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  • Clean Fleet Vehicle & Technology Grant Program logo

    Clean Fleet Vehicle & Technology Grant Program

    The Clean Fleet Enterprise’s (CFE) Clean Fleet Vehicle and Technology Grant Program is a statewide competitive application process for eligible light, medium, and heavy duty fleet vehicles. Fleets will provide background information on their current fleet make-up, indicate the level of planning that has occurred for fleet transition, and provide financial information on vehicles and/or technology the fleet plans to acquire.

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  • 5280 Capital logo

    5280 Capital

    Funding opportunities for early Stage Technology: Software; Business Process Outsourcing.

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  • CHIPS Zone Refundable Tax Credit logo

    CHIPS Zone Refundable Tax Credit

    The CHIPS Refundable Tax Credits Program was created through House Bill 23-1260 (opens in new window) to maximize incentives available to eligible semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries in Colorado available from fiscal year 2023-24 through fiscal year 2028-29.
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  • Startup Colorado Funding Database logo

    Startup Colorado Funding Database

    Comprehensive list of funding resources for every stage.

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  • Manufacturers AdvantEDGE Scale-up Solutions logo

    Manufacturers AdvantEDGE Scale-up Solutions

    The MASS catalog is tailored for small- to medium-sized manufacturers who are eager to witness the transformative impact of consulting and training services. Resources may be limited and upfront investments can be daunting. That’s why we have curated a diverse range of products and offerings that cater to every budget!
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  • Tax Increment Financing logo

    Tax Increment Financing

    The City has seven plan areas which can be used for Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Five areas TIF expire in 2040 and two new plans adopted in 2024 will expire in 2049
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  • Energy Efficient Buildings Program logo

    Energy Efficient Buildings Program

    The Energy Efficient Buildings (EEB) program is a prescriptive approach to ensure that you can qualify for rebates for the energy-efficient equipment you incorporate into your additions, major renovations and new construction projects. Our energy experts review your design plans and offer suggestions on how you can maximize energy efficiency within the project while managing your upfront investment. We’ll provide you recommendations and give you an idea of the energy use, savings and potential rebates available.

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  • Service Provider Capital logo

    Service Provider Capital

    Service Provider Capital is a venture capital fund that co-invests in Seed and Series A deals led by institutional venture funds.
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  • Global Consultant Network logo

    Global Consultant Network

    The Global Consultant Network helps Colorado-based small businesses expand into other countries.
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  • J2 Partners logo

    J2 Partners

    J2 Partners invests in manufacturing, distribution, business services, and mature technology companies that are leaders in their markets with $2 million to $10 million in operating cash flow or $10 million to $50 million in enterprise value in the Western United States.
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  • Colorado Industrial Tax Credit logo

    Colorado Industrial Tax Credit

    The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) will provide financial assistance through refundable tax credits for the exploration and implementation of eligible industrial greenhouse gas emission reduction projects in Colorado.
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  • FirstCity Crestone logo

    FirstCity Crestone

    Special situations investments in a variety of lower middle market assets; Financial or operational distress; Unique or difficult to value assets; Rapid closing times; Unconventional deal structures.
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  • Foundry Group LLC logo

    Foundry Group LLC

    We invest in startups, early-stage, IT, internet, software, and venture funds, creating a symbiotic network that propels innovation.
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  • Solderworks logo

    Solderworks

    Custom designed hardware and software solutions are right-sized for you and your business.
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  • Jumpstart Lakewood logo

    Jumpstart Lakewood

    Jumpstart Lakewood is a pitch contest open to all entrepreneurs in Lakewood who have yet to start a business or recently started a business and have generated less than $25,000 in revenue. Applicants will have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of judges and compete for cash prizes to fund their business creation or expansion. Applications will include business plans as well how the business will be funded or expanded with the prize money. Once the application period is complete, applicants will attend an in-person interview and Pitch Prep, a workshop where they can hone their pitching skills.

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  • Geothermal Electricity Tax Credit logo

    Geothermal Electricity Tax Credit

    The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) will provide financial assistance through refundable, merit-based tax credits to eligible applicants for the development and production of geothermal electricity.
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  • Qualified Property Used in Space Flight logo

    Qualified Property Used in Space Flight

    HOUSE BILL 14-1178: A sales and use tax exemption for qualified property used in space flight.
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  • B:Side Capital logo

    B:Side Capital

    Non-profit, mission-based lender since 1990 helping entrepreneurs access friendly and affordable capital.

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  • Silver Peak Partners logo

    Silver Peak Partners

    We seek to partner with current company owners and managers to build investment value through operational improvements, strategic acquisitions, and the pursuit of new growth opportunities in infrastructure, environmental & recycling, aerospace & defense, niche/precision manufacturing, agriculture, and other industries.

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  • Venture Capital Authority logo

    Venture Capital Authority

    The Venture Capital Authority (VCA) supports access to venture capital for Colorado's entrepreneurs and startup businesses.
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  • Blue Note Ventures logo

    Blue Note Ventures

    Funding opportunities for the technology industry.
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  • MONTIS Capital logo

    MONTIS Capital

    MONTIS Capital is a Colorado-based private equity firm that partners with management to acquire and enhance the value of lower-middle market businesses in the Rocky Mountain region. MONTIS invests in profitable businesses with revenues between $5 million and $50 million.



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  • Loan Fund Partnership for Arvada Businesses - CEF/AEDA logo

    Loan Fund Partnership for Arvada Businesses - CEF/AEDA

    The partnership between CEF and Arvada began in 2011 to provide loans to small businesses within the city and community limits of Arvada. This fund was created to provide an affordable, flexible loan solution for those not able to obtain traditional loan financing to start or grow their business.

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  • High Efficiency Electric Heating and Appliances Grant logo

    High Efficiency Electric Heating and Appliances Grant

    The High-efficiency Electric Heating & Appliances Grant is authorized by House Bill 22-1362 24-38.5 to support community efforts to switch to high-efficiency electric heat & appliances.
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  • Business Training - Live & On-Demand logo

    Business Training - Live & On-Demand

    These trainings are specifically designed to inform and educate businesses on the programs and resources available to them through the City of Westminster. Most are at no cost, and the City can cover some or all of the cost for qualifying Westminster businesses.

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  • First Mile Ventures logo

    First Mile Ventures

    FirstMile is the first partner to founders building generational companies in the fastest-growing tech talent hubs outside the coasts - Colorado and Texas. The first mile of your startup journey can be the toughest. Pick the right partner to help you get there.

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  • Aircraft & Aircraft Parts logo

    Aircraft & Aircraft Parts

    Colorado has several Sales & Use Tax exemptions for the aviation industry including: aircraft parts; aircraft used in interstate commerce; aircraft for use outside of state; lease of an aircraft; aircraft used as farm equipment

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  • Greater Colorado Venture Fund logo

    Greater Colorado Venture Fund

    Venture capital fund investing in early stage startups.

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  • Golden Young Professionals logo

    Golden Young Professionals

    The mission of the Golden Young Professionals is to promote the vitality of the Golden community and to empower young professionals in the greater Golden area to excel as leaders. Golden Young Professionals (GYP) are a proud part of the Golden Chamber of Commerce. We are an organization for business professionals, ages 21-39, dedicated to building a better Golden. We are motivated, energetic and certain to become Golden's future leaders. GYP sponsors, promotes and supports social activities involving members of the Golden business community. With over 50 events each year, GYP offers its members a link between their personal passions and professional ambition

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  • Rutt Bridges VC Fund logo

    Rutt Bridges VC Fund

    The Rutt Bridges Venture Fund (RBVF) is an early stage, micro investment fund operated by a cross-disciplinary team of University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) students. Under the supervision of faculty members and professional advisors, the Fund invests real money in real companies of the Denver community.

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  • Mines Venture Center logo

    Mines Venture Center

    The Beck Venture Center, a 31,000-square-foot building, combines unique spaces, supportive programming and rich resources designed to help Mines faculty, alumni, and students successfully launch companies based on their breakthrough ideas, solutions and technologies.

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  • Iron Gate Capital logo

    Iron Gate Capital

    We select carefully, backing high-growth category-leading enterprise technology companies emerging from the venture stage. They must have excellent product-market fit and preferably revenues between $5-20M at the time of our initial investment.

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  • Geothermal Energy Grant Program logo

    Geothermal Energy Grant Program

    The Geothermal Energy Grant Program (GEGP) is authorized by House Bill 22-1381 Colorado Energy Office Geothermal Energy Grant Program to create grants that support the use of zero-emission, geothermal energy for electricity generation and space/water heating and cooling in homes, businesses, and communities.

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  • Craft Coworking Golden logo

    Craft Coworking Golden

    Craft Coworking provides the coworking space to get connected and get things done amongst a vibrant collective of creative professionals. We offer quiet spaces to concentrate and inspiring places to collaborate, along with social events and networking opportunities.

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  • Startup Colorado Ecosystem Map logo

    Startup Colorado Ecosystem Map

    Startup business ecosystem support landscape.

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  • Colorado Clean Energy Commercial Fund logo

    Colorado Clean Energy Commercial Fund

    CCE Fund Commercial Loans are available to borrowers in the affordable housing, industrial, agricultural, municipal, and non-profit sectors. They are designed to address finance gaps for clean energy and energy efficiency improvements.

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  • CHIPS Zone Program logo

    CHIPS Zone Program

    Eligible businesses in a designated CHIP Zone have access to a few EZ tax credits including: ITC, New Business Facility Employee; and R&D.
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  • Rockies Venture Fund LP logo

    Rockies Venture Fund LP

    Rockies Venture Fund is a platform for early-stage venture capital funds that has been helping innovative startups reach their full potential. Specializing in: seed & early Stage; life science; software; medical; consumer products; impact investments.

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  • The Gores Group logo

    The Gores Group

    We are a global investment firm focused on partnering with differentiated businesses that can benefit from our extensive industry knowledge and decades long experience. Industries: Technology; Telecommunications; Business Services; Industrial; Healthcare; Media; Consumer & Retail.

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  • Enterprise Zone Program logo

    Enterprise Zone Program

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim tax credits for new hires, equipment purchases, and more. Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool!

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  • Frasier McCombs Capital logo

    Frasier McCombs Capital

    Funding opportunities for early-stage technology companies in the automotive industry.
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  • Dry Fly Capital (Formerly Ogdon Ventures) logo

    Dry Fly Capital (Formerly Ogdon Ventures)

    Denver based private equity investing in the lower-middle market.
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  • Innovative Housing Incentive Program logo

    Innovative Housing Incentive Program

    Working capital and grants to help address Colorado’s housing shortage by supporting the development and expansion of the state’s innovative housing manufacturing businesses.
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  • Excellere Partners logo

    Excellere Partners

    Partnering with entrepreneurs and management teams to build enduring value and excellence in Business Services, Education & Training, Healthcare, Industrial Technology & Services, and Specialty Food.
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  • CHFA Manufacturing Bonds logo

    CHFA Manufacturing Bonds

    Use industrial development bonds to access tax-exempt interest rates and help your manufacturing business grow and create jobs in Colorado.
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  • Golden Startup Coffee logo

    Golden Startup Coffee

    Golden Startup Coffee’s mission is to learn, contribute, and inspire. It’s a simple morning meetup for entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives, and community members to explore the entrepreneurial journey together in Golden, Colorado.

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  • Golden Women in Business logo

    Golden Women in Business

    Golden Women in Business (GWiB) is an energetic organization dedicated to inspiring women, building relationships between professional women and the Golden community, and discovering opportunities that help create successful businesswomen.
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  • Lion Equity Partners logo

    Lion Equity Partners

    Lion Equity is a private equity firm focused on acquiring middle-market companies across a variety of industries: Small to Middle Market, Business Services, Manufacturing, Software, Telecommunications, Distribution, Healthcare, and Transportation.

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  • CDOT Clean Transit Enterprise logo

    CDOT Clean Transit Enterprise

    Supports public transit electrification planning efforts, facility upgrades, fleet motor vehicle replacement, as well as construction and development of electric motor vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure. The bill allows the enterprise to impose a clean transit retail delivery fee to fund its operations, and to issue grants, loans or rebates to support electrification of public transit.

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  • Aravaipa Ventures logo

    Aravaipa Ventures

    Funding opportunities for environmental impact (cleantech).
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  • High Country Venture LLC logo

    High Country Venture LLC

    HCV manages approximately $50mm in venture funds and invests primarily in the areas of life sciences (including biotechnology, clean technology and medical devices) and technology (including software and internet). Nevertheless, we encourage all qualified businesses who are seeking capital to submit a business plan, regardless of the industry.
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  • Revelry Brands logo

    Revelry Brands

    Revelry Brands is an investment firm focused on providing growth-stage private equity to unique, innovative businesses in the natural foods and consumer products categories.
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  • Rework America Alliance (Skillful) logo

    Rework America Alliance (Skillful)

    The Rework America Alliance is a unique partnership of civil rights organizations, nonprofits, private sector employers, labor unions, educators, and others working to help millions of workers in low-wage roles move into better jobs that offer living wages and benefits, as well as stability, flexibility, autonomy, and economic advancement.

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  • Boulder Ventures logo

    Boulder Ventures

    Venture Capital for IT and BioTech companies in Colorado: Early Stage, Life Sciences, IT, Software & Applications, and Storage & Communications.
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  • Golden Civic Foundation logo

    Golden Civic Foundation

    The Golden Civic Foundation has been a strong support of small businesses, non-profits, and the Golden Community. Check out their website for small business grants and other opportunities.
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  • Colorado Heat Pump Tax Credit logo

    Colorado Heat Pump Tax Credit

    Starting January 1, 2024, Coloradans can take advantage of tax credits to install heat pumps for space heating and cooling and water heating. Heat pumps are a highly efficient technology that can save Coloradans money on energy costs, while improving indoor air quality and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings

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  • Xcel Energy Business Programs logo

    Xcel Energy Business Programs

    Make your new or renovated building as energy efficient as possible by integrating LED light bulbs into your next commercial construction project and earn Xcel Energy rebates. You can help lower your upfront costs and speed up the payback on a wide range of lighting efficiency improvement projects.

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  • Visit Golden logo

    Visit Golden

    Community marketing effort to promote Golden as a premier destination in Colorado.
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  • Colorado Film Incentive logo

    Colorado Film Incentive

    The Colorado Film Incentive encourages film production in Colorado with a tax credit for up to 20% of qualified expenses, or 22% if using local infrastructure, rural or marginalized urban areas.
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  • Grotech Ventures logo

    Grotech Ventures

    Our funding approach is personal and long-term, not Institutional. We specialize in solutions for the high-potential technology industry.
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  • Mines Internships for Employers logo

    Mines Internships for Employers

    By coordinating efforts with the Mines Career Center and the student, employers can find technically skilled employees to benefit their organization. Internships normally last 8 – 12 weeks, are hands-on, related to the field of study, and are of course always paid. Internships do not have associated college credit.

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  • Agriculture & Farm Equipment logo

    Agriculture & Farm Equipment

    Certain items of tangible personal property used for agricultural purposes are exempt from sales and use taxes.

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  • Energize Colorado logo

    Energize Colorado

    Energize Colorado provides lending, resources, and advice to small businesses across the state. Whether you own a local coffee shop or specialize in child care, we're here to help strengthen your business.

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  • Deer Creek Group, LLC logo

    Deer Creek Group, LLC

    Funding opportunities for: Small & Middle Market; Industrial & Transportation Related.
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  • Altira Group LLC logo

    Altira Group LLC

    Funding opportunities for energy Technology: Oil & Gas; IT for the Energy Industry; Electric Power; Renewable Energy.
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  • CO Work'n - Denver logo

    CO Work'n - Denver

    Invest in your business and yourself by leasing a private office that allows you to have absolute focus when you need it.
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  • HerbaLutionary Herbs33 logo

    HerbaLutionary Herbs33

    HerbaLutionary Herbs33 is a new innovative product and manufacturing company with the addition of a diverse style of spiritual guidance, counseling and mentorship, embarking in holistic health and the cannabis market. HerbaLutionary Herbs33 is unique and unlike anything on the market with its high quality herbal plants, alkaline fruits, landrace strains of CBD hemp and cannabis; in combination with natural, wild-crafted, organic, nutritional, medicinal, safe and effective pharmacy style compounded formularies. These unique formularies combat numerous chronic health ailments and more; with no toxins, GMO'S, synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, preservatives or any harmful side effects and yet bestowing great relief, management, healing and restoration to the Body/Mind/Soul/Spirit! HerbaLutionary Herbs33 creates a safe and effective alternative way of managing, healing and bringing restoration to the Body/Mind/Soul/Spirit to the chronically ill community and/or anyone seeking natural alternative medicine without any toxins or harmful side effects. HerbaLutionary Herbs33 unique formularies will bestows an enhanced sensation of relief targeting numerous health ailments such as: Endometriosis, Interstitial cystitis, IBS, Migraines, Depression/Mood disorders, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Insomnia, Arthritis, Cancer, Fibromyalgia, Neuralgias, Menstruation, Menopause, Seizures and more.

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  • Colorado Enterprise Fund logo

    Colorado Enterprise Fund

    Small Business Loans at a fixed-rate, low-barrier, and low-interest entry.

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  • eonBusiness Corporation logo

    eonBusiness Corporation

    Our goal is to help fill the funding gap for entrepreneurs of seed and early-stage companies. As entrepreneurs, we understood what it takes to build a company from the ground up and the challenges presented from concept through development and into the growth phase. Specializing in seed & early stage, SaaS, and Mobile Apps investment.

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  • Colorado Commercial Historic Preservation Credit logo

    Colorado Commercial Historic Preservation Credit

    The Commercial Historic Preservation Tax Credit helps rehabilitate historic, owner-occupied commercial properties.
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  • Regus - 200 Union logo

    Regus - 200 Union

    Work wherever business takes you. With over 4,000 locations globally we have offices, coworking spaces, and meeting rooms in every major town, city, and transport hub.
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  • Grey Mountain Partners, LLC logo

    Grey Mountain Partners, LLC

    Family-held businesses, entrepreneur-backed companies, corporate carve-outs, management buyouts, financial restructurings, operational turnarounds, take-privates.
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  • Cypress Growth Capital logo

    Cypress Growth Capital

    An alternative to equity, royalty-based growth capital provides funding in exchange for a fixed percentage of your company's future monthly revenues. Specializing in technology and software investments.

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  • Colorado Impact Fund logo

    Colorado Impact Fund

    The Colorado Impact Fund (CIF) is a Denver-based venture capital firm investing in Colorado companies with high-growth, scalable business models and a commitment to make their community better.
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  • Advanced Industries Export Grant logo

    Advanced Industries Export Grant

    Helps Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses who want to export or are currently exporting. This grant is for small- and medium-sized businesses. It reimburses for international business development and marketing costs

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  • Colorado Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) logo

    Colorado Property Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE)

    Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) is a legislated public/private partnership that creates a new financing option for your capital stack. Your construction budget can use our private capital funding for costs that impact energy & water spend, renewable improvements, or seismic strengthening. C-PACE designates the Commercial version of PACE, exclusively funding commercial real estate projects.

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  • Golden Chamber of Commerce logo

    Golden Chamber of Commerce

    The Golden Chamber of Commerce enhances and promotes the economic environment of the Greater Golden Area through supporting our chamber members, collaborating with businesses, city, county, state and community resources; and puts forth efforts to enhance the quality of life for the community at large. We offer networking and professional development along with opportunities to be connected and involved in the Golden community.

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  • Office Evolution - Golden logo

    Office Evolution - Golden

    Discover innovative workspaces, dedicated offices, meeting rooms, and virtual mail plans that foster creativity, collaboration, and connection!
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  • Platte River Equity logo

    Platte River Equity

    Private investment in: Aerospace Manufacturing & Services; Industrial Products & Services; Metals, Chemicals & Natural Resources; Energy.
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  • Professional Business Address / Virtual Office logo

    Professional Business Address / Virtual Office

    Office Evolution provides members with use of their professional addresses, secure mail storage, package reception, access to meeting rooms, coworking and even private offices.
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  • Centennial Ventures logo

    Centennial Ventures

    Funding opportunities for early & later-stage, network businesses, and software & technology.
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  • AEDA Business Toolkit logo

    AEDA Business Toolkit

    The AEDA business toolkit is a list of resources to help you locate or expand your business in Arvada.
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  • New Construction Lighting logo

    New Construction Lighting

    Increase the lighting efficiency in your new construction or renovation projects plus earn rebates on a wide-range of high-efficiency LED lighting.
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  • Appian Ventures, Inc. logo

    Appian Ventures, Inc.

    Funding opportunities for software and technology.
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  • Delta-V Capital logo

    Delta-V Capital

    We've been providing flexible growth capital solutions to innovative companies in infrastructure software, cloud services, CxO software, and vertical software for more than a decade.
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  • CareerWise Colorado Youth Apprenticeships logo

    CareerWise Colorado Youth Apprenticeships

    Finding qualified early-career talent is increasingly expensive, competitive, and time-consuming. CareerWise Colorado provides a talent solution for companies of all industries and sizes. From financial services, to advanced manufacturing, information technology, and more; we deliver a nationally-recognized program designed to meet the most pressing talent challenges facing companies today.

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  • Renewable Energy Components logo

    Renewable Energy Components

    Colorado allows a sales and use tax exemption for components used in the production of alternating current electricity from a renewable energy source.
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  • Rockies Venture Club logo

    Rockies Venture Club

    At RVC, we believe that the best investments get done when investors and entrepreneurs understand how angel investing and venture capital work best together. We have developed a curriculum of over 16 classes packed with information relevant to investors and entrepreneurs, regardless of their experience level.

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  • Energy Design Assistance logo

    Energy Design Assistance

    Energy Design Assistance is a free integrated design service targeted at larger facilities. It includes personalized computer energy modeling, which predicts energy use of the building, suggests energy-saving strategies to incorporate into the design and estimates energy-cost savings and construction rebates available for the project.

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  • 9th Street Capital (AC Development) logo

    9th Street Capital (AC Development)

    Funding opportunities and real-estate development specializing in hardwood, winery, active lifestyle, and restaurants.
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  • EZ Vacant Building Rehab Tax Credit logo

    EZ Vacant Building Rehab Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone Vacant Commercial Building Rehabilitation Tax Credit helps businesses redevelop commercial property and rehabilitate vacant buildings. Businesses can earn a state income tax credit for 25% of rehabilitation expenses, up to $50,000 in tax credit per building.

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  • No-Cost Supplier Scouting logo

    No-Cost Supplier Scouting

    Manufacturer's Edge offers a supplier scouting service to help manufacturers connect to the customers or suppliers they need across the country.
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  • Clear Creek Makerspace logo

    Clear Creek Makerspace

    Clear Creek Makerspace is a 7,500 sq ft. community workshop in Wheat Ridge Colorado. Our goal is to provide the tools, equipment, and community resources to take away the barriers keeping you from exploring a new hobby, starting a new business, or taking your existing pursuits to the next level. We are here to enable you to take things to the next level whether you are a new or established business. We offer the training and tools to enable you to create your own branded materials to allow you to take ownership of your branding, all while being more cost-effective and efficient.

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  • SFC Energy Management, L.P. logo

    SFC Energy Management, L.P.

    SCF Partners has supported exceptional entrepreneurs, providing capital, strategy, and a global network of energy leaders.
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  • Work Opportunity Tax Credit logo

    Work Opportunity Tax Credit

    The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is a federal tax credit that encourages employers to hire targeted groups of job seekers. WOTC can reduce employer federal tax liability by as much as $2,400 to $9,600 per new hire.

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  • Mantucket Capital logo

    Mantucket Capital

    Mantucket Capital is a Denver-based private investment firm and family office. Our private equity team is operationally focused and leads control-oriented thematic investments in middle-market private companies across wide-ranging transaction types and sizes and a wide industry focus.

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  • Advanced Industries Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant logo

    Advanced Industries Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant

    Helps Colorado-based advanced industries technology businesses develop and commercialize advanced technologies that will be created or manufactured in Colorado. Projects can receive up to $250,000.

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  • Clean Air Program (CAP) Grants logo

    Clean Air Program (CAP) Grants

    Senate Bill 22-193 Air Quality Improvement Investments authorizes the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) to provide financial assistance in the form of reimbursement-based grants to eligible applicants for the implementation of voluntary industrial and manufacturing air pollutant emission reduction projects in Colorado.

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  • Office Evolution - Lakewood/Belmar logo

    Office Evolution - Lakewood/Belmar

    Discover innovative workspaces, dedicated offices, meeting rooms, and virtual mail plans that foster creativity, collaboration, and connection!
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  • KSL Capital Partners logo

    KSL Capital Partners

    KSL's unmatched 30-year track record investing exclusively in Travel & Leisure drives their ability to identify and execute on investments.
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  • Hiring a Veteran in Colorado logo

    Hiring a Veteran in Colorado

    If you would like helping in finding Veterans, please contact your local workforce center and see if there is a Local Veterans Employment Representative that can help your business connect with qualified veterans.
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  • Roser Ventures logo

    Roser Ventures

    Roser Ventures manages four Venture Capital Partnerships with $75 million under management. Our investment approach is focused on early-stage companies mostly in the information technology space, but is also diversified across a broad range of industries.
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  • Progress Equity Partners logo

    Progress Equity Partners

    Progress Equity Partners, LLC is a private investment firm that acquires majority control of operating companies, typically from founder entrepreneurs. We are particularly successful in providing entrepreneurs the opportunity to gain liquidity while partnering with us to transition their businesses for future growth. Industries: healthcare, food, franchisors.
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  • Lunch and Chats logo

    Lunch and Chats

    Lunch and Chats are monthly industry specific lunches tailored toward different areas of business within Lakewood. Topics will include manufacturing, technology, real estate, construction, medical, hospitality entrepreneurialism, and more. Attendees will make valuable connections and share common experiences from the last few years. Topics of discussion include what is going right, what may be challenging for you and what solutions business owners have implemented to overcome those challenges.

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  • Greenline Ventures logo

    Greenline Ventures

    Providing creative and flexible capital to foster community development and economic growth.
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  • KRG Capital logo

    KRG Capital

    Healthcare Services, MedTech & Life Sciences; Advertising & Marketing; Industrials/Specialty Manufacturing; Construction; Business & Industrial Services; Energy; Transportation; Aerospace Defense; Packaging & Labeling.
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  • Greenmont Capital Partners logo

    Greenmont Capital Partners

    Funding opportunities for branded consumer products: food & beverage, natural products, alternative energy, and CleanTech.
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  • Business Training Programs logo

    Business Training Programs

    Small Business Education and Consulting.
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  • Economic Development Rate logo

    Economic Development Rate

    Xcel Energy offers an Economic Development Rate that provides a discounted electric rate for up to 10 years to competitive new and expanding businesses.
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  • Brownsfield Program logo

    Brownsfield Program

    Revolving loan, tax credits, and grants.
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  • Techstars logo

    Techstars

    As the world’s most active pre-seed investor, our portfolio is as diversified as our 9,000+ founders are unique — from HealthTech and FinTech, to Web3 and CleanTech; from Miami and Silicon Valley to Lagos and London.

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  • Cornerstone Holdings, LLC logo

    Cornerstone Holdings, LLC

    Due to its discretionary capital, Cornerstone is incredibly opportunistic and capable of being very flexible in how it structures its investments, including middle markets, niche markets, recapitalizations, LBOs & MBOs, growth capital, and real estate.
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  • Westminster Economic Development Agreements logo

    Westminster Economic Development Agreements

    The City provides assistance to facilitate business growth and development. Economic Development staff evaluates company qualifications based on acombination of the following considerations: Wage levels, sales tax generated, number of employees, and size of private investment, alignment with City’s strategic goals, and type of business.

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  • Energize Colorado Micro-Internships logo

    Energize Colorado Micro-Internships

    Whether you’re a small business looking for an easy and affordable way to advance your business or a college student looking to refine skills and build out your portfolio, Energize Colorado and Parker Dewey can help! Projects include but are not limited to building a new website, advancing SEO capabilities, or managing social media marketing, Energize Colorado connects small businesses with a solution.

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  • Extension of Certain Unused Credits logo

    Extension of Certain Unused Credits

    Businesses that provide a strong economic benefit to the state from existing operations, in a “Strategic Industry” with substantial ($400,000+) expiring Job Growth Incentive Tax Credits (JGITC) or Enterprise Zone (EZ) tax credits in tax years 2021 through 2025.
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  • CLIMBER Loans logo

    CLIMBER Loans

    The CLIMBER (Colorado Loans to Increase Mainstreet Business Economic Recovery) Loan Fund provides up to $250 million in working capital loans to Colorado small businesses.
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  • Elevtric Vehicle (EV) Incentives logo

    Elevtric Vehicle (EV) Incentives

    Many incentives are available for consumers interested in purchasing or leasing an electric vehicle or installing a charger.
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  • Mingle with a Mentor logo

    Mingle with a Mentor

    Lakewood’s experienced businesses owners have invaluable wisdom to share with new entrepreneurs as they begin their journey. Mingle with a Mentor assists our women- and minority-owned business owners to do just that. Women or minority business owners who have been in business for at least two years are invited to participate as mentors. Women or minority business owners, who have recently opened their businesses or have been in business for less than a year, are invited to join the program as mentees.

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  • Colorado Opportunity Zones logo

    Colorado Opportunity Zones

    The Opportunity Zone program is a federal incentive that encourages long-term private investments in designated low-income communities by giving investors tax benefits for investing in real estate projects and operating businesses

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  • Sequel Venture Partners logo

    Sequel Venture Partners

    Based in Boulder, Colorado, Sequel provides venture funding for early stage technology businesses. Sequel manages $400 million in capital and specializes in Healthcare, Internet and Enterprise IT, Clean Technology and Internet-based services.

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  • Data Center Design Assistance logo

    Data Center Design Assistance

    Our Data Center Design Assistance program provides free, comprehensive services to identify energy and cost-saving strategies for your new construction or major renovation project.

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  • Resource Capital Funds logo

    Resource Capital Funds

    We pioneered the private equity mining investment space 25 years ago, and have been partnering with investors and mining firms to build strong, successful, and sustainable businesses that strive to produce superior returns to all stakeholders.

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  • Thrive Workplace logo

    Thrive Workplace

    Thrive Workplace is a local coworking company that provides flexible workplace solutions and additional support services for individuals and growing businesses in the greater Denver area. Elevate your work environment with a robust selection of on-site amenities and thoughtfully designed spaces, while joining a diverse community that fosters collaboration and innovation - helping you succeed in both business and in life!

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  • Golden Business Accelerator Program logo

    Golden Business Accelerator Program

    We have completed our pilot and hope to bring this program to the community in 2024. The program matches 2nd stage businesses (in the Golden area) with advisors to help them get to the next stage/level of business. It is intended to primarily assist businesses that are already up and running successfully, but need some support to grow and excel to the next level. It is a partnership program of the Golden Chamber of Commerce, Traxion, and the City of Golden. For information, contact info@goldenchamber.org

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  • Meritage Funds logo

    Meritage Funds

    We are the #1 EOS® Implementers for Venture Capital & Private Equity Backed Companies.
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  • Genesee Labs logo

    Genesee Labs

    Genesee Labs Coworking is a shared workspace nestled in the foothills between Golden and Evergreen. Private and open offices allow remote workers and entrepreneurs to work independently-together!

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  • Infield Capital logo

    Infield Capital

    Funding opportunities for CleanTech, internal combustion, stored energy, mobile energy transmission, new materials, and more.
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  • Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive program logo

    Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive program

    Availability to offer a rebate of sales tax increment generated by a new or existing business. Must show ability to generate new employment or additional sales tax increment.
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  • Golden Downtown Development Authority logo

    Golden Downtown Development Authority

    The DDA is a special district that supports the economic and community vitality of downtown Golden. The DDA offers small business grants for those within the district.
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  • Financial Assistance - Arvada logo

    Financial Assistance - Arvada

    The Arvada Economic Development Association (AEDA) facilitates business growth by offering a variety of financial assistance and tax credits for businesses in targeted industries. These programs allow businesses to start, expand, renovate, or relocate in Arvada.

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  • Business Development Zone Program (BDZ) logo

    Business Development Zone Program (BDZ)

    Availability to offer a rebate of Use Tax, based on investment.
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  • Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute logo

    Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute

    We invest in more than your business — we invest in you! We focus on the whole entrepreneur, helping you build strong foundations both personally and professionally to create impact for your business, your household, and your community.

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  • Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit logo

    Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit

    Encourages investments in Colorado advanced industries businesses by incentivizing investors with state income tax credits.
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  • Traxion Business Growth Advisory Services logo

    Traxion Business Growth Advisory Services

    Traxion Venture Network provides business owners and founders with advisory services to support revenue growth, solving operational challenges, improved profitability and financial projections. Since 2016, Traxion has worked with 100+ founders and owners on operational execution, strategic planning, customer acquisition strategy and fund raising.

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  • Affordable Housing Projects logo

    Affordable Housing Projects

    Sales/Use Tax Exemption for Affordable Housing Projects.
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  • GF Private Equity Group, LLC logo

    GF Private Equity Group, LLC

    Private Equity Group exists to advance the financial goals of the Southern Ute Indian Tribe and its members by building a growing, diversified portfolio of private market investments from early-stage venture capital to leveraged buyouts.

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  • Sheridan Nine Executive Suites

    Coworking space conveniently located in the Sheridan Park Business Center in the Northwest corridor of Metro Denver. Many complimentary services are included in the monthly rate.
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  • SDR Ventures logo

    SDR Ventures

    We take a highly personal approach to understand your business and vision for the next chapter, simplify the complexities of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and create unique solutions to help you sell your business, buy a company, or raise capital. Industries: Lower Middle Market; Manufacturing; Distribution; Business Services.

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  • Point B Capital logo

    Point B Capital

    Capture value and leverage the relationships that Point B has developed, specializing in early-stage, growth-oriented companies.

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  • 3Lines Venture Fund logo

    3Lines Venture Fund

    Multi-region fund with investment area of focus Software Technology (AI, IoT, SaaS) in Colorado, USA and AgriTech in India.

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  • Intelligent Office - Lakewood logo

    Intelligent Office - Lakewood

    From physical office space to unique virtual services, our menu of flexible, on-demand solutions is designed to take day-to-day administrative tasks off your plate.

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  • Advanced Industries Collaborative Infrastructure Grant logo

    Advanced Industries Collaborative Infrastructure Grant

    Accelerate the commercialization and innovation of advanced industry products and services by building infrastructure for the advanced industries ecosystem. This program aligns private industry and research institutions to create public resources for the development of the advanced industries in Colorado.

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  • Colorado Manufacturing Sales and Use Tax Exemption logo

    Colorado Manufacturing Sales and Use Tax Exemption

    The Colorado Manufacturing Sales and Use Tax Exemption allows Colorado manufacturers to claim an exemption on sales/use tax on purchases to be used in the manufacturing process. This includes:


    Ingredients and component parts

    Property brought into Colorado temporarily for testing, modification, or inspection

    Gas, electricity, and other fuels

    Machinery and machine tools

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  • Entrepreneurship Center at Red Rocks Community College logo

    Entrepreneurship Center at Red Rocks Community College

    What the Entrepreneur Center offers: Start-Up Community Events Community & Market/Industry Resources & Connections Events and Workshops to Support Ideal Development Small Business Development and Start-Up Certificate Small Business Networking Opportunities Enhance your innovative prowess and cultivate your entrepreneurial spirit at Red Rocks Community College! The Entrepreneur Center at RRCC serves as a dynamic hub for business and project development, providing invaluable resources for both current students and alumni of the college.

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  • Connects Workspace (Golden & Red Rocks) logo

    Connects Workspace (Golden & Red Rocks)

    Connects Workspace is a coworking space with two locations in Golden. We offer private offices, coworking space meeting rooms and event space.

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  • Fisher Capital Partners, Ltd. logo

    Fisher Capital Partners, Ltd.

    Fisher Capital is a private equity firm that invests in entrepreneurial businesses and commercial real estate. Industries: Niche Businesses; Talented & Developed Management Team; Traditional Businesses & Real Estate.

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  • Refund for Vehicles Used in Interstate Commerce logo

    Refund for Vehicles Used in Interstate Commerce

    Effective July 1, 2011 a refund of state sales/use tax may be available for commercial vehicles used in interstate commerce. The refund availability is dependent on allocated funds collected from certain fines. The refund is calculated based on the specific ownership tax on the vehicle and issued over 3 years. Annual funds are limited by §42-1-225, C.R.S.

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  • Colorado Innovative Motor Vehicle & Truck Credit logo

    Colorado Innovative Motor Vehicle & Truck Credit

    Colorado allows refundable income tax credits for the purchase or lease of qualifying motor vehicles and trucks. In general, the credit is allowed for new electric and plug-in hybrid electric motor vehicles and trucks that are titled and registered in Colorado, although several additional requirements apply.

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  • ZJM Equity logo

    ZJM Equity

    ZJM Equity is a Denver-based private equity sponsor acquiring businesses in the small end of the middle market (minimum EBITDA of $2MM), offering buyouts, mature, middle markets, recapitalization, and growth investments.

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  • Colorado Succeeds logo

    Colorado Succeeds

    Building a strong workforce starts in our schools. Join the coalition of business leaders with a vision to radically improve education and training outcomes for all learners.

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  • Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Grant logo

    Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Grant

    The DDA seeks to promote energy efficiency and renewable energy technology in the downtown community. The desired outcome of this grant is to educate the community about energy consumption, while helping participants save money on energy efficiency and renewable energy installation and technology. The DDA will match 50% of project costs up to $2,500 per grant.

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  • Cannabis Business Technical Assistance logo

    Cannabis Business Technical Assistance

    The Cannabis Business Technical Assistance program is an educational program focused on the foundations of business development in the cannabis industry. The curriculum is housed on a secure learning management system and includes educational videos, coursework, and more. These materials are accessible on-demand, so participants can work through the curriculum at their own pace. The educational program is free of charge, but requires that participants register for an account to begin.

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  • Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program logo

    Enhanced Sales Tax Incentive Program

    Wheat Ridge Economic Development offers sales tax rebates to eligible Jefferson County businesses, encouraging investment, job creation, and economic expansion.

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  • Electric Vehicle Solutions logo

    Electric Vehicle Solutions

    Xcel Energy's Electric Vehicle Solutions program supports Colorado's transition to electric transportation by providing infrastructure, charging station incentives, and resources for businesses and residents adopting electric vehicles.

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  • Denver Minority Business Development Center logo

    Denver Minority Business Development Center

    The Denver Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center is the only federally-funded agency in Colorado that was created to specifically foster the growth of minority-owned businesses.


    Their professional team of consultants specialize in assisting minority-owned firms source, target and secure state and federal contracting opportunities.

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  • SAGE Sustainable Business Accelerator Grant Program logo

    SAGE Sustainable Business Accelerator Grant Program

    The SAGE Sustainable Business Accelerator Grant provides project-related, financial assistance on a reimbursement basis, of sustainability upgrades and services, that facilitate cost reductions and support resource conservation and environmentally friendly business operations. The program reimburses 75 percent of eligible project expenses up to $5,000 per business, per calendar year.

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  • Wheat Ridge Business Association logo

    Wheat Ridge Business Association

    Our mission is to cultivate a prosperous and growing community by promoting, supporting, connecting and advocating for Wheat Ridge business.

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  • Lighting and Equipment Rebates logo

    Lighting and Equipment Rebates

    Xcel Energy offers Lighting and Equipment Rebates for Colorado businesses, providing financial incentives for upgrading to energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, and other equipment to reduce energy costs and improve overall efficiency.

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  • Westminster Chamber of Commerce logo

    Westminster Chamber of Commerce

    The Westminster Chamber of Commerce has been serving businesses in Westminster since 2013. Our goal is to continuously improve the business climate and build opportunities for growth in Westminster and surrounding areas. We accomplish this through programs focused on advocacy, economic development, events, and direct services to our members.

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  • Economic and Demographic Data Services logo

    Economic and Demographic Data Services

    At no-cost, Jeffco EDC can create demographic, employment, and market data reports for your business.

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  • Exterior Improvement Grant logo

    Exterior Improvement Grant

    The intended use for this grant is to stop, halt or prevent the deterioration of buildings and structures within the DDA boundaries, while providing a pleasant experience for downtown residents, businesses and visitors. The DDA will match 50% of project costs up to $2,500 per grant.

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  • TalentFound logo

    TalentFound

    The TalentFound gateway connects businesses with the most relevant tools and resources of the Colorado talent development network, helping employers create their own unique paths to business success. Recruit skilled workers, train existing team members, and build your talent pipeline.

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  • Rocky Mountain Industrial Assessment Center logo

    Rocky Mountain Industrial Assessment Center

    The Industrial Assessment Center is a nationwide program sponsored by the Department of Energy’s Advanced Manufacturing Office. RMIAC’s mission is to provide technology, system and productivity-based recommendations that increase energy efficiency, reduce waste and provide financial benefits for small and medium sized manufacturers. The Center conducts energy, waste and productivity assessments through one-day site visits at no cost to the facility.

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  • Business Solutions Center logo

    Business Solutions Center

    Xcel Energy's Business Solutions Center assists Colorado businesses with energy management, providing tailored solutions, account support, and energy-saving tips to optimize efficiency and reduce operational costs.

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  • Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce logo

    Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce

    For 50 years the Evergreen Area Chamber of Commerce has proudly been serving the mountain community providing local business recommendations and community information. Our mission is to grow the local economy by building business and relationships, promoting the community and representing local concerns with our county government.

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  • Techsource Red Team Review logo

    Techsource Red Team Review

    Red Team Review is an innovative program that provides professional guidance and a final review of a company’s SBIR/STTR proposal prior to submitting it to the participating federal agency.

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  • Jumpstart Lakewood logo

    Jumpstart Lakewood

    Jumpstart Lakewood is a pitch competition open to all entrepreneurs in Lakewood who have yet to start a business or recently started a business and have generated less than $25,000 in net revenue. Applicants will have the opportunity to pitch to a panel of judges and compete for a cash prize to fund their business creation or expansion. Applications will open during the fourth quarter of the year and will need to include business plans and how the business will be funded or expanded with the prize money. Applicants will go through an interview and those selected will attend a pitch prep workshop. Stay tuned for the next application cycle.

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  • Tooling U-SME logo

    Tooling U-SME

    Manufacturer’s Edge has partnered with Tooling U-SME to offer high-quality, online training so manufacturers can maintain a competitive workforce and grow their organizations. A properly trained workforce can dramatically improve your bottom line through on-boarding and closing the skills gap faster, increasing quality output and reducing production time, boosting productivity by leveraging new skills and technologies, and minimizing risk and creating a safer environment for workers.

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  • International Trade Certificate Program logo

    International Trade Certificate Program

    WTC Denver's certificate program equips Colorado professionals with essential international trade knowledge and skills for success in global business.

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  • Enterprise Zone Investment Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone Investment Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ Investment Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a 3% tax credit for business personal property purchases. Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • Enterprise Zone New Employee Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone New Employee Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ New Employee Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a $1,100 per net employee hired during the tax year.


    Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • LED Business Grant Program logo

    LED Business Grant Program

    A one-time $300 grant is available to City of Golden businesses that retrofit existing non-LED lighting fixtures to the LED technology. Often, the ROI of a complete lighting retrofit is less than one year. Interested businesses in the City of Golden area should download the City of Golden LED Business Grant Application for full details.

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  • Enterprise Zone Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ Employer-Sponsored Health Insurance Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a $1,000 tax credit for each employee enrolled in an employer-sponsored health insurance program. This credit can only be claimed for the first two years a business is located in an EZ.


    Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • Business Data Services logo

    Business Data Services

    Get access to business and demographic databases by becoming a Jeffco Public Library member.

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  • Enterprise Zone Job Training Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone Job Training Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ Job Training Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a 12% tax credit on eligible job training expenses.


    Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • Economic Development Rate logo

    Economic Development Rate

    Xcel Energy's Economic Development Rate offers discounted electricity rates for qualifying businesses in Colorado, promoting economic growth, job creation, and overall community development.

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  • Enterprise Zone Research and Development Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone Research and Development Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ Research and Development Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a 3% tax credit on increased R&D expenditures.


    Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • Job Training Incentive Grant logo

    Job Training Incentive Grant

    The Job Training Incentive Grant provides financial assistance on a reimbursement basis, to encourage the hiring and training of a local workforce. The program reimburses up to $5,000 if hiring from an existing local workforce, or $6,250 if hiring a recent graduate from a Westminster institution. Qualifying applicant industries include: manufacturing, technology and innovation, financial services, aerospace/defense and business support services. Retail and restaurants are not eligible for this grant.

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  • Enterprise Zone Commercial Vehicle Tax Credit logo

    Enterprise Zone Commercial Vehicle Tax Credit

    The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is a state tax incentive program administered at the county level by Jeffco EDC. Businesses located in these “Enterprise Zones” are able to claim the EZ Commercial Vehicle Tax Credit. This credit allows businesses to claim a 1.5% tax credit on commercial vehicle purchases.


    Find out if your located in an Enterprise Zone today by using our Interactive Address Look-Up Tool by clicking on the link below!

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  • Connect2DOT Consulting logo

    Connect2DOT Consulting

    Connect2DOT helps small businesses in the transportation industry bid and contract with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and other local transportation agencies. Connect2DOT provides free one-on-one consulting, business training, online resources, and events for construction contractors, professional design, architecture and engineering firms. Services include consulting, technical support, training, workshops, outreach, and events.

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  • Grand Opening Promotion - Lakewood logo

    Grand Opening Promotion - Lakewood

    Lakewood Economic Development will help you promote your grand opening by promoting you in our e-Newsletter, on social media and highlighting your business in the Looking@Lakewood. Grand Opening Promotion can be for brick and mortar businesses as well as home-based businesses.

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    Connecting Colorado

    Employers can post a job to the job boards for free on Connecting Colorado, which is a website managed by the State of Colorado.

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  • Colorado Start-up Loan Fund logo

    Colorado Start-up Loan Fund

    The Colorado Startup Loan Fund provides loan capital to mission-based lenders to provide loans to Colorado entrepreneurs and small business owners needing capital to start, restart, or restructure a business, and those who are not able to obtain a loan from traditional lenders. This is a revolving loan fund, meaning the dollars will be used to continue supporting new entrepreneurs as loans are repaid.

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  • West Metro Chamber of Commerce 401k Retirement Plan Exchange logo

    West Metro Chamber of Commerce 401k Retirement Plan Exchange

    The West Metro Chamber of Commerce 401k Retirement Plan Exchange offers a cost-effective, streamlined retirement solution for Jefferson County businesses, providing expert guidance, simplified administration, and enhanced investment options to benefit both employers and employees.

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  • PTAC Expert Series logo

    PTAC Expert Series

    Colorado PTAC partners with industry experts to supplement CO-PTAC-led training. As a result, PTAC have robust course offerings covering all aspects of contracting – from simple to advanced topics.


    Most classes are offered in “Hybrid” format – in-person and broadcast.

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  • Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program logo

    Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program

    The Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI) will ensure all Colorado workers have access to paid leave in order to take care of themselves or their family during life circumstances that pull them away from their jobs, like growing their family or taking care of a loved one with a serious health condition. FAMLI will start providing benefits to employees beginning January 1, 2024. Most eligible employees will receive up to twelve weeks of leave. Those who experience pregnancy or childbirth complications may receive an additional four weeks.

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  • Global Trade Activator Program - Accelerator logo

    Global Trade Activator Program - Accelerator

    This program fast-tracks Colorado businesses' global expansion, providing resources, mentorship, and connections to navigate international markets successfully.

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  • Recycling Resources Economic Opportunity Program logo

    Recycling Resources Economic Opportunity Program

    The Recycling Resources Economic Opportunity (RREO) Program provides funding that promotes economic development through the management of materials that would otherwise be landfilled. Funds are available to support recycling, composting, anaerobic digestion, source reduction, and beneficial use/reuse. Grants and rebates are overseen by the Pollution Prevention Advisory Board and its corresponding Assistance Committee.

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  • Employee Ownership Tax Credit logo

    Employee Ownership Tax Credit

    The Employee Ownership Tax Credit is available to current Colorado-headquartered businesses and their employees to provide an incentive to establish employee stock ownership plans, worker-owned cooperatives, and employee ownership trusts. The tax credit covers up to 50% of a qualified business’ conversion costs for use on their state income taxes. To participate in the program, the applying business must be existing in Colorado for at least one year prior to starting their employee-ownership conversion and applying for the tax credit.

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  • Jefferson County Foreign Trade Zone logo

    Jefferson County Foreign Trade Zone

    Jeffco EDC, in partnership with RMMA, recently created a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) for Jefferson County. FTZs are secured, designated locations in or near a U.S. Customs Port of Entry where foreign and domestic merchandise is generally considered to be in international commerce and outside of U.S. Customs territory. As a result, activated businesses in an FTZ can reduce or eliminate duty on imports and take advantage of other benefits to encourage foreign commerce within the U.S. For more information on Jeffco’s FTZ, please visit our FTZ page below.

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  • AEDA Economic Impact Fund logo

    AEDA Economic Impact Fund

    In order to maintain flexibility, the AEDA Economic Impact Fund exists to provide financial assistance for special projects on a case-by-case basis. While this program does not have specific project qualifications, match funding requirements or funding limits, applications are heavily scrutinized to ensure public benefit and that the scope of the project is in alignment with AEDA’s economic development mission.

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  • Small Business Capital Projects Grant logo

    Small Business Capital Projects Grant

    The Small Business Capital Projects Grant Program provides project-related, financial assistance on a reimbursement basis, to encourage the growth and retention of existing Westminster businesses. The program reimburses 10 percent of the costs of real property improvements or tangible property purchases up to $5,000 per business, per calendar year. New businesses may be considered for approval with an active Westminster business license and submittal of a current business plan.

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  • Business Incentive Program logo

    Business Incentive Program

    Lakewood’s incentives are considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure there is clear public benefit to justify the incentive. Each incentive package is tailored to best fit the project it is supporting, including both expansion and relocation projects. Criteria that is examined includes: job creation, capital investment, public benefit, removal of blight and community investment. Contact Economic Development staff to discuss your expansion or relocation project.

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  • Business Improvement Loan Program logo

    Business Improvement Loan Program

    Wheat Ridge Localworks offers the Business Improvement Loan Program to support Jefferson County businesses with low-interest loans, helping finance property improvements, equipment upgrades, and business expansions.

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  • PTAC Comprehensive Individual Counseling logo

    PTAC Comprehensive Individual Counseling

    Dedicated Counseling staff with years of government procurement experience will help you understand how the market looks to your company and your industry will help with all the various registrations and certifications that are available and applicable to your company, including federal, state and local government registrations along with small business certifications such as Woman, Veteran or Disadvantaged Ownership, HUBZone and others. No need to dig through all of the sites manually, we'll assist at no cost to PTAC clients!

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  • Small Business Scholarship Program logo

    Small Business Scholarship Program

    The Small Business Scholarship Program provides reimbursement of business training expenses to licensed Westminster entrepreneurs and small business owners/employers with 50 or fewer employees. The program reimburses 50 percent of the cost of tuition, fees, and required materials, up to $1,000 per business, per calendar year, after successful completion of courses. New businesses may be considered for approval with an active Westminster business license and submittal of a current business plan.

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  • Talent Consulting logo

    Talent Consulting

    The Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center runs custom database searches in Connecting Colorado to source candidates for employers. They also work with their career coaches to promote positions to candidates that are best suited for your open positions.

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  • Proposal Assistance Funding Opportunity logo

    Proposal Assistance Funding Opportunity

    Funding available to help women-owned, minority-owned and/or rural-based science and technology businesses access private resources for assistance with SBIR/STTR proposal development. Grant awards will be up to $1,000/business. Funding is limited and will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Preference will be given to businesses that have not received this grant in the past as well as those that are using service providers headquartered in the State of Colorado. Businesses must be a science and technology venture based in Colorado that is women-owned, minority-owned and/or located in rural Colorado to be eligible to apply.

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  • Global Trade Incubator Program for Immigrant Entrepreneurs logo

    Global Trade Incubator Program for Immigrant Entrepreneurs

    WTC Denver supports immigrant entrepreneurs in Colorado with resources, networking, and guidance to foster successful international trade ventures.

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  • Host a Job Fair/Hiring Event logo

    Host a Job Fair/Hiring Event

    The Jefferson County Business & Workforce Center can help you plan, coordinate and execute a job fair or hiring event. These events take place in the community, at your workplace or online. We even help spread the word about it to job seekers.

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