INSPIRATION, COMMUNITY, PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES

No ordinary business program, The Commons is a nationally-recognized source of education, inspiration and training for entrepreneurs, but we don’t stop there.

Programs

Champions

Invite-only mentorship groups for like-minded founders to meet their business challenges.

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Power Hours

Weekly sessions for entrepreneurs to engage a powerful network of entrepreneurs and experts.

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CO.Starters

Accelerate your emerging business in this 9-week program.

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Women on the Rise

Connect to powerful networks and resources designed for entrepreneurial women.

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Resources

Resource Navigator

Searchable database of resources to help you start and grow a business in Denver.

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Community Events

Educational and networking events for the community by the community.

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DEDO Advisory Hours

One-on-one advice and governments insights for new and growing businesses.

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Startup Space Hub

Download the free app to access the entrepreneurial community.

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Upcoming Events at The Commons

Wed Dec 11 • 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

CO.Starters Community Night at The Commons

Join us to hear the business pitches, meet and mingle with the entrepreneurs and learn more about CO.STARTERS at The Commons.

Co.Starters is a 9-week resource-rich training and mentorship program to accelerate businesses. Participants can expect to receive insights, connections, resources, and tools to help build a thriving sustainable business.

Pitching Companies Include:

Annie Contractor – Workplace Equity Partners: We assess equity in the workplace and provide customized recommendations through data analytics so owners, HR, and operations leaders can confidently reduce turnover, increase engagement, and unlock business potential.

Erik Amundson – Mile High Vegan Network: The Mile High Vegan Network is the world’s first virtual network of local vegan business owners and entrepreneurs featuring shared resources, curated expertise, and storytelling.

Greg Edwards – The Experiment Life: A social connection platform, making you and your company look good, connecting you to the people you need and the people who need you. A better way to connect people, focusing on the intersection of recruiting, interviewing, and lead generation.

Jesse Bruce – Actually Learning: 1 on 1 coaching for accelerated learning

Katherine (Kat) Partch – Wisdom Within, LLC: Wisdom Within offers Yoga Therapy, which is the merging of 4 specialties: psychotherapy, neuroscience, ancient yoga philosophy/movement, and mindfulness. This therapeutic modality is all about deepening your connection with yourself, your body, and your innate ability to heal-grow-transform.

Nefretarie lockley – Pep talk now!: A non clinical solution for situations stemming from anxiety, depression and stress.

More companies announced soon!

Interested in applying for CO.Starters? Click here to learn more.

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Mon Dec 9 • 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Learn about Colorado Sales Tax

Join us as McLernon & Co. hosts an informative discussion with government employee and small business owner, Michael Bevis on sales tax in Colorado.

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Tue Dec 10 • 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Power Hours with Stephanie Cenedella, Brand Strategy Expert

SUPERPOWER: With 20+ years of experience as a brand expert, Stephanie helps to boost startups, entrepreneurs, and individuals in transition

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Wed Dec 11 • 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Power Hours with Luke Tierney, E-commerce expert

SUPERPOWER: Luke is an expert in direct to consumer marketing. He helps cpg brand scale sales on Amazon, social media, adwords and related channels

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I Own a Startup

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Thu Dec 12 • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Work For Yourself @ 50+ Workshop

Work for Yourself @50+ is a three hour workshop from the AARP Foundation that helps starters over age 50 explore what self-employment looks like in today’s economy and whether it’s something to personally pursue. Registration required.

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