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Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur in Denver looking to grow your network, get expert advice, or connect with others in the community? With October right around the corner, we want to highlight DEDO events we host year-round just for you. Here are a few that are coming up:

Webinar: Coffee and Conversations
A casual virtual meetup to share ideas, ask questions, and learn about local resources.
📅 Virtual | Thursday, October 1 | 10 – 11 AM

Webinar: Understanding Certification
Learn about obtaining and the benefits of a certification for your small business.
📅 Virtual | Tuesday, October 13 | Noon – 1 PM

In-Person: Monthly Gathering @ Park Hill Innovation
The Monthly Gathering brings ecosystem partners together who support entrepreneurs across Colorado.
📅 In-Person | Thursday, October 15 | 4 – 6 PM

In-Person: Small Business Certifications
An interactive session designed to demystify the certification process and help you leverage it for real opportunities.
📅 In-Person | Tuesday, October 20 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Webinar: Nuts and Bolts of Starting a Business in the City and County of Denver
Learn the basics of launching a business for emerging entrepreneurs, from navigating the regulatory requirements to local support.
📅 Virtual | Wednesday, October 21 | 10 - 11 AM

Webinar: Partnering with Denver Workforce Development
Learn how to utilize our services to hire, train and retain your workforce.
📅 Virtual | Thursday, October 29 | 9:30 – 10 AM

Register for these events and explore more small business resources using the link in our bio! by @denverdedo

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🌳 Skyline Park Concession Opportunity! @denverparksrec is looking for a creative, community-focused business to operate concessions at the Skyline Park’s future kiosk in the heart of downtown Denver.

🍿🥤 The five-year opportunity, with operations beginning in summer 2027, offers the chance to create a welcoming destination that reflects Denver’s diverse cultures, traditions, history and values. Potential services could include beverages, prepackaged foods, food truck operations, event management and free cultural programming.

→ Ready to bring your concept to Skyline Park? Proposals are due October 19, 2026! Learn more about the opportunity and view the full Request for Proposals at https://bit.ly/4droX2R or use the link in our bio. by @denverdedo

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September is Workforce Development Month!

We’re so grateful for our team and the work they do to connect Denverites with job opportunities and resources. Every year, we help nearly 20,000 jobseekers and 1,000 employers take the next step.

If you need a hand with your resume, you’re looking for a job fair or interested in earning a new credential? Our Denver workforce team is here to help, whether you want to connect virtually or visit one of our three in-person workforce centers! by @denverdedo

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Visit our Denver Workforce Centers during Workforce Development Month and all year long!

We can help with:
• Resume building
• Interview preparation
• Job search strategies
• Connections to customized training and credentialing

Whether you are starting a career or taking the next step, we are here to support you all year.

Ready to get started?

Call: 720 337 9675
Click: workforce@denvergov.org
Come-In: Stop by any Denver Workforce Center

Learn more at: denvergov.org/workforce or use link in bio. by @denverdedo

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Apply by September 25! Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is accepting applications for the Denver Legacy Business Program, which recognizes and celebrates longstanding, independent businesses that contribute to community character. Local small businesses that have been operating for more than ten years are invited to apply.

💡Learn more and apply by September 25 at denvergov.org/legacybusinessprogram or visit the link in bio. Application assistance is available now through September 22.

This program supports Denver Legacy Businesses with:
✅ Inclusion in the Denver Legacy Business Registry
✅ Business promotion and Denver Legacy Business marketing & branding
✅ Tailored support and referrals to resources
✅ A network of longstanding small businesses across the city

✨ Explore the Denver Legacy Business Registry at denvergov.org/legacybusinessregistry. Link in bio. by @denverdedo

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We’re honored that Denver Workforce Development received the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s “Business Leaders Guiding Our Strategies” award at the 2026 Excellence in Workforce Awards. This recognition highlights our strong partnerships and commitment to strengthening Colorado’s talent pipeline.

The award comes during Workforce Development Month, a perfect time to celebrate our team’s daily work helping jobseekers through hiring fairs, interview practice, resume support, and more.

Read the full announcement using the link in bio.

Learn more at denvergov.org/workforce or email us at workforce@denvergov.org. by @denverdedo

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✨ Meet @kokorobowl Restaurant, a proud Denver Legacy Business celebrating 40 years of being in business. As a second‑generation owner, Mas Torito shared that the Denver Legacy Program recognizes the essential relationship between local businesses and the communities they support.

Applications are open for the Denver Legacy Business Program, which recognizes and celebrates longstanding, independent businesses that contribute to community character. Local small businesses that have been operating for more than ten years are invited to apply by September 25 at denvergov.org/legacybusinessprogram.

📍 Kokoro Restaurant is a family‑owned Japanese quick‑service restaurant serving Denver since 1986. It’s celebrating its 40th anniversary! Make sure to check them out at 2390 Colorado Boulevard.
🍱 Learn more about Kokoro and the Denver Legacy Business Program by visiting the link in our bio. by @denverdedo

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Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur in Denver looking to grow your network, get expert advice, or connect with others in the community? DEDO hosts events year-round just for you. Here are a few that are coming up:

Webinar: Nuts & Bolts of Starting a Business in the City and County of Denver
Learn the basics of launching a business for emerging entrepreneurs, from navigating the regulatory requirements to local support.
📅 Virtual | Wednesday, September 16 | 10 – 11 AM

In-Person: Monthly Gathering @ Park Hill Innovation
The Monthly Gathering brings ecosystem partners together who support entrepreneurs across Colorado.
📅 In-Person | Thursday, September 17 | 4 – 6 PM

Webinar: Partnering with Denver Workforce Development
Learn how to utilize our services to hire, train and retain your workforce.
📅 Virtual | Thursday, September 24 | 9:30 – 10 AM

Register for these events and explore more small business resources using the link in our bio! by @denverdedo

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@costartupweek begins today, Monday, September 14, and will run through September 17, 2026! As the largest free startup event in the country, it brings together entrepreneurs, innovators, and creators shaping the future of Denver’s tech ecosystem.

Denver is a hub for tech and innovation, and DEDO is excited to be part of the energy again this year.

Catch us at a few of our featured panels:

• Global Connections Local Impact: Why International Founders Are Choosing Denver | September 14 (1515 Arapahoe Street) from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🔗RSVP at investindenver@denvergov.org

• Catalyst Downtown: Creating the Ecosystem for Denver’s Next Generation of Startups | September 16 (930 15th Street) from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• Mountains to Harbours: Connecting Denver & Auckland’s Startup Spirit | September 16 (930 15th Street, 3rd Floor Main Stage) from 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• Exploring Business Opportunities with the City and County of Denver | September 17 at Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (1114 West 7th Ave., Suite 250) from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Learn more and check out the full schedule using the link in our bio or visit www.costartupweek.com ✨ by @denverdedo

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September is Workforce Development Month! While we are celebrating workforce development all month long, we remain committed to connecting talent with opportunity all year.

Check out this selection of upcoming events, with additional offerings available throughout the month and year:

📅 Webinar: Youth Resume & Interview
➡️ Calling all students ages 14 and up! Ready to boost your confidence and stand out to employers? Join us for this career-building session.
When: Thursday, September 10, 4 – 4:30 PM

📅 Webinar: Resume Tips and Tricks
➡️ Join our resume webinar so that you can feel empowered to succeed in your career journey!
When: Wednesday, September 16, Noon- 12:30 PM

📅 In-Person: Workforce Colorado Hiring Fair
➡️ The Workforce Colorado Hiring Fair is a coordinated, multi-county event connecting jobseekers with employers across the Denver metro region.
When: Wednesday, September 16, 11 AM – 1PM

🔗 Register and learn about upcoming events, resources, and more all month long at denvergov.org/workforce or use the link in bio.

#WorkforceDevelopmentMonth #DenverWorkforce #DenverJobs #DenverCareer #WorkforceDev2026 by @denverdedo

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Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) and @wtcdenver are excited to welcome the 11th cohort of the Denver Global Landing Pad (GLP) program!

This business acceleration program provides a comprehensive curriculum to help international founders grow and succeed in Denver. To date, 121 international companies have participated, resulting in the creation of over 154 new jobs from more than 25 companies who have expanded in Denver. Each year, a new cohort of scaling businesses is welcomed to Denver to take part, and this year, we are thrilled to welcome and celebrate our 11th cohort of this impactful program.

Help us congratulate these 11 scaling companies, representing seven countries: Australia, Canada, England, France, Japan, New Zealand, and Poland:

• Aeramine (England)
• @bloom.cycle (Australia)
• Bondao (New Zealand)
• Finnovate.io (Canada)
• @lift.music.app (England)
• @insquare.fit (Australia)
• KANKOSH (Australia)
• @ptpfit (Australia)
• Smartfluence (France)
• Tride (Japan)
• XPG Factor (Poland)

Learn more about the program at bit.ly/DenverGLP or use the link in our bio. by @denverdedo

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✨ September is Workforce Development Month!

Join us on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM for a focused virtual session designed for students ages 14 and up. Build practical skills to present your experience with confidence and prepare for the application process.

✅ Build a resume that highlights your strengths
✅ Tailor your resume for different roles
✅ Prepare for common interview questions
✅ Avoid frequent resume and interview mistakes

📍 Where: Virtual
🔗 Register using the link in our bio

Questions? Email workforce@denvergov.org ans learn more at denvergov.org/workforce. by @denverdedo

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