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SUMMARY:Passing the Torch: Navigating Business Transition and Growth Through Employee Ownership
DESCRIPTION:Join us along with Minsun Ji\, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Employee Ownership Colorado (RMEOC)\, to address critical pathways for sustainable business growth and succession planning by exploring employee ownership models. Designed for both startup groups and retiring business owners\, the session highlights actionable strategies for navigating business transitions and structuring employee-led organizations. \nLed by insights from Minsun\, the webinar addresses major industry hurdles\, including complex financing structures and the lack of accessible\, cost-free platforms for business listings. Participants will gain a clear understanding of practical solutions for these challenges\, supported by recent data and ecosystem feedback in Colorado. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nNavigating Transitions: How retiring owners can seamlessly sell their businesses to their employees.\nOvercoming Financial Barriers: Insights into emerging financing options and no-charge business services.\nA Proven Roadmap: A step-by-step breakdown of RMEOC’s conversion process\, including:\nFeasibility Assessment: Evaluating viability and financial health.\nGovernance Structures: Designing fair\, collective leadership frameworks.\nCo-op Education: Empowering employee-owners for long-term operational success.\n\nAbout Minsun:\nMinsun Ji (Ph.D.) is a labor-community organizer\, activist scholar and popular educator. She has long experience in non-profit management and employee ownership efforts. Minsun was a graduate program director of the Center for New Directions in Politics and Public Policy in the Political Science Department at the University of Colorado Denver where she created graduate program tracks in the social economy and community-labor organizing to grow leaders of social economy-labor organizing in Colorado. Minsun organized immigrant janitors\, immigrant day laborers and domestic workers and she was the founder and the executive director of Denver’s first worker center\, El Centro Humanitario para los Trabajadores (Humanitarian Center for Workers).
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/passing-the-torch-navigating-business-transition-and-growth-through-employee-ownership/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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SUMMARY:Colorado Capital: Funding opportunities you may be missing out on- a high level overview of funding opportunities offered through OEDIT
DESCRIPTION:Most business owners in Colorado are leaving money on the table…not because the capital isn’t there\, but because they don’t know about it. This workshop series is here to change that.  Each session will explore different Colorado-specific capital opportunities that could make a serious difference in your business and how to apply for it. \n In this second session\, we will provide attendees with a high level overview of several of the funding opportunities offered through the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT)\, specifically the Colorado Startup Loan Fund\, CLIMBER\, Colorado Credit Reserve and Cash Collateral Support\, and finally the Colorado State Small Business Credit Initiative.  Attendees will walk away with a “Program Fit” worksheet to clearly understand their application readiness for each program and next steps. \nAbout our presenter:\nOwner of Jackalope Events\, Kiki Hooton works on corporate and community event planning\, finding joy in turning ordinary events into the magical.  Kiki has worked in the venture and startup ecosystem for nearly 10 years\, and has planned everything from three day venture summits to singles auctions to support small businesses. In her free time\, you’ll find her hanging with her dog\, Cheddar.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/colorado-capital-funding-opportunities-you-may-be-missing-out-on-a-high-level-overview-of-funding-opportunities-offered-through-oedit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260717T120000
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SUMMARY:From Trash to Treasure - How to Start an Upcycling Business
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn to make high quality\, market-ready products from recycled materials. They will build a product to take home\, while learning how an upcycling business helps the planet…and your wallet!! \nAges 10 – 18 \nLunch is provided at 12!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/from-trash-to-treasure-how-to-start-an-upcycling-business/
LOCATION:Nature and Wildlife Discovery Center – Pueblo Mountain Park Campus\, 9112 Pueblo Mountain Park Rd.\, Beulah\, CO\, 81023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260723T090000
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SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Access to capital can make the difference between a business that is surviving and one that is thriving. Half the battle is knowing about the funding opportunities that are available\, the other half is putting together a strong application. We’re here to help with both. \nIn this info session\, we will share information about our upcoming 5-week Capital Bootcamp\, where Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. The bootcamp allows for drop-ins on a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. \nIn this information session we will cover: \n– An overview of the state funding programs that exist and qualifications for each program\n-A detailed schedule of the Capital Bootcamp and what each session will cover\n-A review of the Capital Ready certification and how it works \nAbout our presenter:\nKiki Hooton: Owner of Jackalope Events\, Kiki works on corporate and community event planning\, finding joy in turning ordinary events into the magical. Kiki has worked in the venture and startup ecosystem for nearly 10 years\, and has planned everything from three day venture summits to singles auctions. In her free time\, you’ll find her hanging with her dog\, Cheddar.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
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SUMMARY:Starting Blocks Customer Discovery Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you have an innovation that could make a difference? Whether a researcher\, entrepreneur\, inventor or problem solver\, the National Science Foundation’s I-Corps Starting Blocks Customer Discovery Workshop at Venture Partners at CU Boulder can help you transform your concept into a successful venture.  \nAll are welcome—CU affiliation is not required.  \nOffered as part of the National Science Foundation (NSF) I-Corps™ Hub West\, this workshop is for anyone from a research or community institution—not just CU—motivated to bring their ideas to life\, secure funding and create lasting impact. Over three weeks\, gain a deeper understanding of the commercialization process\, test your ideas with real potential customers and accelerate your journey toward bringing your idea to market.  \nIn person in Boulder July 31 and Aug. 14\, virtual session Aug. 7\, application deadline July 24. 
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/starting-blocks-customer-discovery-workshop/
LOCATION:Boulder
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ORGANIZER;CN="Venture Partners at CU Boulder":MAILTO:vpnews@colorado.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260724T150000
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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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SUMMARY:Credit Builder Session/Taller de Creación De Credito
DESCRIPTION:FREE Zoom workshop \nPresented in English with simultaneous translation into Spanish \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/xzbRfJFQxUuvqpS37\n_________________________________\nTaller GRATUITO por Zoom \nPresentado en inglés con traducción simultánea al español \nTaller de Creación de Crédito \n28 de julio 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/xzbRfJFQxUuvqpS37
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/credit-builder-session-taller-de-creacion-de-credito/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T130000
DTSTAMP:20260514T195124Z
CREATED:20260513T162341Z
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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,Rural Creative Collective
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260805T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260610T185314Z
CREATED:20260609T151151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T185314Z
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SUMMARY:Financing Manufacturing Growth: Capital\, Equipment\, and Expansion
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers often face challenges with financing equipment\, scaling production\, and managing cash flow. In this workshop\, experts from B:Side University\, U.S. Bank\, and Manufacturer’s Edge will provide an overview of financing options—including SBA loans\, equipment financing\, and working capital solutions—along with operational support available to help businesses improve efficiency and grow.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/financing-manufacturing-growth-capital-equipment-and-expansion/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Conference
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ORGANIZER;CN="B%3ASide Capital":MAILTO:slopez@bside.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260805T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260805T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T192229Z
CREATED:20260522T143824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T192229Z
UID:10000291-1785931200-1785934800@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:August Pitch Workshop with Startup Colorado
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to pitch your business with confidence? Join us for a virtual Pitch Readiness Session facilitated by Startup Colorado’s Ecosystem Development & Parterships Director\, Mark Madic. Mark is the event lead for our Pitch Series and has years of experience coaching founders as the prepare to take the stage. \nWhether you’re preparing for a Pitch Competition 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
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/august-pitch-readiness-workshop-with-startup-colorado/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTSTAMP:20260305T200300Z
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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: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;TZID=America/Denver:20260820T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260820T103000
DTSTAMP:20260610T235024Z
CREATED:20260608T183025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T235024Z
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SUMMARY:Colorado Capital: Funding Opportunities You May Be Missing Out On - Colorado Startup Loan Fund (CSLF) with RMMFI
DESCRIPTION:Colorado Capital: Funding Opportunities You May Be Missing Out On – Colorado Startup Loan Fund (CSLF) with RMMFI \nThursday\, August 20th | 9am-10am \nMost business owners in Colorado are leaving money on the table…not because the capital isn’t there\, but because they don’t know about it. This workshop series is here to change that.  Each session will explore different Colorado-specific capital opportunities that could make a serious difference in your business and how to apply for it. \n In this third session\, we will explore the Colorado Startup Loan Fund\, which is deployed by Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and non-profit lenders across the state\, like Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute (RMMFI). RMMFI will provide a simple\, actionable framework for thinking through business readiness\, customer validation\, pricing\, financial basics\, and preparing for future growth. We’ll also touch on what it means to be “launch-ready” and “capital-ready\,” along with how community-based CDFI lending can differ from traditional financing options. Finally\, we will walk business owners through the program fit worksheet\, and how to determine if a CSLF program is right for them. \nAbout our presenter: Taylor Littrell is the Statewide English Program Coordinator at Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute and is based in Trinidad\, Colorado. They work closely with entrepreneurs and rural business owners across the state\, supporting them through mentorship\, microlending\, and community-based education programs. Taylor is passionate about creating accessible opportunities for small business owners\, strengthening local economies\, and helping entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses in underserved and rural communities. \nThis event will be hosted via Zoom. Please register here or using the button at the top right of this page.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/from-idea-to-launch-building-a-strong-foundation-for-your-business-with-rmmfi/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T130000
DTSTAMP:20260623T180957Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T180957Z
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SUMMARY:August Capital Bootcamp Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Access to capital can make the difference between a business that is surviving and one that is thriving. Half the battle is knowing about the funding opportunities that are available\, the other half is putting together a strong application. We’re here to help with both. \nIn this info session\, we will share information about our upcoming 5-week Capital Bootcamp\, where Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. The bootcamp allows for drop-ins on a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. \nIn this information session we will cover: \n– An overview of the state funding programs that exist and qualifications for each program\n-A detailed schedule of the Capital Bootcamp and what each session will cover\n-A review of the Capital Ready certification and how it works \nAbout our presenters:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners.  Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups.  Durango is home. \nKiki Hooton: Owner of Jackalope Events\, Kiki works on corporate and community event planning\, finding joy in turning ordinary events into the magical.  Kiki has worked in the venture and startup ecosystem for nearly 10 years\, and has planned everything from three day venture summits to singles auctions. In her free time\, you’ll find her hanging with her dog\, Cheddar.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/august-capital-bootcamp-info-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260901T130000
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SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Financial Foundations: What Lenders Look at and How to Prepare
DESCRIPTION:Week One of this bootcamp will focus on Financial Foundations: What Lenders Look at and How to Prepare \nIn this 5-week bootcamp\, Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. Drop-in for a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. Additional office hours available for 1-1 support. \nWeek One Learning outcomes: \n\nCalculate a basic debt-service-coverage ratio from your own financials\nIdentify gaps in financial statement before approaching a lender\nUnderstanding how credit score affects program access and what to do about it\n\n  \nAbout our facilitator:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners. Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups. Durango is home.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-a-step-by-step-technical-guide-to-prepare-for-state-lending-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T140726Z
CREATED:20260522T140725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T140726Z
UID:10000288-1788350400-1788354000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:September Demo Days with Startup Colorado
DESCRIPTION:Our 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. \nStay tuned\, applications to pitch will open over the summer!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/september-demo-days-with-startup-colorado/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260623T171425Z
CREATED:20260623T171424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T171425Z
UID:10000309-1788868800-1788872400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Collateral\, Credit Enhancements\, and Bridging the Gap
DESCRIPTION:In this 5-week bootcamp\, Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. Drop-in for a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. Additional office hours available for 1-1 support. \n\nWeek 2: Collateral\, Credit Enhancements\, and Bridging the Gap \nLearning outcomes: \n\nBusiness owners will learn to articulate their collateral position and identify any shortfalls\nBe able to explain to a lender how CCS or CCR can bridge your gap\nKnow the CCS borrower fee and how it affects loan cost\n\nAbout our facilitator:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners. Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups. Durango is home.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-collateral-credit-enhancements-and-bridging-the-gap/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20251227T182924Z
CREATED:20251227T182924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251227T182924Z
UID:10000172-1789344000-1789775999@startupcolorado.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260623T172052Z
CREATED:20260623T172052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T172052Z
UID:10000310-1789473600-1789477200@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Building your Business Financial Narrative and Loan Package
DESCRIPTION:In this 5-week bootcamp\, Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. Drop-in for a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. Additional office hours available for 1-1 support. \nWeek 3: Building your Business Financial Narrative and Loan Package \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify the full checklist of documentation needed for your target loan program\nLearn how to frame your business narrative based on a specific loan program\nLearn how to write a compelling use-of-funds statement\n\n  \nAbout our facilitator:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners. Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups. Durango is home.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-building-your-business-financial-narrative-and-loan-package/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T174452Z
CREATED:20260622T174300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T174452Z
UID:10000307-1789646400-1789650000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Colorado Capital: Funding opportunities you may be missing out on- Venture Capital Authority with OEDIT
DESCRIPTION:Most business owners in Colorado are leaving money on the table…not because the capital isn’t there\, but because they don’t know about it. This workshop series is here to change that. Each session will explore different Colorado-specific capital opportunities that could make a serious difference in your business and how to apply for it. \nIn this final session\, the Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) will join us to cover the Venture Capital Authority Program\, which provides seed and early-stage startups $50\,000 up to $1 million in investment capital. OEDIT will give an overview of the program background and program requirements\, share the list of existing VC partners for the program\, and share success stories across the state. Attendees will walk away with a “Program Fit” worksheet to clearly understand their application readiness and next steps. \nAbout our co-host: Crystal Walsh is a Colorado native and the Accounting & Operations Manager for the Colorado Venture Capital Authority (VCA) at OEDIT. With 13 years of combined experience in banking and economic development\, including the last three years on the Business Funding & Incentives team at OEDIT\, she specializes in the operational and financial management of state-led venture capital initiatives designed to empower Colorado businesses and local investors.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/colorado-capital-funding-opportunities-you-may-be-missing-out-on-venture-capital-authority-with-oedit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://startupcolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/September-TA-Workshop-OEDIT-VCA.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260623T172617Z
CREATED:20260623T172616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T172617Z
UID:10000311-1790078400-1790082000@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Pitch Prep: Telling your Story Learning outcomes:
DESCRIPTION:In this 5-week bootcamp\, Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. Drop-in for a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. Additional office hours available for 1-1 support. \nWeek 4: Pitch Prep: Telling your Story \nLearning outcomes: \n\nHow to articulate your business story in a clear\, lender-focused pitch\nHow to tailor your narrative to the specific program your pursuing\nIdentify common pitch mistakes and correct before approaching a lender\n\n  \nAbout our facilitator:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners. Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups. Durango is home.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-pitch-prep-telling-your-story-learning-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260929T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260929T130000
DTSTAMP:20260623T173303Z
CREATED:20260623T173302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T173303Z
UID:10000312-1790683200-1790686800@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Capital Bootcamp Application Submission and What Comes Next
DESCRIPTION:In this 5-week bootcamp\, Colorado business owners will receive technical assistance to complete their application for state funding programs. Drop-in for a single session that you specifically need help on\, or attend all 5-weeks and receive a “Capital Ready” certification along with all the tools needed to complete your application. Additional office hours available for 1-1 support. \nWeek 5 Application Submission and What Comes Next \nLearning outcomes: \n\nIdentify 2-3 specific lenders to contact for their chosen program\nConfidently present your loan package in a lender meeting\nUnderstand post-approval compliant requirements\nLearn how to navigate a rejection and pivot\n\nAbout our facilitator:\nJamie Finney: Jamie works on capital access for Rural Colorado – building tools for the ecosystem at Startup Colorado and investing via Howdy Partners. Since 2018\, Howdy Partners has raised $45M\, vetted hundreds of companies\, and invested in over 50 high-growth rural Colorado startups. Durango is home.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/capital-bootcamp-application-submission-and-what-comes-next/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260514T192256Z
CREATED:20260121T002138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T192256Z
UID:10000240-1791158400-1791590399@startupcolorado.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T142315Z
CREATED:20260522T142107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T142315Z
UID:10000290-1791394200-1791401400@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Rural Creative Collective Night Market @ West Slope Startup Week
DESCRIPTION:The Rural Creative Collective Night Market returns to West Slope Startup Week for its second year! \nJoin us Wednesday evening at The Powerhouse in Durango for a lively celebration of rural creativity\, entrepreneurship\, and community. Browse handmade goods from rural artists\, makers\, and creative entrepreneurs\, connect with the people behind the work\, and get a head start on thoughtful holiday shopping. \nWhether you’re a WSSW attendee\, a local community member\, or simply someone who loves supporting Colorado creatives\, the RCC Night Market is a chance to discover unique work\, celebrate rural talent\, and invest directly in the creative economy.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-creative-collective-night-market-west-slope-startup-week/
LOCATION:The Powerhouse\, 1333 Camino Del Rio\, Durango\, Colorado\, 81301
CATEGORIES:Community,Rural Creative Collective
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260617T162609Z
CREATED:20260601T170527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T162609Z
UID:10000295-1793318400-1793577599@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:Rural Women in Entrepreneurship Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Rural Women in Entrepreneurship (RWE) Retreat | October 30–November 1\, 2026 Steel Horse | Villa Grove\, Colorado \nThe RWE Retreat is a small\, in-person gathering for women who are building\, leading\, creating\, and supporting businesses in Colorado. Hosted by Startup Colorado and held at Steel Horse\, a privately owned mountain-view property on 17.5 peaceful acres about 35 minutes south of Salida\, this weekend is designed for rest\, reflection\, and the kind of real conversation that’s hard to squeeze into a monthly Zoom call. \nWe’re keeping it intimate: 16 to 20 women over three days\, with a schedule that’s spacious on purpose. The weekend runs from first connections and dinner on Friday evening\, through a full day of gathering and shared meals on Saturday\, and closing Sunday morning with a communal soak at Joyful Journeys Hot Springs. \nJust before the holiday season kicks in\, let’s take a moment to look back at your year in business\, release the projects that didn’t happen\, and plant seeds for what’s next. The agenda will be shaped by the women who attend. This is valuable time for human connection\, off our screens. \nTickets start at $400\, with lodging options ranging from RV hookup to heated glamping geodome to indoor lodge room. Early Bird pricing is open through June 30th. Your registration includes: \n\nTwo nights of lodging at Steel Horse\nShared meals throughout the weekend\nFacilitated retreat sessions shaped by your input\nWellness and reflection activities\nA curated gift\, personalized just for you\nAn agenda for personal and professional resetting\n\nSee the full details of the RWE Retreat!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-retreat/
LOCATION:Villa Grove
CATEGORIES:Community,Rural Women in Entrepreneurship
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vanessa McCrann":MAILTO:vanessa@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T152814Z
CREATED:20260522T144455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T152814Z
UID:10000292-1793793600-1793797200@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:November Pitch Workshop with Startup Colorado
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 a pitch competition or simply want to sharpen your business storytelling\, this session will help you refine your message and deliver it with clarity and impact.\n\n\n\n\n\n\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
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/november-pitch-readiness-workshop-with-startup-colorado/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://startupcolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/November-Pitch-Workshop-Startup-Colorado-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Olivia Reed":MAILTO:olivia@startupcolorado.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260522T141255Z
CREATED:20260522T141255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T141255Z
UID:10000289-1795003200-1795006800@startupcolorado.org
SUMMARY:November Demo Days with Startup Colorado
DESCRIPTION:Our 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.\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/november-demo-days-with-startup-colorado/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://startupcolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/November-Demo-Days.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270107T100000
DTSTAMP:20260121T190442Z
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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