The Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade (OEDIT) will be hosting its Advanced Industries Rural Roadshow in Grand Junction on July 23, 2026. The staff of the Global Business Development team will discuss available state programs that support commercialization and export activities for Colorado businesses operating in advanced industries. The Advanced Industries Accelerator (AIA) Program was created […]
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. In this info session, we will share information about our […]
Writing can be a lonely endeavor (and some of us like it that way)! But finding community, exchanging ideas, and bemoaning pitching tales of woe can make the journey a lot more sustainable. If you're currently working on a book, join us for a lightly guided discussion designed to help you connect with other writers. […]
FREE Zoom Training Strategic Organization & Operations for Rural Startups July 20th 2026, 6 pm, English workshop with Spanish interpretation July 21st 2026, 6 pm, Spanish workshop with English interpretation. Building a startup in rural Colorado comes with unique challenges—and powerful advantages. This interactive 2‑hour workshop is designed specifically for early-stage founders and operators who […]
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. In […]
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. Led by […]
Each month, the Rural Women in Entrepreneurship group inside the Startup Colorado Community comes together for a virtual hour of connection. July's co-host will be Maureen Rikhof, co-owner of Carpe Construction and Ark Valley Pallet Company. This hour is casual, fun, and easy to drop into. We talk about what we’re currently working on, share […]
Leverage B:Side Assist, Your AI-Powered Financial Assistant Jul 8 11am-11:30am | For Businesses B:Side Assist offers small businesses AI-driven financial intelligence. By connecting your bank accounts, you can track cash flow, anticipate upcoming trends, and identify potential financial leaks before they escalate. Skip the spreadsheets and the wait for accountant reports; get real-time financial insights […]
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 […]
Move past the AI hype and discover exactly what AI can do for your business in our 5-part interactive workshop series, AI Roadmap for Small Business. Register separately for the sessions you need. Have you been curious about what AI can actually do for your business? Earlier modules will help you understand AI and the […]
The final application deadline for the Flagship Fellowship 2026, powered by Watson Institute is June 28th! This fully funded fellowship is designed for entrepreneurs ready to grow their business and expand their community impact! Join a cohort of like-minded entrepreneurs for a 16- week virtual program. Gain access to expert led training, mentorship, pitch coaching […]
Event Description Most founders know the business strategies for growth. What often goes unexamined is what happens internally when the pressure builds: the decision fatigue, the isolation, the stress that compounds quietly in the background. In this session, Stephanie Kwong, co-founder of the Rapid Rewire Method and Unbound, walks through how unresolved emotional patterns directly […]