We’ve made a few updates to improve how you connect with the Colorado SBDC—and it all starts with our new Welcome Portal.
This portal serves as a simple, clear starting point before the login screen, making it easier to register for advising or events without any confusion. If you’re new, you can jump right in to easily create an account in order to register for advising and/or events. If you’ve worked with us before, you’ll still be able to log in and continue where you left off.
What this means for you:
- New and returning clients can browse events without needing to sign in first
- New clients can easily create an account to register for advising and/or events
- Returning clients can log in to request additional advising or register for events (just remember to include “.cosbdc” at the end of your username)
- Returning clients can always skip the portal and reach out directly to us to schedule your next advising session
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Disasters can strike unexpectedly, but proactive planning is the best way to protect a business and its employees. We are pleased to share a new resource from the Colorado SBDC intended to help our local entrepreneurs and small businesses build a "disaster-proof" foundation.
The Business Recovery and Resiliency Guide, available in both English and Spanish, is a comprehensive roadmap designed to identify vulnerabilities today so businesses remain open tomorrow. These expert-led courses allow entrepreneurs to start at any point in the preparedness cycle. |
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The Sundance Film Festival is coming to Boulder in 2027, and the Festival Partner Hub is here to help local businesses, property owners, brands, and Festival partners make the most of this landmark cultural moment. The Sundance Film Festival Partner Hub will connect organizations seeking space and professional services with available commercial properties and small businesses/service providers across the City of Boulder—supporting service, operational, promotional, and leasing needs while creating valuable opportunities for Boulder’s business community.
If you are a small business and want to discuss your Festival strategy, we are always here with no-cost one-on-one advising. Sign up here! |
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Thurs., Apr. 16 10 – 11:45 am Superior Downtown Civic Space
This training introduces small business owners to the basics of disaster preparedness and business continuity planning, with practical steps to help protect your business and recover more quickly from unexpected disruptions. |
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Wed., Apr. 22 2 – 5 pm Longmont Chamber
Join Attorney Theresa Pickner as she walks you through the nuts and bolts of starting your own business, including legal entity selection, taxes, liability protection, registering your trade name, and more. This workshop will help save time and stress by helping you determine which agencies to contact along with the forms you will need.
The next Start-Up Essentials class will be May 21. |
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Apr. 6 – 27 Mondays, 11 am Online
Mobile food businesses have become a popular and more affordable way to get a small food business off the ground. But they also involve unique industry challenges in an evolving and competitive landscape. In this 4-part workshop, find out all of the important information and considerations that should be made prior to opening your own mobile food business and how to avoid costly startup mistakes. |
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Tues., May 12 11 am – 12:30 pm Lafayette Public Library
This session will walk you through the fundamentals of market research, including how to identify your target market, analyze competitors, and uncover industry trends. |
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The SBDC's Spanish-lanuage workshops are open to everyone and will be presented entirely in Spanish. Please note that no translation services will be provided during the event. If you are interested in a similar workshop offered in English or another language, please visit our upcoming events or contact our team. |
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AI Pitch Competition & $25,000 Development Grant DEADLINE TO APPLY: APR. 3 EVENT DATE: MAY 27 Applications are open for the Colorado Small Business AI Pitch Competition, in partnership with Aurora SBDC, AWS, Futran Solutions, and the City of Englewood. Small businesses can pitch an AI or cloud-based project for a chance to win a $25,000 Development Grant. LEARN MORE → |
Sign Up to Be a Boulder Arts Week Business Champion APR. 3–12 You are invited to join the Boulder Arts Week Business Champions program, where businesses show their support for the arts by displaying a poster and sharing about the week on social media. In return, champions receive social media recognition, inclusion in a thank-you ad in the Daily Camera, and a listing with a link on the Boulder Arts Week website. SIGN UP → |
Longmont Area Chamber's New Women's Networking Group APR. 8 • 11:30 AM • LONGMONT LACC is introducing its newest networking initiative — a Women’s Group designed to foster connection, professional growth, and community impact. This is the Chamber’s only networking group open to both members and non-members and will meet each month on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. REGISTER TO ATTEND → |
| Small Business Summit REGISTRATION CLOSES APR. 13! APR. 22 • FORT MORGAN APR. 23 • LAMAR Join the SBDC serving East Colorado for the Small Business Summit in Fort Morgan or Lamar and discover how rural entrepreneurs are shaping the future of business across the state! Designed to support businesses at every stage, the event fosters collaboration, growth, and strong regional partnerships. REGISTER TO ATTEND → |
Fired Up! I Want to Buy a Business APR. 22 • ONLINE This session from our partners at the SBDC serving Aurora-South Metro is designed for those interested in acquiring an existing business and will cover why clients might choose to buy a business, where they can find one, how the acquisition process works, the key elements of a business sale, what to expect during due diligence and financing options available for an acquisition. Use code 50off to save $30 on registration. REGISTER → |
Unstoppable Business Conference MAY 6 • LOVELAND Join the SBDC serving Larimer County for a full day of educational sessions designed to move your business forward. With expert‑led sessions tailored to real‑world challenges, you won’t just hear about growth—you’ll define what it looks like for you and walk away with the tools to make it happen. LEARN MORE → |
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Stay connected with the Colorado SBDC serving Boulder County! Follow us on social media to connect with our team, get the latest updates on upcoming workshops and events, and discover resources designed to help your business grow. Join our online community and never miss an opportunity to learn, network, and thrive. |
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