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| 📣 Build Your Brand & Marketing StrategyDate: April 1
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce Feeling overwhelmed by marketing? This practical workshop will help you define your brand, clarify your messaging, and build a marketing strategy that actually works. You’ll learn how to identify your target audience, set clear goals, and prioritize the right messages - plus discover time-saving AI tools to streamline your efforts. Walk away with a ready-to-use brand and marketing plan template so you can stop guessing and start seeing real results. Partial scholarships are available. Call 970-204-8600 or email in...@larimersbdc.org. |
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| 💼 WYCO Job Fair – Register Today!In-Person Events: April 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Virtual Event: April 30, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Connect with job seekers across Colorado and Wyoming at the upcoming WYCO Regional Job Fair. This hybrid event brings together employers and talent through both in-person and virtual opportunities—all at no cost to attend. Hosted in partnership with the Colorado Rural Workforce Alliance, AD Works!, and workforce centers across multiple counties and regions, this event offers a powerful way to expand your reach and meet qualified candidates. Employers can register for multiple event formats, allowing you to maximize visibility and connect with a broader talent pool. |
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| 🏙️ City of Loveland Hiring EventDate: March 27, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: 200 Peridot Ave., Loveland The City of Loveland is hiring for a wide range of roles, including seasonal positions and long-term career opportunities. Connect directly with hiring staff, explore open positions, and learn more about what it’s like to work for the City at this in-person hiring event. |
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🎉2026 Annual CelebrationWednesday, April 8 | 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm Hilton Fort Collins | 425 W. Prospect Rd, Fort Collins |
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🏆 Honoring Outstanding Business LeadersWe look forward to recognizing the outstanding contributions to our business community and involvement with the Chamber: 2025 Collins Award Recipients: Dave and Steve Nichols, High Country Beverage 2025 David May Advocacy Award: Jeni Arndt, Former Mayor of Fort Collins 2025 Valerie Arnold Volunteer of the Year: Holli McElwee, Kilwins Fort Collins, Old Town Ice Cream & Treats, LLC
The Chamber convenes leaders and influencers who are making a difference in our community. We are honored to also recognize the following individuals for their contributions over the business community: Retiring Chamber Board Members: Ryan Schaefer, CEO & Principal, Affinity Partners Jennifer Johnson, The Light Center Nick Haws, Colorado Market Manager, EPS Group, Inc. Holli McElwee, Owner, Kilwins Fort Collins – Old Town Ice Cream & Treats, LLC
2025 Local Legislative Affairs Committee (LLAC) Chair: Holli McElwee, Owner, Kilwins Fort Collins – Old Town Ice Cream & Treats, LLC |
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| 🚧 Water System Flushing Underway in Fort CollinsFort Collins Utilities will begin annual water system flushing on April 6, continuing weekdays from 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. for approximately four weeks (weather permitting). Downtown flushing will begin earlier, around 3:00 a.m., to minimize disruption. Crews will work throughout the Downtown area -from Laporte Avenue to Laurel Street and Grandview Avenue to Peterson Street- as part of routine maintenance to keep water clean, fresh, and high quality. While service interruptions are rare, you may notice temporary drops in water pressure or cloudy/discolored water. This is not harmful and typically clears quickly. If needed, run cold water for a few minutes after flushing in your area is complete. For more information, visit fortcollins.gov/water or call 970-212-2900. |
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| Do you have what it takes to be considered one of the... Best Places to Work in Colorado? Registration Deadline is May 1, 2026 |
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| Best Places to Work in Colorado is a research-driven program from Best Companies Group that examines your company’s practices, programs and benefits and surveys your employees for their perspective. Companies that meet certain criteria are considered the Best Places to Work in Colorado. |
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| Starting July 1, 2025, Colorado companies can apply for the Skill Advance Colorado First and Existing Industry Job Training Grants. These grants can provide up to $3,800 per learner for workforce training for both new hires and current employees. Jointly administered by the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade and the Colorado Community College System, these grants support workforce training for both new hires and current employees. Businesses interested in applying for funding work directly with a local college representative, who assists with eligibility determination, training needs assessment, and grant application development. Training topics are customized to the individual business needs. Areas may include continuous improvement and quality, essential skills, leadership and management, manufacturing and computer/business skills. |
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| The State of Colorado offers free online educational business courses to support the lifecycle of Colorado small business owners. Our courses are organized into four business lifecycle pathways. Each pathway consists of courses to elevate your skills and knowledge in planning, launching, growing, and exiting your small business. Throughout each pathway, small business owners will have the opportunity to connect with their local Colorado Small Business Development Center to schedule free, confidential, 1:1 business advising. |
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| Enterprise Zone (EZ) Tax Credits
The Enterprise Zone (EZ) Program is designed to encourage job creation and investment in targeted areas by offering state income tax credits to businesses. If your business is located within an Enterprise Zone, you may be eligible for a variety of valuable tax incentives, including credits for hiring, training, and capital investment. These benefits can help offset costs and support your growth. To find out if you're eligible or to learn more, reach out to the Larimer County Economic and Workforce Development —we’re here to help you make the most of this opportunity. |
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| Colorado Startup 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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| Clean Air Program (CAP) Grants
The Clean Air Program (CAP) is a competitive grant program administered by CEO, with a total funding amount not to exceed $25 million over the program’s six-year duration, sunsetting June 30, 2028. |
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