small food business off the ground. But they also involve unique industry challenges in an evolving and competitive landscape. In this 4-part workshop\, find out all of the important information and considerations that should be made prior to opening your own mobile food business and how to avoid costly startup mistakes. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe options for acquiring a food truck or unit and how to decide which is best\nHow to navigate the complex regulatory field: agencies\, licenses\, and insurance\nPlanning a menu\, operations\, and workflow\nFinancials for the food industry\nSee how an actual mobile food unit works (in person or online)\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nIdeal For: \n\nAnybody who is considering starting a mobile food business\n\n\n\nMore Information\nCourse Format \n\nDuration: 4 weeks\, $95\nDelivery: virtual (with option of attending final session in person in Olathe)\nStructure: One live class each week with a specific topical focus
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-start-a-mobile-food-business/2026-04-27/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260425T140000
DTSTAMP:20260409T135931Z
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SUMMARY:YouthBiz Spring Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses supporting small businesses! Join Young Americans Center in championing a community of support for youth entrepreneurs taking charge of their business ventures. A family-friendly community event where you can directly patron small businesses and participate in our various games and activities available. \nNow offering peer mentorship connections for all participating vendors wherever assistance is needed on their entrepreneurial journey. Vendors of similar ages will be paired together to encourage and grow each other’s businesses and support each other day of marketplace.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/youthbiz-spring-marketplace/
LOCATION:Young Americans Center\, 3550 E 1st Ave\, Denver\, CO\, 80206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260423T160000
DTSTAMP:20260318T214545Z
CREATED:20260318T214545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T214545Z
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SUMMARY:Business Plan in a Day
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nA business plan is a crucial document that has many uses both internally and externally. It changes and evolves throughout the lifespan of your business with its goals and needs. \n\n\nAbout This Event\nA business plan can help you get funding\, bring in new business partners\, or serve as a roadmap for each stage of starting and managing your business. During this live\, in-person class\, we will guide you in creating your own business plan. We will cover all the elements of writing a plan including the executive summary\, company description\, market analysis\, competitive analysis\, S.W.O.T. analysis\, service or product line\, marketing plan\, operations\, management\, and financial projections. \nRegistration for this class includes a 1-month free subscription to LIVEPLAN\, an online business plan creation platform. LivePlan integrates useful tools and technology such as AI\, sample business plans\, bookkeeping software integration (such as Quickbooks)\, industry data\, and financial projections to help build your business plan. \n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nBusiness owners of startup or existing businesses who plan to acquire funding or create a roadmap for the success of their business. \n\n\nMore Information\nThis class takes place in person at 145 S Cascade Ave\, Montrose\, CO.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/business-plan-in-a-day/
LOCATION:Region 10 Montrose Office\, 145 S Cascade Ave\, Montrose\, CO\, 81401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260421T163000
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SUMMARY:Credit Builder - First Southwest Community Fund
DESCRIPTION:FREE Zoom workshop \nPresented in English with simultaneous translation into Spanish \nCredit Builder Session \nApril 21st 2026 \n2:30-4:00pm \nCredit is a tool\, whether you have no credit\, limited credit\, or negative credit\, learn how to use it to make wiser financial decisions and achieve your financial goals. Join us to ask those questions you need answered for your credit journey and start building a relationship with a trusted partner. \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/hEU7q1ucgnHcfiTf6\nAfter you register\, you will receive an email with the Zoom link\n_________________________________\nTaller GRATUITO por Zoom \nPresentado en inglés con traducción simultánea al español \nTaller de Creación de Crédito \n21 de abril de 2026 \n2:30 a 4:00 pm \nEl crédito es una herramienta\, ya sea que no tenga crédito\, tenga crédito limitado o tenga crédito negativo\, aprenda a usarlo para tomar decisiones financieras más sabias y alcanzar sus metas financieras. Únase a nosotros para hacer las preguntas que necesita respuestas para su recorrido crediticio y comience a construir una relación con un socio de confianza. \nEnlace de Inscripcion https://forms.gle/hEU7q1ucgnHcfiTf6\nDespues que se inscriba\, recibira un email con el enlace a Zoom
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/credit-builder-first-southwest-community-fund/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Mobile Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThinking of starting a food truck or cart in Colorado? While this model offers a quicker and less costly way to enter the food industry\, it requires business owners to navigate a heavily regulated and complex business environment. \n\n\nAbout This Event\nMobile food businesses have become a popular and more affordable way to get a small food business off the ground. But they also involve unique industry challenges in an evolving and competitive landscape. In this 4-part workshop\, find out all of the important information and considerations that should be made prior to opening your own mobile food business and how to avoid costly startup mistakes. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe options for acquiring a food truck or unit and how to decide which is best\nHow to navigate the complex regulatory field: agencies\, licenses\, and insurance\nPlanning a menu\, operations\, and workflow\nFinancials for the food industry\nSee how an actual mobile food unit works (in person or online)\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nIdeal For: \n\nAnybody who is considering starting a mobile food business\n\n\n\nMore Information\nCourse Format \n\nDuration: 4 weeks\, $95\nDelivery: virtual (with option of attending final session in person in Olathe)\nStructure: One live class each week with a specific topical focus
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-start-a-mobile-food-business/2026-04-20/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260417T100000
DTSTAMP:20260402T030100Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T030100Z
UID:10000252-1776416400-1776420000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Friday Reset: Yoga & Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Join Sarah Woodward\, co-owner of Thrive Yoga Summit in Frisco\, for a virtual yoga and meditation class designed to help you ease into the weekend! This all-levels session is open to our community. \nRunning a business is a marathon\, not a sprint\, and taking a moment to step away from the hustle is vital for long-term progress. Through slow\, mindful movement and a grounding meditation\, we’ll reset together as a community of founders and entrepreneurs. This event is free to everyone\, and while props are welcome\, they are not necessary to participate. \nFriday\, April 17 | 9-10am | Virtual \nRegister here.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/virtual-friday-reset-yoga-meditation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T170000
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SUMMARY:How to Launch Your Business: A Startup Checklist
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nReady to start a business? Here is everything you need to know to go from idea to launch. \n\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. \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-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T214457Z
CREATED:20260318T214457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T214457Z
UID:10000258-1776078000-1776081600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:How to Start a Mobile Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThinking of starting a food truck or cart in Colorado? While this model offers a quicker and less costly way to enter the food industry\, it requires business owners to navigate a heavily regulated and complex business environment. \n\n\nAbout This Event\nMobile food businesses have become a popular and more affordable way to get a small food business off the ground. But they also involve unique industry challenges in an evolving and competitive landscape. In this 4-part workshop\, find out all of the important information and considerations that should be made prior to opening your own mobile food business and how to avoid costly startup mistakes. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe options for acquiring a food truck or unit and how to decide which is best\nHow to navigate the complex regulatory field: agencies\, licenses\, and insurance\nPlanning a menu\, operations\, and workflow\nFinancials for the food industry\nSee how an actual mobile food unit works (in person or online)\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nIdeal For: \n\nAnybody who is considering starting a mobile food business\n\n\n\nMore Information\nCourse Format \n\nDuration: 4 weeks\, $95\nDelivery: virtual (with option of attending final session in person in Olathe)\nStructure: One live class each week with a specific topical focus
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-start-a-mobile-food-business/2026-04-13/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260318T214457Z
CREATED:20260318T214457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T214457Z
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SUMMARY:How to Start a Mobile Food Business
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThinking of starting a food truck or cart in Colorado? While this model offers a quicker and less costly way to enter the food industry\, it requires business owners to navigate a heavily regulated and complex business environment. \n\n\nAbout This Event\nMobile food businesses have become a popular and more affordable way to get a small food business off the ground. But they also involve unique industry challenges in an evolving and competitive landscape. In this 4-part workshop\, find out all of the important information and considerations that should be made prior to opening your own mobile food business and how to avoid costly startup mistakes. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe options for acquiring a food truck or unit and how to decide which is best\nHow to navigate the complex regulatory field: agencies\, licenses\, and insurance\nPlanning a menu\, operations\, and workflow\nFinancials for the food industry\nSee how an actual mobile food unit works (in person or online)\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\nIdeal For: \n\nAnybody who is considering starting a mobile food business\n\n\n\nMore Information\nCourse Format \n\nDuration: 4 weeks\, $95\nDelivery: virtual (with option of attending final session in person in Olathe)\nStructure: One live class each week with a specific topical focus
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-start-a-mobile-food-business/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260402T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260402T100000
DTSTAMP:20260121T190256Z
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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-2/
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:20260401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260401T100000
DTSTAMP:20260223T170734Z
CREATED:20260129T165939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T170734Z
UID:10000246-1775034000-1775037600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY: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 Morgan Moutrie\, founder of Colorado Smell Goods Morgan is a Leadville-based entrepreneur and new mom who traded her professional camera for candle pours in 2022. Since launching Colorado Smell Goods\, she’s navigated the “messy” learning curve of scaling a product brand through wholesale\, digital marketing\, and a lot of trial and error. \nComing from a photography background\, Morgan realized early on that while a service-based founder is the business\, a product needs a soul of its own to connect with people when the maker isn’t in the room. By narrowing her focus and becoming a “master of one” first\, she’s built an elevated brand identity that stands out. Morgan is a firm believer that your mission and core values aren’t just fluff—they are the North Star that helps you make every strategic decision with confidence. \nThe format of Lean Coffee is simple: \n\n20-minute workshop from our co-host\n10 minutes for Q/A so you can get feedback\nBreakout Room with other community members to connect and share ideas\nYou suggest the topics\, and we’ll cover a couple of impromptu business subjects (AI\, Digital Marketing\, you name it!)\n\nWhether you’re seeking advice\, or just eager to connect with fellow entrepreneurs across the state\, Lean Coffee is the perfect place to engage\, learn\, and grow. Join us to meet like-minded founders and tackle the topics that matter most to your business. \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/lean-coffee/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260313T100000
DTSTAMP:20260306T164310Z
CREATED:20260216T160002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T164310Z
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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. March’s co-host will be Lauren Czaplicki\, founder of Fungal Solutions- Wildfire Ltd! \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 Lauren: \nLauren Czaplicki is an entrepreneur and founder of Fungal Solutions – Wildfire Ltd.\, a wildfire mitigation and land resilience company serving Southwest Colorado. She launched her business to challenge the status quo of “cut and burn” fire mitigation by developing water-wise\, living fire barrier systems that convert woody debris into soil\, upcycling flammable woodchips into fire barriers\, erosion control features\, and passive irrigation systems that strengthen landscapes over time. \nLauren works primarily with 5–35 acre landowners and HOAs\, coordinating strategic thinning and implementing fungal fuels treatments that reduce risk while enhancing property value. Her work blends science\, contracting\, and ecological design and reflects her passion for building innovative\, mission-driven businesses in traditionally male-dominated industries. Her background is in Environmental Engineering and this is her second company. \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here\, or through the ‘register’ button at the top of the page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260303T181930Z
CREATED:20260109T001007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T181930Z
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SUMMARY:March Demo Day
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to cheer on the five rural founders pitching in our first 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. \nJoin us on Zoom. RSVP here!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/march-demo-day/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260304T100000
DTSTAMP:20260220T205714Z
CREATED:20260220T205714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T205714Z
UID:10000249-1772614800-1772618400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:How to Launch Your Business: A Startup Checklist
DESCRIPTION:Thinking 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. \nTaught by Callie Koch\, Program Manager for the Colorado SBDC serving the West Central region. \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. \n\n\nMeet your host\nSBDC \nProgram Manager \nCO SBDC serving West Central region \ncallie@region10.net \n(970) 765-3139
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-launch-your-business-a-startup-checklist/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTSTAMP:20260303T182329Z
CREATED:20251205T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T182329Z
UID:10000167-1772582400-1772755199@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Weld County Startup Colorado Roadtrip
DESCRIPTION:Startup Colorado is hitting the road\, bringing the top business resources\, knowledge\, and networking opportunities to your hometown. Join us for this event series\, spotlighting access to capital\, digital transformation\, and connectivity in Rural Colorado. Our next stop will be in-person in Weld County (Greeley specifically)\, March 4-5th 2026! \nThis three-day event aims to equip founders with hands-on support and education\, strengthen the local entrepreneurial ecosystem\, spotlight the innovation that is already taking place in the area\, and expand access to funding and bringing new opportunities to the area. \nThis event is open to founders at every stage and from every corner of the state! \nYou can learn more and see our full agenda here: https://startupcolorado.org/roadtrip/weld-county-roadtrip/ \nLooking to get involved or have questions? Reach out to us at Olivia@StartupColorado.org
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/weld-county-startup-colorado-roadtrip/
LOCATION:Greeley
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260123T234753Z
CREATED:20251120T210044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T234753Z
UID:10000159-1771977600-1772236799@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Rural Startup Days
DESCRIPTION:Join us in La Junta\, February 25-27th\, for Rural Startup Days! \nThis is a completely free\, multi-day event designed to activate the Southeast entrepreneurial community by providing educational sessions\, local showcases\, and networking opportunities! Rural Startup Days spotlights the joy of supporting small businesses and a thriving community by shopping local\, building community\, and network with fellow founders in and around the La Junta area. \nExplore the event details (schedule\, locations\, speakers\, etc.) \nRural Startup Days is proudly organized by Startup Colorado.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-startup-days/
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260213T100000
DTSTAMP:20251215T174403Z
CREATED:20251212T175020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T174403Z
UID:10000170-1770973200-1770976800@startupcolorado.org
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. February’s meetup will be co-hosted by Kristine Carey of Naturally Colorado. \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\nAbout our co-host: \nKristine Carey is Executive Director of Naturally Colorado\, where she leads strategy\, programming\, and community-building for the state’s thriving natural and organic products ecosystem. She is also the founder of Brand Guide\, where she helps CPG startups and growth-stage companies define their brand voice\, craft authentic messaging\, and build long-term customer connections. \nPreviously\, Kristine served as Vice President of Marketing at MyChelle Dermaceuticals and Healthy Skoop\, leading product launches and brand growth strategies. With two decades of experience in branding\, marketing\, and community leadership\, Kristine is passionate about helping mission-driven businesses grow with clarity\, creativity\, and purpose. \nFree and open to all Colorado women working in business and business support. \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here\, or through the ‘register’ button at the top of the page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-6/
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260107T214741Z
CREATED:20260106T230944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T214741Z
UID:10000173-1770811200-1770814800@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Pitch Workshop with Jolene Collins
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to pitch your business with confidence? Join us for a virtual Pitch Readiness Session with expert coach Jolene Collins. Whether you’re preparing for the Startup Colorado Pitch Competition at West Slope Startup Week or simply want to sharpen your business storytelling\, this session will help you refine your message and deliver it with clarity and impact. \nWhat you’ll learn: \n\nHow to introduce yourself and your company\nDefining the problem you’re solving\nExplaining your solution and business model\nUnderstanding your customer and market opportunity\nShowcasing key milestones and your team\nPerfecting “The Ask” – what you need and why it matters\nBest practices for presenting with confidence\n\n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/pitch-practice/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260206T233000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260206T233000
DTSTAMP:20251205T194514Z
CREATED:20251205T164205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T194514Z
UID:10000166-1770420600-1770420600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Apply to pitch at Naturally Rising: The Conscious Business Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:APPLICATIONS TO PITCH AT THE NATURALLY RISING: CONSCIOUS BUSINESS PITCH COMPETTION ARE NOW OPEN. DEADLINE TO APPLY IS FEBRUARY 6TH.  \n\nINFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT BELOW: \n\nWelcome to Naturally Colorado’s 21st Annual Pitch Slam\, now called Naturally Rising “The Conscious Business Pitch Competition”! Come cheer on your favorite brands as they compete for a generous prize package and title of Pitch Competition winner. Sample the latest and greatest new innovative products from the local community. \n\nParking—\n100 parking spaces are available directly in front of venue. We recommend arriving early if you’d like to secure one of these spots. Otherwise\, there will be overflow parking at Arvada High School (2 blocks from the venue). \nSchedule —\n4:30 pm: Doors open\n4:30 – 6:00 pm: Networking\, buffet dinner by Footers Catering\, cash bar\, explore exhibitors in Innovation Showcase\n6:15 pm: Program begins\n7:45 pm: Program ends\n7:45 – 9:00 pm: Networking\, explore exhibitors\, celebrate our winners!\n9:00 pm: Event Ends \nPitch Competition —\nFive entrepreneurs will pitch their young companies to a panel of experts as hundreds of audience members join us from across the country. Each competitor has 3 minutes to pitch\, 3 minutes of Q&A from the judges and the same goal: to win a free booth at New Hope’s Newtopia Now 2026\, a guaranteed opportunity to pitch at the Naturally Network National Pitch Slam\, and a robust suite of business services from our sponsor community! The deadline to apply is February 6th. \nAPPLY TO PITCH HERE.\n\nInnovation Showcase —\nThis event also provides established member brands the opportunity to share new products in the Innovation Showcase\, our tabletop show. The Innovation Showcase expo hall will be filled with opportunities for guests to sample products and learn about interesting new products and services. \nInnovation showcase applications are open now through 11:55 pm March 10th. Apply here. \nSponsorship Opportunities —\nIf you’re interested in sponsoring the event\, please check out the sponsorship opportunities we have available by emailing kristine@naturallycolorado.org! \nA note on ticket prices:\nAs a non-profit organization\, we rely on the revenue from our signature events to help support us throughout the year so that we can continue to produce educational events and programming\, such as the mentorship matching program. We appreciate your support of our continued efforts to support our members in the natural and organic products community. If purchasing a ticket would cause financial hardship\, please email info@naturallycolorado.org to discuss volunteer opportunities in exchange for entry to the event. \n\nIf your company is a Silver level or higher partner of Naturally Colorado\, please check your inbox for your complimentary ticket information. Please email Taylor Dewitt\, Naturally Colorado Community Engagement Manager\, at taylor@naturallycolorado.org if you have any questions. \nTicket schedule: \nEarly Registration through March 3rd\n$75 for Members\n$100 for Non-Members \nRegular Registration March 4th – March 31st\n$85 for Members\n$110 for Non-Members \nLate Registration April 1st – April 21st\n$105 for Members\n$130 for Non-Members \nEvent Day Registration on April 22nd\n$145 for All
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/apply-to-pitch-at-naturally-rising-the-conscious-business-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Social Capitol\, 6543 Wadsworth Blvd\, Arvada\, CO\, 80003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260203T130000
DTSTAMP:20260305T200413Z
CREATED:20260305T200413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T200413Z
UID:10000239-1770120000-1770123600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:How to Star Your Business: A Startup Checklist
DESCRIPTION:About 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. \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.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/how-to-star-your-business-a-startup-checklist/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260305T200516Z
CREATED:20260305T200516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T200516Z
UID:10000244-1769774400-1769779800@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Inclusive by Design
DESCRIPTION:Are your events truly welcoming to everyone you want in the room?\n\n\nIn today’s world\, inclusive events are more than a nice gesture — they’re essential. With nearly 29% of U.S. adults living with a visible or invisible disability—it’s critical to design events that foster accessibility\, belonging\, and engagement.\n\n\nIn this practical session\, you’ll learn:\n\n How to create accessible events that drive attendance & satisfaction.\n Where to focus your efforts when you can’t do it all.\n Strategies to foster inclusion and belonging — during and after your events.\n\n\n\nMeet the Presenter:\nChrysta Bairre is a speaker\, author\, and founder of She Goes High\, a Northern Colorado leadership community that hosts 30+ accessible events a year.\n\n\n\nLet’s build events that welcome everyone—and reflect the communities we serve.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/inclusive-by-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="NOCOBIZ CONNECT":MAILTO:info@monarcagroupco.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260122T100000
DTSTAMP:20260121T190102Z
CREATED:20260113T163213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T190102Z
UID:10000176-1769072400-1769076000@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/
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:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260121T110000
DTSTAMP:20260113T163136Z
CREATED:20260113T163136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T163136Z
UID:10000175-1768989600-1768993200@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Spring XI Accelerator Virtual Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:January 21st | 10:00–11:00 AM (MT) | Virtual \n​Ready for exponential growth? Join Exponential Impact (XI) for a live Virtual Q&A to learn how the Spring XI Accelerator helps emerging technology founders build companies that scale with purpose – and last. \n​The XI Accelerator is a Colorado-based\, low-fee\, no-equity program designed for founders who are serious about disciplined growth. We take a holistic approach to scaling\, combining the digital mechanics of growth with the human elements of leadership\, decision-making\, and execution. The goal is simple: help founders build strong\, sustainable companies – without shortcuts. \n​Who the XI Accelerator is for \n​The program is built exclusively for emerging technology startups with a working MVP. We welcome founders from any industry\, as long as technology is central to the business model – whether you’re working in AI\, IoT\, hardware\, platforms\, or tech-enabled solutions modernizing traditional industries. \n​What this Virtual Q&A will cover \n\n\n​A clear overview of the Spring XI Accelerator \n\n\n​What XI looks for in applicants \n\n\n​How the program supports founders from start to scale \n\n\n​Time commitment\, expectations\, and outcomes \n\n\n​Live Q&A—ask the questions that matter to you \n\n\n​This session is straightforward and founder-focused. No fluff. No sales pitch. Just honest answers and clarity to help you decide if the XI Accelerator is the right next step for your startup. \n​If you’re building in Colorado and ready to scale with intention\, this is where it starts.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/spring-xi-accelerator-virtual-qa-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Exponential Impact":MAILTO:jmhorst@exponentialimpact.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20251202T200654Z
CREATED:20251202T200601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T200654Z
UID:10000163-1768498200-1768505400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:WSSW Hometown Event: Durango
DESCRIPTION:Let’s kick off an amazing year full of opportunities to grow\, connect\, and succeed with our first West Slope Startup Week event of 2026!! This Hometown Event will be hosted at EsoTerra Ciderworks (558 Main Ave\, Durango) from 5:30-7:30pm on January 15th. \nJoin Startup Colorado’s Vanessa McCrann and EsoTerra Co-Founder Elizabeth Philbrick for an evening of New Year Intention Setting and a Snowdown Costume Hat Workshop! A sewing machine\, glue guns\, and miscellaneous materials will be provided\, but please feel free to bring your own supplies as well. \nThis event will not only kick off our WSSW26 events\, but will also be the final event hosted at EsoTerra Ciderworks before they close their downtown location at the end of Snowdown (to focus on their new Arboretum location!). \nWe’ll see you in January for an evening of crafting and community! \n🗓️ January 15th | 5:30-7:30 pm \n📍EsoTerra Ciderworks | 558 Main Ave\, Durango
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/wssw-hometown-event-durango/
LOCATION:EsoTerra Ciderworks\, 558 Main Ave\, Durango\, 81301
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260115T113000
DTSTAMP:20251215T202726Z
CREATED:20251202T181417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T202726Z
UID:10000165-1768471200-1768476600@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Belonging Prospects Info Session
DESCRIPTION:The Belonging Prospects Info Session is a great opportunity for prospective applicants of the Belong @ Startup Colorado accelerator program to gain valuable details about the program’s timelines\, curriculum\, and expectations. \nLearn more about Belonging Colorado’s partnership with Startup Colorado here. \n  \n🗓️ Thursday\, January 15th | 10:00-11:30am \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here\, or through the ‘register’ button at the top of the page. \n  \n 
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/belonging-prospects-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260109T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260109T100000
DTSTAMP:20260106T212935Z
CREATED:20251202T183251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T212935Z
UID:10000162-1767949200-1767952800@startupcolorado.org
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. January’s meetup will be co-hosted by Cory Warden\, founder of Legacy Lab App. \nEach month\, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community gathers to have a virtual networking conversation. This 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\nAbout our co-host: \nCory Warden is the founder of Legacy Lab App\, the Estate Organizer. Like many people\, Cory didn’t fully understand how critical it is to have a clear legacy plan in place until her mom passed away and she suddenly found herself responsible for settling the estate. That experience opened her eyes to how overwhelming and painful the process can be without essential information organized and accessible. \nToday\, Cory’s mission is to educate the two-thirds of adults who don’t have a will and encourage them not to wait for a crisis to get prepared. She created the Legacy Lab App to make that preparation easier: a secure\, user-friendly tool that helps individuals organize important documents\, decisions\, and wishes in one place. When the time comes\, the right people can access what they need so loved ones can act with clarity\, confidence\, and peace of mind. \nFree and open to all Colorado women working in business and business support. \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here\, or through the ‘register’ button at the top of the page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-5/
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260106T212735Z
CREATED:20251117T204033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T212735Z
UID:10000158-1767776400-1767780000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:January 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 funding world. These representatives will kick things off by explaining how specific funding programs work and answering your questions in real time. \nThis month we’ll be joined by Juan Carlos Rosales de la Garza from CEDS Finance. Juan is a Senior Investment Officer at CEDS Finance\, a nonprofit CDFI and SBA-certified lender in the Denver metro area\, where he leads small-business lending and credit analysis focused on underserved and low- to moderate-income entrepreneurs. He holds a Master’s degree in Finance from Harvard University and a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Texas\, with prior experience in mergers and acquisitions\, financial analysis\, and risk assessment within international companies. He applies this global and analytical background to mission-driven lending\, combining responsible capital deployment with financial education and technical assistance to support business sustainability\, job creation\, and equitable access to capital. \nA note from Juan: Debt and equity topics can feel overwhelming\, so helping founders know what to ask makes a big difference. The most common questions I usually hear fall around readiness and what funders/investors actually look for. In very simple terms\, one thing we can help clarify is that equity investors are usually looking for long-term growth and future profits\, and they don’t expect repayment right away. Debt financing is different—lenders focus more on current cash flow and the ability to start making payments right away. \nNot sure how Juan can help you and your business\, here are some questions to consider or ask Juan on the call!: \n\nHow do I know if my business is ready for a loan or an investor?\nWhat do lenders look at when deciding whether to approve a loan?\nWhat do investors look for before putting money into a business?\nWhat’s the real difference between equity investment and debt financing?\nWhen does it make more sense to take on debt instead of giving up ownership?\nWhat numbers should I have a handle on before talking to a lender or investor?\n\n  \nThe format of Lean Coffee is simple: \n\n20-minute workshop from our co-host about funding strategy and resources\n10 minutes for Q/A so you can get feedback\nBreakout Room with other community members to connect and share ideas\nYou suggest the topics\, and we’ll cover a couple of impromptu business subjects (AI\, Digital Marketing\, you name it!)\n\nWhether you’re looking for funding\, seeking advice\, or just eager to connect with fellow entrepreneurs across the state\, Lean Coffee is the perfect place to engage\, learn\, and grow. Join us to meet like-minded founders and tackle the topics that matter most to your business. \nPlease register through Zoom: linked here. \n 
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/january-lean-coffee/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20251219T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20251219T153000
DTSTAMP:20251210T012308Z
CREATED:20251210T012308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T012308Z
UID:10000169-1766154600-1766158200@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Finance Friday
DESCRIPTION:About This Event\nAre you ignoring the money side of your business? Don’t leave this important area of your business for someone else to manage. Take control! Knowledge is power! Learn about all aspects of your business’s accounting \, from micro to macro\, and stay on top of your finances. Every month\, we discuss a different topic related to small business accounting that will help you with everything from managing your day-to-day bookkeeping to scaling your company and everything in between. \n\n\nMore Information\nMeet Our Facilitator Kelly Johnston \nKelly is a valued member of the West Central SBDC workshop facilitator team\, teaching bookkeeping\, cash flow\, and accounting boot camps. She also serves as a West Central SBDC consultant. She graduated from the Leading Edge business planning series and her business has grown exponentially ever since. She is experienced in both the public accounting and private industry accounting fields. Her background includes a bachelor’s in finance and a master’s in accounting\, with experience in the healthcare industry with critical access hospitals and physician offices\, audit and tax preparation. Her education and experience add value to new start up organizations\, developing businesses\, and healthcare entities by creating a strong financial reporting set up and assisting in new financial reports. \n\n\nMeet your host\nSBDC \ncallie@region10.net
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/finance-friday/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference,Networking
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