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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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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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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260109T090000
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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. 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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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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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. December’s meetup\, co-hosted by Margaret Hedderman of Startup Colorado\, will take a slightly different shape—a relaxed\, informal book club designed to spark ideas and share what’s been most helpful this year. \nInstead of our usual open conversation\, each woman is invited to bring one book that has meaningfully supported her business in 2025. Whether it shaped your mindset\, sharpened your skills\, or inspired a turning point\, you’ll have a few minutes to share how it helped and why you recommend it. \nIt’s an easy\, supportive space to trade insights\, discover new reads\, and close out the year by learning from one another’s experiences. Join us with your favorite entrepreneurial read in hand!
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-women-in-entrepreneurship-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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SUMMARY:Pitch Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Workshop with Jolene Collins \nAre 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\nSeptember 10\, 2025 | 12–1pm MT on Zoom
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/pitch-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Rural Creative Roundtable: Featuring Cine Fe
DESCRIPTION:Rural Creative Roundtable: Featuring Cine Fe \nFriday\, August 15th at 12pm | Online \nJoin us for a conversation with Stephanie\, documentary filmmaker and impact producer\, who now leads Colorado’s film nonprofit Cine Fe. With a career spanning Kartemquin Films to Sundance premieres\, Stephanie uses film as a tool for social change — building grassroots campaigns that turn stories into impact. \nShe’ll share her journey back to Colorado\, her latest projects\, and the work Cine Fe is doing to uplift underrepresented voices in film. Then\, connect in a series of 1:1 networking rounds with other rural creatives to share what you’re working on and spark new collaborations. \nFree and open to all rural creatives.
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/rural-creative-roundtable-featuring-cine-fe/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250813T120000
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SUMMARY:Pitch Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Pitch Workshop with Jolene Collins \nAre 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\nAugust 13\, 2025 | 12–1pm MT on Zoom
URL:https://startupcolorado.org/event/pitch-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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