Denver Economic Development & Opportunity

05/30/2026

Have you checked out the new Denver BizHub yet? It’s a new central hub to put as many small business resources and tools all in one place, making it simpler to find what you need. Check it out at Denvergov.org/bizhub

Recently, Denver Economic Development & Opportunity launched the Denver BizHub - a new resource page for local small businesses designed to make it easier to find what you need, all in one place: Denvergov.org/BizHub

In addition to 1:1 business advisory services and small business webinars, you can search various resources to:

▪️ Fund and Finance Your Business
▪️ Build Your Business
▪️ Grow Your Business
▪️ Start and Plan Your Business
▪️ Hire and Manage Your Workforce
▪️ Navigate City Services and Requirements
▪️ and more

Check it out at Denvergov.org/BizHub

05/26/2026

The monthly Denver Economic Development & Opportunity newsletter is here! Read our May newsletter at bit.ly/DEDOMayNewsletter26 or by using the link in our bio. 🔗
 
🔔 Want to get the DEDO Newsletter delivered straight to your inbox? Subscribe now for future updates at bit.ly/DEDONewsletter or use the link in our bio. 🔗

05/14/2026

Denver Workforce Development is hosting a series of in-person and virtual job fairs to connect jobseekers to employers as part of the Mayor’s YouthWorks Summer Hiring Series— all are welcome to attend! Learn more and register at denvergov.org/youthsummer or use the link in our bio. 🔗

Bring your resume and meet potential employers. Dates and times below:

In Person Job Fairs
📅 THIS Saturday, May 16 | 11 AM – 1 PM
📍 Green Valley Ranch Recreation Center

Virtual Job Fairs
📅 Thursday, May 28 | 3 – 5 PM

➡️ Employers, if you are interested in participating in any of the above job fairs as an employer hiring seasonal or year-round roles, contact [email protected]

Also don’t forget! If you’re ages 14-21 and have a summer job, you can apply for a $250 summer bonus! Learn more and apply using the link in our bio. 🔗

05/13/2026

✨ Meet , a family-owned, local small business in Denver’s Westwood neighborhood. Serving ice cream and more treats in a fun, retro style environment, it is a welcoming spot for the whole community.

With support from Denver Economic Development & Opportunity’s Business Facade Improvement Grant, they were able to refresh the buildings exterior, creating an updated, modern look that matches the fun experience inside. The owner says the improvements have helped the business better connect with the neighborhood.

Be sure to check them out!

📍 3941 Morrison Rd, Denver, CO
🍨 Learn more about Bule Bule Neveria by visiting the link in our bio.
➡️ Learn more about DEDO small business support at the Denver BizHub at denvergov.org/bizhub or visit the link in our bio.

05/11/2026

Join the Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO) tomorrow for our monthly webinar series designed to help small businesses understand the certification process—and how it can open doors to new opportunities.

📅TOMORROW, Tuesday, May 12 | Noon – 1 PM
🔗Register here: bit.ly/DSBOUnderstandingCertification

These sessions walk you through:
✅ Who DSBO is and how we support small businesses
✅ The different types of certifications available
✅ Eligibility requirements
✅ A step-by-step look at the application process
✅ How to do business with the City and County of Denver

05/07/2026

POV: it’s hard to pick just one! Which local small business are you visiting during National Small Business Week?! Drop it in the comments ⬇️

Need a place to start? Check out the Denver Legacy Businesses Registry at denvergov.org/legacybusinessregistry

05/06/2026

During National Small Business Week, Denver Economic Development and Opportunity is excited to launch the Denver BizHub - a new resource page for local small businesses designed to make it easier to find what you need, all in one place: Denvergov.org/BizHub

In addition to 1:1 business advisory services and small business webinars, you can search various resources to:

▪️ Fund and Finance Your Business
▪️ Build Your Business
▪️ Grow Your Business
▪️ Start and Plan Your Business
▪️ Hire and Manage Your Workforce
▪️ Navigate City Services and Requirements
▪️ and more

Check it out at Denvergov.org/BizHub

05/05/2026

🙌 During National Small Business Week, Denver Economic Development & Opportunity, in partnership with Colorado Enterprise Fund, is announcing the BUILD (Business Investments, Loans and Development) Denver program, a new revolving loan program designed to provide affordable loans to Denver small businesses seeking to start, invest or grow their business endeavors.

Business owners will also receive no-cost business coaching focused on loan readiness, application assistance, and support throughout the life of the loan.

➡️ Learn more about the program at denvergov.org/BUILD.
📅 Applications will open Monday, June 1, 2026.

Interested small businesses are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming information sessions to learn more about eligibility, the application process and more:

▪️ Virtual | Tuesday, June 9 | 10 - 11 AM
▪️ Virtual | Thursday, June 25 | 3 - 4 PM

➡️ Register and learn more at denvergov.org/BUILD

05/04/2026

Happy National Small Business Week, Denver! This week, and every week, we celebrate the local small businesses that make Denver, Denver. When you support local, you are investing in local jobs, supporting local neighborhoods and keeping money circulating right here in Denver, strengthening our local economy.

In honor of National Small Business Week, we are sharing DEDO small business events happening this week. Learn more below about upcoming small business events hosted this week and year-round:

Webinar: Nuts & Bolts of Starting a Business in Denver
📅 Wednesday, May 6 | 10:00–11:00 AM
🔗 Register or explore other dates: bit.ly/DEDONutsandBolts26

Webinar: Coffee and Conversation
📅 Virtual | Thursday, May 7 | 10 –10:45 AM
🔗 Register or explore other dates: https://bit.ly/DEDOCoffeeAndConvos

In-Person: Small Business Tax Credit, Lending, and Business Support Seminar
📅 In-Person| Thursday, May 7 | 9 – 10 AM
🔗 Register or explore other dates: https://bit.ly/DEDOSmallBusinessSeminar

Want to explore more small business resources? Visit us at denvergov.org/DEDO