Growth Challenges Launches as New Founder Coopetition program
Startup Colorado, a nonprofit organization that supports rural founders and entrepreneurial ecosystem development, is pleased to announce the winners of the Founder Coopetition.
Meet our July Idea Factory Winners
Startup Colorado, a nonprofit organization that supports rural founders and entrepreneurial ecosystem development, is pleased to announce the winners of the Founder Coopetition.
Rural Is Rad in Colorado
By Margaret Hedderman The outdoor industry and Colorado can seem synonymous at times – not surprising when more than 92% of residents participate in outdoor recreation each year. But the […]
Behind WSSW’s New Climate Initiative
By Margaret Hedderman This year, West Slope Startup Week is placing a spotlight on climate innovation with the introduction of a climate initiative. The annual event, known for cultivating entrepreneurship […]
Starting Up: How B1 Energy plans to transform rural recycling
By Margaret Hedderman In Rural Colorado, access to recycling has never been easy. Sparse populations and rugged terrain can make traditional recycling infrastructures impractical and costly. However, John Armstrong, co-founder […]
Snapshot: How one coworking space is building community in Montrose
By Margaret Hedderman Montrose is steadily gaining traction as a hub for entrepreneurs on Colorado’s Western Slope. In the years since COVID, the city has been rebuilding its entrepreneurial community, […]
Startup Colorado Concludes Founder Coopetition Partnership with Summit County
By Margaret Hedderman Startup Colorado recently concluded a special Founder Coopetition // Idea Factory program for entrepreneurs in Summit County. Our business pre-accelerator program, designed to support rural founders, was […]
Starting Up: From Renovation to Destination at the Dolores Bike Hostel
By Brook Sutton The Dolores Bike Hostel officially opened on September 30, 2023. Guests and locals entered an open, light-filled space with the potential to boost sustainable tourism in this […]
Talking Rural Entrepreneurship with Colorado’s State Treasurer
By Margaret Hedderman In a recent interview with Startup Colorado, State Treasurer Dave Young discussed his role and shared insights into the evolving economic landscape of our rural regions, emphasizing […]
Do you need a business coach?
By Margaret Hedderman At some point in our working lives, we all feel: Stuck Overwhelmed Lost Unmotivated Directionless All of the above and all at once For employees, you *ideally* […]
Meet the Winners of The Founder Coopetition October Cohort
Startup Colorado, a nonprofit organization that supports rural founders and entrepreneurial ecosystem development, is pleased to announce the winners of the Founder Coopetition.
Why Your Startup Needs a Press Page
Building a press page makes it easier to attract earned media and develop brand trust.
Meet the October Founder Coopetition Cohort
Our Founder Coopetition is a 4-week accelerator program for rural startups, offering a unique blend of cooperation and competition. Our October cohort features 16 rural startups, across industries, from tech […]
Q&A with Brittany Romano, Startup Colorado’s New Executive Director
By Margaret Hedderman A few weeks ago, Startup Colorado welcomed our new Executive Director and CEO, Brittany Romano. It’s a big role and we like to say she’s been drinking […]
Meet the Winners of The Founder Coopetition September Cohort
Startup Colorado, a nonprofit organization that supports rural founders and entrepreneurial ecosystem development, is pleased to announce the winners of the Founder Coopetition.
Durango: A Hub for Colorado’s Outdoor Industry
By Brook Sutton Durango, Colorado has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to outdoor recreation. That is, of course, if world-class trails, skiing, cycling, hiking, hunting, rafting, kayaking, climbing, […]
Startup Colorado Appoints Brittany Romano as CEO & Executive Director
Startup Colorado’s Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the appointment of Brittany Romano as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director.
Meet the Founders: September COOPETITION COHORT
Startup Colorado’s Founder Coopetition is back with 15 rural startups participating in its September cohort. This 4-week program offers a unique blend of cooperation and competition designed to fuel the […]
