Applications are open! Apply by May 8.

Community members are encouraged to tune in to cheer on the five rural founders pitching in our second Demo Days of 2026!

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.

Founders selected to pitch will compete for a cash award, along with in-kind support opportunities that may include legal services, mentorship, and marketing packages.

Demo Days are designed to offer meaningful exposure, clear feedback, and a streamlined pitching experience without the pressure of a full competition.