Ever wondered how to steer your business toward a future of success? This presentation explores essential strategic topics for future prosperity. We will talk about crafting year-ahead hiring plans, effective budgeting for future expenses and loans, and detailed campaign planning for product and service marketing.

Participants will gain the practical skills to confidently navigate future uncertainties and ensure their organization is ready for growth.

Register HERE

We know small business owners are juggling a lot. Our Open-Schedule Series is GBC’s way of delivering meaningful, hands-on value to members without adding more meetings, calendars, or stress. This asynchronous event series allows you to participate anytime, connect digitally with fellow members, and receive practical feedback tailored to your specific business’ needs. No live sessions. No added pressure. Just expert insights—on your schedule.

How it works:

GBCA member businesses can sign up for asynchronous workshops hosted and sponsored by fellow members. Instead of attending a live session, participants receive direct, customized guidance—essentially becoming a client of the host business—along with 3–5 actionable recommendations to help level up a focused area of their business.

March 11th Open-Schedule Workshop:
Sponsored by Zova Marketing, this asynchronous workshop focuses on Google My Business Optimization and Managing Online Reviews. Zova Marketing helps businesses get discovered online through smart, effective digital marketing strategies.

The first 5 GBCA members to sign up will receive personalized feedback from Zova Marketing on how to improve their visibility and performance on Google.

• Sign-up opens: March 11, Register HERE

• Participants submit their business details (including website)

• Feedback delivered by: April 1

Engage with fellow entrepreneurs and build meaningful connections at our Play Hard events. More information here.

GBC Awards Dinner
NOVEMBER 8, 2025 | THE ESTABLISHMENT, Westminster, CO
Celebrate Colorado's values-driven business leaders, immediately following Level Up Academy
Get tickets: HERE

Learn more: HERE

If your business budget can’t handle another unexpected expense, you’re not alone. Too often, energy decisions that affect small businesses’ bottom lines are made without their input. Join us on October 30th for a Clean Energy Webinar designed to help small business owners understand what’s happening in Colorado’s clean energy landscape, how upcoming decisions impact energy costs, and how you can make your voice heard.

Learn practical ways to advocate for clean, affordable energy solutions that strengthen small businesses and help build a more sustainable Colorado economy. REGISTER HERE!

Cowork with fellow small business leaders at Work Hard, our energizing co-working meetup designed to boost productivity and connection. More information here.

Learn the essential skills for interacting with legislators and making your voice heard at  the Capitol. This session, presented by Hunter Nelson of Small Business Majority, will teach you how to find your legislative district, identify your  representatives, and prepare for your first one-on-one meeting with a legislator, ensuring  you approach the process with confidence. Register here.

Engage with fellow entrepreneurs and build meaningful connections at our Play Hard events. More information here.

Join us for Policy & Advocacy 101: Legislative Recap, a dynamic and accessible session led by the team at Salazar & Associates. This is your chance to get a clear picture of what passed (and what didn’t), issues that matter to you and your business and demystify the policymaking process.

What to Expect:

• A high-level overview of key wins and setbacks from the latest Colorado legislative session

• Insights into how recent policies impact local businesses and communities

• Time for Q&A with experts from Salazar & Associates

RSVP now to reserve your spot!

https://bit.ly/June-Policy101

Good Business Colorado’s Work Hard events are designed to help members connect, collaborate, and co-work in inspiring spaces across the state. Whether you’re looking to boost productivity or simply surround yourself with like-minded business leaders, this series offers the perfect mix of focus and fellowship.

Join us for our June 13 at Prodigy Coffeehouse —grab your laptop, plug in, and build meaningful connections while you get things done.

Let’s work hard, together. Register here: https://bit.ly/JuneWorkHard

Join us on on May 1, 2025 at La Victoria Healing Kitchen. From 1-3pm we will host a co-working space. We will have a New GBC Member Welcome from 3-4. Followed by a networking mixer from 4-6pm. All are welcome for any part of the day or the entire event! Click here for more details and to RSVP

The Work Hard/Play Hard series is designed to create meaningful connections among GBC members. The Work Hard events are co-working meetups, providing an opportunity for our remote-working members to work alongside one another, fostering collaboration and community. The Play Hard events, on the other hand, are relaxed, engaging networking gatherings focused on fun and connection.

La Victoria Healing Kitchen nurtures community connections through meaningful experiences centered on culture, wellness, and health. Offerings include cultural events, wellness workshops, and culinary classes that promote health and healing.

Sponsored by La Victoria Healing Kitchen, The Monday Lab, Cut the Plastic and The Ray of Justice

Interested in Sponsoring? Reach out to Programs Manager Doni Clemons.

GBC Lunch & Letters – Legislative Action Meetup

For Coloradan’s who want an approachable and easy way to get involved with policy and contacting local politicians and legislators!

Join Good Business Colorado for a mid-day HYBRID (in person and virtual) gathering to take action on key legislation impacting values-aligned businesses. Over lunch, we’ll:
– Discuss the 2025 legislative session
– Email lawmakers together 
– Explore opportunities to testify on GBC priority bills 

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (MT)

VIRTUAL Location: Select Virtual Ticket Option and Zoom link will be emailed to you.

IN PERSON Location:
Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library
Blair-Caldwell Links, Inc., Denver Chapter Community Room
2401 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205

Let’s use our collective voice to advocate for an equitable, sustainable, and prosperous Colorado. 

Sponsored by: The Ray of Justice, Trauma-informed legal representation for crime victims and abuse survivors

We are thrilled to cordially invite you to our Virtual Town Hall on September 5th at 9:00 AM (MT) via Zoom. This event marks an exciting moment as we introduce GBC’s new Executive Director, Yolanda Richard!

The installment of our new ED began with a thoughtful two-month interview process, facilitated by a dynamic team of board members, staff, and GBC members. Throughout this period, Yolanda consistently exhibited compassionate, capable, and ethical leadership qualities that deeply impressed and inspired us. We heard her “why,” — her passion for small businesses and vision for the future of GBC, her love for the State of Colorado and its rural communities. We heard her commitment to advocacy, racial and economic justice, and climate justice. We saw her compassion, warmth, and kindness towards our staff and members. It was by no surprise that all of our efforts culminated in a unanimous vote to install her as our new Executive Director.

To learn more about Yolanda’s background and experiences, please view her bio HERE.

What to Expect at Our Town Hall:

• Introduction to Yolanda Richard: Get to know Yolanda, hear her personal story, and understand her motivation for joining Good Business Colorado.

• Q&A Session: Engage directly with Yolanda as she addresses your questions and shares her initial thoughts and vision for our community.

• A Glimpse into the Future: Learn about GBC’s first steps towards intentional strategic planning and Yolanda’s mission to personally connect with our members in every region of Colorado!

• We Need YOU: Learn about all of our upcoming events and volunteer opportunities, and hear from our Board Chair about joining the Board of Directors!

This town hall is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow members, learn about our new leadership, and understand the future direction of Good Business Colorado. Your participation is crucial as we embark on this exciting new chapter together.

Come to Electric Avenue and kick-off West Slope Startup Week in style. Some of Durango's most daring chefs will be going wire-to-wire, making delicious green-chili centered lunches on all electric appliances. While they are busy sizzling on electric stoves & ovens, LPEA, 4 Core, Good Business Colorado, Good Food Collective and more will host an expo to share all things electrification. If you've been wondering how your business can "electrify," this is the event for you. You'll leave with a full belly and connections to incentives, vendors, financing options and anything else you need to get started. 

Let's Rock on Down to Electric Avenue! 

⚡️Welcome to Electric Avenue⚡️ This unique event series blends the excitement of live cooking competitions with the latest in electric kitchen technology, offering a unique look at the future of sustainable cooking.

Here’s what to expect: Local top chefs will be turning up the heat using only electric appliances, competing to create the best dishes right before your eyes. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see innovative cooking methods in action, and learn why moving towards electric kitchens is not just a trend, but a smarter, safer way to cook.

Alongside the culinary action, explore our electrification expo! You'll find the latest electric vehicles, E-bikes, and interactive displays from local utilities and tech companies, giving you a taste of the technology that’s driving our sustainable future.

Be sure to come early and stay late, there will be LOTS to explore!

Competition Theme: How Pueblo Can You Go? 

🎟️ Grab your ticket and join us for a day where flavor and future collide. Dive into Electric Avenue and experience how cooking is evolving right before your eyes.