Colorado SBDC serving Southwest Colorado

06/05/2026

We will be in Silverton for a day of in-person advising on Friday, June 26th!

Contact Jordan Noble at [email protected] or (970)903-5424 to schedule your session!

05/18/2026

Interested in government or corporate contracting? This opportunity is for you!

Virtual sessions offered May 20 and May 28 from 9am to 12 pm.

Learn more and register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/GxHA5OewQSW4ojORIIgNFg #/registration

This training is offered through the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade Minority Business Office.

05/11/2026

Starting a Business? This workshop is for you!!

Turn your business idea into a clear plan. In just 4.5 hours, gain the tools, resources, and expert guidance you need to confidently launch your small business, plus access to no-cost one-on-one advising after the workshop.

Register here: https://socgov38.my.site.com/ColoradoSBDC/s/event-function?c__recordId=a0HV1000005t72n

05/07/2026

We can't do the work we do without the support of our community. Thank you City of Durango - Government for supporting the SBDC and the small businesses that make our community so vibrant!

05/06/2026

05/05/2026

Happy National Small Business Week! ☀️ This week is all about YOU—the business dreamers, the doers, and the backbone of our Colorado communities.

We're so proud to share that businesses receiving Colorado SBDC support generated over $1 million in additional estimated state sales tax revenue in 2024! 📈 When our small businesses succeed, our entire state wins.

Are you ready to turn your passion into a viable reality? From no-cost advising to specialized workshops, we’re here to help you navigate every step of the journey. 🤝

Visit us at sbdc.colorado.gov to get started.

05/05/2026

Starting a Business? This workshop is for you.

Turn your business idea into a clear plan. In just 4.5 hours, gain the tools, resources, and expert guidance you need to confidently launch your small business, plus access to no-cost one-on-one advising after the workshop.

Register here: https://socgov38.my.site.com/ColoradoSBDC/s/event-function?c__recordId=a0HV1000005t72n

05/04/2026

Breaking into government contracting might be closer than you think. This session explores how B2B businesses can expand into B2G, uncovering new revenue streams and long-term opportunities in the public sector.

Join us to learn from expert speakers and a lineup of exceptional sessions at the 2026 Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference.

🎟️ Event: Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference
📅 Date: May 6, 2026
📍 Location: Sky Ute Casino Resort
🧠 Hosted by: Colorado SBDC serving Southwest Colorado & Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation

🔗 Visit our webpage to see the full schedule of sessions and to register: https://socgov38.my.site.com/ColoradoSBDC/s/event-function?c__recordId=a0HHn00000TNdlJ

05/01/2026

What if the way we define success is actually holding us back? Sandy Lane challenges leaders to rethink growth by putting people at the center of performance. Drawing from her experience as a CPA, CFO, and startup founder, Sandy blends financial insight with human behavior to help you lead with clarity, alignment, and real results.

Join us to learn from Sandy A. Lane and a lineup of exceptional speakers at the 2026 Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference.

🎟️ Event: Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference
📅 Date: May 6, 2026
📍 Location: Sky Ute Casino Resort
🧠 Hosted by: Colorado SBDC serving Southwest Colorado & Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation

🔗 Visit our webpage to see the full schedule of sessions and to register: https://socgov38.my.site.com/ColoradoSBDC/s/event-function?c__recordId=a0HHn00000TNdlJ

04/29/2026

What does it look like to build a business that truly reflects your values? Zachary Ray, Owner and CEO of Desert Sun Coffee Roasters , shares a compelling journey shaped by global experience, community impact, and purpose-driven leadership.

His keynote will challenge and inspire you to think differently about success, and how your business can create meaningful change.

🎟️ Event: Southwest Colorado Small Business Conference
📅 Date: May 6, 2026
📍 Location: Sky Ute Casino Resort
🧠 Hosted by: Colorado SBDC serving Southwest Colorado & Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation
🔗 Visit our webpage to see the full schedule of sessions and to register: https://socgov38.my.site.com/ColoradoSBDC/s/event-function?c__recordId=a0HHn00000TNdlJ

Desert Sun Coffee Roasters