Edition 20: December 2024 Startup Events and News In Colorado
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DECEMBER EVENTS
Boulder Open Coffee Club (BOCC) - This is an informal group for anyone interested in the startup community, particularly those with an interest in technology. We've been meeting regularly since 2007.
The group typically includes entrepreneurs, investors, designers, developers, product managers, and other interesting people. A typical session include 2/3 regulars and 1/3 newcomers - all are welcomed!
Many thanks to our sponsor MojoTech!When: December 3rd and17th, 8am (every other Tuesday)
Where: Virtual and in person (check registration)
Who should attend: Anyone interested in startups & tech!
Contributed by Chris Vieville
TEDxBoulder Salon On Becoming Ourselves: TEDxBoulder Salons are a place for the community to engage in dialogue with new ideas. Join us to explore the ambiguity and complexity that makes us who we are. Let's take a look at ourselves, as individuals and as a nation, through the lens of stochastic noise in our biology, determinism in our behaviors, and perspective in our identity formation.
When: December 4th, 3:30pm
Where: Rembrandt Yard
Who should attend: Anyone looking to learn how to explore concepts in new ways
Contributed by Stephanie
Silicon Flatirons Presents Startup Variety Show - Please join us on Wednesday, December 4 at Colorado Law for a special Startup Variety Show celebrating deep tech companies in the front range. The Variety Show ranks among the best ways to engage with Colorado’s Front Range entrepreneurial community. Now in its third year, Variety Show stitches together the startup scene, CU Boulder, innovators from the Federal Labs, as well as technologists from incumbent technology companies. Register online!
When: December 4th, 5pm
Where: CU Boulder, Wolf Law Building
Who should attend: Startups, established entrepreneurs, community members, recent graduates, undergrad/grad students
Contributed by Christine at Colorado University
WSSW Holiday Social: COOKIE SWAP - Let's reunite by gathering to swap stories (and cookies!) with other entrepreneurs and small business owners at our WSSW Cookie Swap. Bring your best homemade treats and get ready for an evening of friendly competition, new connections, and holiday cheer! Hosted by WSSW Lead Organizer, Vanessa McCrann.
When: December 4th, 5pm
Where: EsoTerra Ciderworks, 558 Main Ave, Durango, CO
Who should attend: entrepreneurs and supporters, both local and from all over the state to gather for a West Slope Startup Week in Durango reunion
Contributed by Shannon at Matchstick Ventures
Boulder Health Tech - Holiday Party & Food Drive - Boulder Health Tech's annual holiday party for anyone involved in the Boulder/Denver health tech community. We'll kick things off with an optional fun run, followed by a social gathering at Sanitas. We'll also be gathering food for the Harvest of Hope pantry to give back during the holidays. So if you come out, please bring an item!
When: December 5th, 4pm
Where: Sanitas Brewery Taproom - Boulder
Who should attend: Anyone from investors, founders, operators and in-between who are part of the Boulder/Denver health tech scene.
Contributed by Kevin
Demo Day: High Country Tech Growth Challenge - Mark your calendars for an inspiring Demo Day on December 6th! Join us from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Steamboat Social Club to celebrate the innovative companies driving the High Country Tech Growth Challenge. This event, hosted in collaboration with Routt County and Startup Colorado, supports the growth of local tech innovation in our communities. Come see 12 visionary companies deliver dynamic 3-minute pitches, showcasing their work to advance the tech ecosystem in rural Colorado. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the future of regional innovation firsthand!
When: December 6th, 5pm
Where: Steamboat Social Club (1103 Lincoln Ave, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487, USA)
Who should attend: Startup Founders, Investors, Mentors, Community Builders
Contributed by Josef at Startup Colorado and Andrew at Zumal Consulting
Momentum 2025! Entrepreneur Summit - Join us for a dynamic full-day summit designed to prepare entrepreneurs for a successful 2025! This event brings together established business leaders for a powerful keynote, authentic panel discussion, and two practical sessions covering critical areas like staying ahead of tech trends, prioritizing mental health, setting and achieving strategic KPIs, and leading teams with a sustainable growth mindset. Whether you're early-stage or scaling (ideally with at least a year of experience and traction), this summit is tailored to help you thrive. Open to all entrepreneurs, regardless of background, who are ready to elevate their businesses to the next level!
When: December 7th, 9am
Where: Code Talent (3412 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205)
Who should attend: Any Founder With A Early-Stage Business!
Contributed by Samuel at Access Mode
Startup Ski Days - Do you love to ski or snowboard? How about about on a Friday morning when the resorts aren’t packed? Startup Ski Days is a series designed to help you meet and get to know other local startup founders, operators, investors, and community members on the ski slopes.
When: December 20th, 7am
Where: Eldora Ski Resort
Who should attend: Anyone in the startup community: founders, investors, operators, startup enthusiasts and startup curious alike
Contributed by Micah at Colorado Startups
Colorado Startups Happy Hour in Denver - Celebrate your hard work and the end of the month at the Startup Happy Hour with the Colorado Startups community. Join other ambitious entrepreneurs, investors, and community members in our state's thriving startup ecosystem for a lively and fun event.
Spread the word, invite your friends, and let's celebrate together!When: December 27th, 4pm
Where: Whiskey Row, 1946 Market Street, Denver, CO
Who should attend: Founders, Entrepreneurs, Investors, and Startup Community Members