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Exponential Impact (XI) is where innovation thrives and connections flourish. As a leading force in Colorado’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, XI empowers startups, high-tech companies, coders, and innovators by providing invaluable opportunities to engage, collaborate, and grow. These community events bring together the brightest minds across the state, fostering an environment where ideas spark, partnerships form, and businesses accelerate. Whether you're seeking mentorship, funding insights, or simply a network of like-minded professionals, these events are designed to equip you with the resources and relationships to thrive in today’s dynamic tech landscape. Explore these upcoming events and join us in shaping the future of Colorado’s innovation economy!
Drinks & Clinks Female Founder Social | CO Startup Week Unofficial Party
Drinks & Clinks: Female Founder Social brings founders and allies together to kick off Colorado Startup Week—celebrating, connecting, and fueling our state’s buzzing startup energy. Hosted at the chic Thompson Hotel bar, it’s your chance to meet new faces, spark ideas, and clink glasses to what’s next with exclusive happy hour pricing on cocktails and mocktails crafted just for us.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR DRINKS & CLINKS: FEMALE FOUNDER SOCIAL
Colorado Startup Week Kickoff Party
Celebrate the start of Colorado Startup Week with us at our Kickoff Party! 🥳🎉
Join founders, investors, community leaders and innovators from across the state for an evening of networking, music and celebration! Erik Mitisek (Co-Founder of CSW) and Micah Mador (Director of Community, CSW) will also set the stage for an unforgettable week of innovation and connection. Enjoy great music, drinks, food trucks and more!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR COLORADO STARTUP WEEK KICKOFF PARTY
Colorado AI Builders
The AI Builders crew has teamed up with Colorado Startup Week for a full-day mini AI conference as part of the official agenda. 🚀 September 17th! Mark your calendar.
This is Colorado's biggest startup event, and they have a FULL DAY of practical, founder‑led AI content — capped by a special edition of our AI Builders meetup that will feature some of Colorado’s leading early‑stage AI companies (plus a special guest appearance from Google DeepMind).
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COLORADO AI BUILDERS AT COLORADO STARTUP WEEK
Tech Connect: Coffee and Community
At Exponential Impact (XI), we believe that innovation thrives through connection. That’s why we host The Tech Connect: Coffee & Community — a weekly gathering designed for entrepreneurs, founders, and tech enthusiasts who are shaping the future through new and emerging technologies.
Whether you’re developing AI solutions, building robotics, designing software, or exploring ways to improve business operations, this is your space to connect, collaborate, and share ideas with others on a similar journey.
Join us every Thursday, 9:00–10:00 AM at Exponential Impact HQ, 3650 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Please RSVP so we have enough coffee and pastries using the link.
Come for the coffee. Stay for the community. Let’s build something great together.
XI Pitch Night
With a focus on community feedback and connections, these startup pitches range from the earliest ideas of a company to teams ready to raise venture capital. Come connect with others in the Colorado Springs entrepreneurship community, hear innovative ideas, and give helpful feedback to pitching entrepreneurs!
*XI is proud to provide pizza, and drinks to our community at no cost!
Please complete a free registration below if you plan to attend as a guest so we can prepare accordingly.
COS Rising 2025
COS Rising 2025 is a 3-day celebration of innovation, entrepreneurship, and community in Colorado Springs. Designed for founders, startups, and tech-driven thinkers, the event features interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and unique experiences that highlight both the challenges and triumphs of building something new.
From tackling real-world problems and sprinting through rapid app development, to embracing lessons learned from failure and exploring the city’s entrepreneurial roots, COS Rising brings together the people and ideas shaping the future.
A collaboration between Catalyst Campus for Technology and Innovation, El Pomar Institute for Innovation and Commercialization (EPIIC), and Exponential Impact, this event unites organizations dedicated to celebrating innovation and strengthening the startup community.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR THE COS RISING 2025 EVENTS
COS Rising 2025 -The History of Entrepreneurship in Colorado Springs
Join us for an engaging talk with historian John Harner as we dive into the entrepreneurial roots of Colorado Springs. From the city’s founding and the story of the railroad to the influence of visionaries like Nikola Tesla and the Penrose family, this session will explore how innovation, business, and technology have shaped Colorado Springs over the decades.
This event isn’t just about history—it’s about understanding how the city’s entrepreneurial spirit continues to inspire today’s founders, builders, and business leaders.
COS Rising 2025 - What's your problem? Workshop
Every day, we face more problems than we can count—whether in business, relationships, technology, or life. But what if those problems could become opportunities for growth?
Join Luke Doster for this interactive “What’s Your Problem?” Workshop, where you’ll dive deep into one of the challenges you’re currently facing in your business or career. Together, we’ll begin mapping a path forward so you can move from stuck to solved.
This is not a lecture—it’s a hands-on, collaborative session designed to help you think differently, get fresh perspectives, and leave with actionable next steps.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COS Rising 2025 - What's your problem? Workshop
COS Rising 2025 - Failure Fest and Dinner
Failure is not an if but a when for every entrepreneur. What matters most is how we respond—what we learn, how we recover, and how those lessons shape our journey forward.
Join us for Failure Fest, an evening of honest conversations and shared experiences, held in the beautiful Ent Center for the Arts – Ross Lobby. Over a full catered dinner, we’ll hear a short story from a guest speaker about how failure became one of their most powerful tools. Then, we’ll dive into meaningful table discussions with peers about our own failures, recoveries, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way.
Expect open dialogue, laughter, and insights that prove failure isn’t the end—it’s the spark for growth, resilience, and future success.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COS Rising 2025 - Failure Fest and Dinner
Tech Connect: Coffee & Community
At Exponential Impact (XI), we believe that innovation thrives through connection. That’s why we host The Tech Connect: Coffee & Community — a weekly gathering designed for entrepreneurs, founders, and tech enthusiasts who are shaping the future through new and emerging technologies.
Whether you’re developing AI solutions, building robotics, designing software, or exploring ways to improve business operations, this is your space to connect, collaborate, and share ideas with others on a similar journey.
Join us every Thursday, 9:00–10:00 AM at Exponential Impact, 3650 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Please RSVP so we have enough coffee and pastries using the link.
Come for the coffee. Stay for the community. Let’s build something great together.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR TECH CONNECT: COFFEE AND COMMUNITY
COS Rising 2025 - Problem to Prototype
Have an idea? Turn it into action in just one day.
Problem to Prototype is a Rapid Digital App Sprint where innovators, problem-solvers, and aspiring entrepreneurs team up to tackle real community challenges and create clickable software prototypes—no coding required.
Over the course of the day, you’ll move fast through ideation, sketching, prototyping, and pitching. Along the way, you’ll build new skills, make valuable connections, and experience the energy of turning ideas into reality.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COS Rising 2025 - Problem to Prototype
COS Rising 2025 - AI Builders: Colorado Springs Edition
Exponential Impact is proud to host the first-ever Colorado AI Builders event in Colorado Springs this September!
This free event brings together founders, developers, innovators, and enthusiasts who are building the future with artificial intelligence. Whether you’re coding, launching, investing, or just curious, this is your chance to see what people are creating right here in Colorado.
COS Rising 2025 - Startup Hike at Red Rock Canyon Open Space
Step away from your laptop and into the fresh Colorado air with our Startup Hike at Red Rock Canyon Open Space. This is your chance to connect with fellow founders, entrepreneurs, and innovators in one of Colorado Springs’ most breathtaking outdoor spaces.
Instead of sitting in conference rooms, we’ll walk the trails—sharing ideas, building relationships, and finding inspiration among the striking red sandstone formations. Whether you’re seeking meaningful networking, a spark of creativity, or simply a healthy reset from your daily routine, this hike offers the perfect balance of community and nature.
COS Rising 2025 - “Level-Up Virtual Reality” Lunch & Play
Take your lunch break to the next level with “Level-Up Virtual Reality” Lunch & Play at Catalyst Campus. From 12:00–1:30 PM, enjoy lunch, networking, and hands-on immersive VR experiences brought directly to The Lodge by Level Up Virtual Reality.
Step into racing simulators, try the Kat Walk VR treadmill, or tackle an escape-room challenge—all delivered through Level Up’s mobile services. It’s a chance to recharge midday, connect with peers, and experience the fun, innovative side of Catalyst Campus.
COS Rising 2025 -Software Delivery Discussion
Catalyst Campus invites you to a focused Software Delivery Discussion, exploring the unique challenges and solutions for delivering secure, mission-aligned software in the Department of Defense (DoD) ecosystem.
Led by partner experts, this session will highlight:
Best practices for delivering software in high-stakes environments
Compliance considerations and security requirements for DoD projects
Innovative approaches to accelerate timelines while meeting mission-critical needs
This program is designed to foster dialogue between defense professionals, software builders, and the broader innovation community on how to deliver software that is both cutting-edge and compliant with DoD standards.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COS Rising 2025 -Software Delivery Discussion
COS Rising 2025 - Pitch Competition and Happy Hour
Big ideas, bold pitches, and $15K on the line! Join us Sept 26 at Catalyst Campus for apps, drinks & a high-energy pitch showdown.
Overview:Get ready for an electrifying evening at the Pitch Competition and Happy Hour on Friday, September 26, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Catalyst Campus for Technology & Innovation.
We’re kicking things off with apps, drinks, and networking—then the spotlight turns to the main stage as emerging tech companies battle it out in a high-energy pitch showdown. Founders will go head-to-head, presenting their most innovative ideas to a panel of judges and a live audience.
At stake: $15,000 in prize funding ($10K for first place, $5K for second) to fuel their next stage of growth.
This is not just another pitch night—it’s a front-row seat to the future of innovation in Colorado Springs. Expect bold ideas, fierce competition, and the thrill of watching startups rise to the challenge.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR COS Rising 2025 - Pitch Competition and Happy Hour
Den AI Summit
Last year, DenAI made history as the first city-led AI summit in the nation. This year, we’re back with a sharper focus and greater urgency. As cities across the U.S. face budget constraints, workforce shifts, and growing public skepticism, the question isn’t if we should modernize government — it’s how.
Join thought leaders from across AI, government, and academia as we move from ideas to action. Expect bold keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and an AI Showcase highlighting real solutions designed to make cities smarter, faster, and more resilient.
El Paso County Free Business Resources Panel Discussion
Join El Paso County Economic Development for a free business resources panel on Monday, September 29th at Library 21c. You will hear from El Paso County Economic Development and guest speakers from:
Pikes Peak Workforce Center
Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center
City of Colorado Springs Economic Development
El Paso County Economic Development will share about the Enterprise Zone State Income Tax Credit Program and El Paso County Business Loan Fund Program.
Other panelists will share about their agencies’ free business resources and programs.
Whether you're launching a new business or looking to expand an existing one, this engaging event will offer valuable insights, interactive discussions, and resources to help you succeed.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE EL PASO COUNTY FREE BUSINESS RESOURCES PANEL DISCUSSION
2025 Space ISAC Value of Space Summit (VOSS VI)
Space ISAC's sixth annual Value of Space Summit (VOSS VI), co-hosted by The Aerospace Corporation, will explore the theme The Secure Space Ecosystem: Fostering Economic Growth, Global Partnerships, and Workforce Innovation.
VOSS VI serves as an annual forum for Space ISAC members and partners, bringing together experts across space, security, and threat intelligence sectors to strengthen the secure space ecosystem. This year's theme highlights the critical role of collaboration in driving innovation, expanding economic opportunities, and building a resilient workforce. As the space industry continues to evolve, fostering strong global partnerships and advancing security initiatives are essential to ensuring long-term growth and sustainability.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER FOR THE 2025 SPACE ISAC VALUE OF SPACE SUMMIT (VOSS VI)
Cybersecurity First Friday
Exponential Impact is proud to host Cybersecurity First Friday at our HQ on North Nevada Avenue! This dynamic monthly event brings together professionals from across the cybersecurity and IT industries—whether you're just starting out or well into your career. Founded in 2018, Cybersecurity First Friday promotes meaningful collaboration between businesses, job seekers, and hiring organizations while fostering community, conversation, and career opportunities. Join us to connect, learn, and grow with one of the most active and impactful tech communities in Colorado!
Click here to register for the Cybersecurity First Friday event!
Lean In to Your Career: Your Toolbox for Advancing in Tech by Colorado Startups
Colorado Startups is hosting “Lean In to Your Career: Your Toolbox for Advancing in Tech” THIS WEDNESDAY, August 27th, 4–7 PM at Clubhouse Work & Golf - an empowering evening for women in tech (and allies) to level up their careers.
Learn authentic networking strategies from Devan Kaplan and Alyce Blum, explore how AI can be a productivity and leadership superpower with panelists Maleka Momand, Amelia Wampler, Mary Moore-Simmons, and Nadia Eldeib, and take part in hot-seat peer mentorship for real-time career feedback.
End the night building genuine connections within Colorado’s women in tech community.
Click here to register for “Lean In to Your Career: Your Toolbox for Advancing in Tech”
EBV Graduation Gallery
Calling all veteran entrepreneurs! Don't miss out on this inspiring and interactive evening as we celebrate the achievements of our Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans (EBV) graduates. The EBV Graduation Gallery showcases the entrepreneurial journeys of veterans who have completed an intensive week of business training and mentorship with El Pomar Institute for Innovation and Commercialization (EPIIC) at University of Colorado Colorado Springs!
Whether you're a supporter of veteran entrepreneurship, a business leader, or simply curious about the next wave of startups, this event is a powerful reminder of the creativity, resilience, and drive our veterans bring to the business world.
This Friday, August 22nd | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Exponential Impact HQ, 3650 North Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Registration is still open. Act quickly!
Blaze AI Summit
What You’ll Learn at BLAZE AI Summit- Approachable Action through Breakouts
This isn’t theory. This is transformation.
At the BLAZE AI Summit, we go beyond the buzz and drop you into the real-world of AI-powered innovation. Whether you're just getting started or ready to deploy multi-agent systems, our breakout sessions are designed to meet you where you are — and take you where you want to go.
Approachable. Actionable. Advanced.
Our breakout experiences are designed to be practical, interactive, and relevant — no jargon, no fluff. You'll explore how to think with AI, not just about it. You don’t need to be technical — you need to be strategic. At BLAZE, we emphasize the mindset shift:
“Busy is the Enemy of Strategy.”
You’ll leave with tools, frameworks, and action-ready knowledge to reclaim your focus and build smarter.
XI Accelerator Informational Session for Douglas County and South Denver Startups
Are you an early-stage tech founder or entrepreneur located in Douglas County or surrounding areas in South Denver ready to take your startup to the next level? Join us for an in-person informational session in Castle Rock to learn more about the XI Accelerator—Colorado’s premier accelerator program designed specifically for technology-driven startups.
El Paso County Free Business Resources Event
Join El Paso County Economic Development for a free informational business resources event on Wednesday, July 2nd at the High Prairie Library in Peyton starting at 3:00 pm.
Whether you're launching a new business or looking to expand an existing one, this event will provide valuable insights and resources to help you succeed.
Topics:
Enterprise Zone State Income Tax Credit Program
El Paso County Business Loan Fund Program
The following guest speakers will also give a presentation about their free business resources and programs:
Pikes Peak Workforce Center
Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center
Exponential Impact
Eastern Plains Chamber
This event is FREE to the public.
Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Click here to register for the El Paso County Free Business Resources Event
XI Accelerator Demo Day
XI's Demo Day is the culmination & completion of the 12-week Accelerator Program and provides our startup founders the opportunity to showcase their startups' growth, development, and transformation over the past 3 months. Come hear from these founders as they pitch their innovative product solutions & present plans for future growth.
Click here to register for the XI Accelerator Demo Day on June 12th
Build Your DEMO in 90 Minutes: No Code, No Problem!
Join us for a free, in-person no-code workshop that combines a morning hike, hands-on building, and startup energy.
Join us on Wednesday, June 12th at Exponential Impact in Colorado Springs for "Build Your Demo in 90 Minutes: No Code, No Problem!"—a free, in-person workshop that blends creativity and community. In this hands-on session you'll transform your product idea into a non-functional demo using the no-code tool Loveable. Perfect for founders, makers, and side-hustlers, this workshop includes step-by-step guidance, free templates, and a roadmap to help take your idea from concept to demo.
90 Minute MVP Kickstart Workshop
Goal: By the end of the session, participants will walk away with a clear product concept, user persona, a core feature set, and a non-functional low-fidelity demo using a no-code tool (e.g., Loveable).
What You’ll Do:
Turn your idea into a working demo—in just 90 minutes and with zero coding. Whether you’re a founder, maker, or side-hustler, you'll leave with:
● A non-functional prototype built using Loveable
● A roadmap to take your idea from spark to MVP
What to Bring:
💻 Your laptop
💡 An idea or challenge you want to explore
🧃 Your energy—we’ll bring the rest!
Hosted by Humanity Innovation Labs, Bobcats Coding, Colorado Startups, and Exponential Impact (XI), this unique experience is equal parts hustle and high-impact building. Spots are limited—sign up now!
Click here to register for the Build Your DEMO in 90 Minutes: No Code, No Problem! Workshop
Garden of the Gods - Startup Hike + Workshop
Join us for one of the most beautiful hikes in Colorado -- Colorado Startups will be hiking through the stunning Garden of the Gods. Whether it's been on your bucket list for years, or you're a regular, this will be a stunning hike you won't want to miss.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR GARDEN OF THE GODS - STARTUP HIKE + WORKSHOP
FREE Virtual Lunch & Learn by Colorado Companies to Watch | Make Sense of Business Funding
Looking to fuel your company’s next stage of growth? Join us Wednesday, June 11th, from 12:00–1:00 pm for an exclusive Colorado Companies to Watch Virtual Lunch & Learn, presented by Energize Colorado.
Our guest speaker Spencer Ingram - an expert who’s helped deliver millions in capital to businesses worldwide - will guide you through smart, actionable funding strategies to help your business thrive.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Match your needs with the right funding (and avoid common traps)
✅ Overcome approval obstacles quickly
✅ Tap into funding sources lenders don’t typically share
Don’t miss this FREE opportunity to empower your business with better funding options!
Click here to register for the Make Sense of Business Funding virtual event.
2025 Small Business Resource Fair
Join us for a FREE event connecting business owners with 40+ local resources, including government agencies, nonprofits, and chambers.
The ACHIEVE Committee—a collaboration of 15+ organizations that support entrepreneurs in El Paso County—presents this impactful event to help entrepreneurs access the right support and receive tailored business advice through expert guidance, networking, and educational sessions.
Last year’s event featured amazing prize giveaways and this year will be even better! Make sure to be one of the first to reserve your spot and show up Thursday, June 5 | 11 AM – 2 PM at Exponential Impact in Colorado Springs
🍽️ Food trucks available onsite for lunch.
Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and grow your business! 🚀
Click here to register for the 2025 Small Business Resource Fair.
WEBINAR - Funding Your Early Stage Colorado Startup
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) is excited to host a Colorado-wide webinar focusing on Funding Your Early-Stage Colorado Tech Startup.
Whether you're in the beginning stages of getting your tech startup off the ground, or you're ready to start the fundraising process, if you are an early-stage tech startup founder anywhere in Colorado, this will be a great resource for you.
During our time together, you will hear about the various financing avenues available to you, which ones will make sense for your unique tech startup, and how to take next steps on your fundraising journey. Luz C. Gonzalez from OEDIT will share about government programs and incentives that support tech founders across Colorado, we will learn more about what it means ready to engage with angel investors from Kevin Kudra at Rockies Venture Club, Bill Miller will share more about who is a good fit for Venture Capital, Brittany Romano from Startup Colorado will share more about the many resources available to founders in rural Colorado, and Exponential Impact will share more about the challenges and opportunities their founders living beyond the Denver metro face. We will then have time for live Q+A for you to engage directly with our esteemed panel!
This will be a conversation you won’t want to miss. You will learn more about the Colorado funding ecosystem, find what partners might be the right ones for you, and have more tools in your toolbox as you proceed in your fundraising journey.
We can’t wait to see you there.
Click here to register for the Webinar - Funding Your Early Stage Colorado Startup
Pikes Peak Region Small Business Week
Join us for Small Business Week: Legacy of the Peak, a celebration of the entrepreneurs who shape our community and drive our economy forward. This inspiring week is filled with opportunities to connect, learn, and grow—from honoring visionary business leaders to exploring cutting-edge innovations and championing the future of small business.
Small businesses are the heart of our region, carrying forward a Legacy of the Peak—where rich traditions meet bold new ideas. This year, we honor the trailblazers who built our foundation and the next generation of entrepreneurs who are redefining what’s possible.
For over 18 years, Small Business Week of the Pikes Peak Region has been a cornerstone event, celebrating the innovation, resilience, and impact of our local business community.
Click here to learn more about the amazing events being held during the first week of May
Early-Stage Startup Funding Conversation
Join Exponential Impact (XI) on Friday, May 2nd from 2:00–3:00 PM for an engaging and informative conversation focused on early-stage startup funding.
We’re excited to welcome representatives from FirstMile Ventures, Colorado Startups, and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) for a candid discussion on the current funding landscape, what investors are looking for, and how startups can position themselves for success.
Whether you're actively raising capital or just starting to explore your options, this session will offer valuable insights and opportunities to connect with key players in Colorado’s startup ecosystem.
Click here to register for Early-Stage Startup Funding Conversation
Manitou Incline - Startup Hike + Early-Stage Funding Panel
Join us for a Startup Hike like no other — Colorado Startups will be taking on the Manitou Incline! Whether it's been on your bucket list for years, or you're a regular, this will be an epic hike you won't want to miss.
Colorado Startups, in collaboration with Exponential Impact, the Colorado Office for Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), FirstMile Ventures, Catalyst Campus, UCCS, and EPIIC, will come together to provide an energizing day that will be followed by an early-stage startup funding conversation with FirstMile Ventures. We literally have activities that you can partake in all day if you wanted to!
Colorado Women In Tech by Colorado Startups
Join Us for the Women in Tech Panel!
Colorado Startups invites you to an inspiring Women in Tech Panel on April 30th at 4 PM! Being a woman in tech means many things—it’s not just one role or one sector, and we’re excited to explore those possibilities together.
Our panel features accomplished Colorado tech leaders who will share their unique career journeys across engineering, product, growth, operations/HR, and startup leadership. You’ll gain valuable insights from their experiences, learn about their challenges and successes, and hear their advice on navigating and thriving in the tech world. Plus, we’ll celebrate the progress made while discussing how we can continue to create opportunities for more women in tech.
📅 When: April 30th at 4 PM
📍 Where: Connect, learn, and grow with an incredible community of women in tech!
Don’t miss this chance to network, gain wisdom, and build meaningful connections. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click here to learn more and register for the Colorado Women In Tech By Colorado Startups
Unlock The Power Of Survive & Thrive: Everything You Need To Know
Virtual Event Description: Unlock the Power of Survive & Thrive: Everything You Need to Know
Discover how Exponential Impact’s Survive & Thrive program is transforming the small business landscape in El Paso County, Colorado. Originally launched as a rapid response to the COVID-19 crisis, Survive & Thrive quickly became a lifeline—delivering $2.3 million in low-interest, non-recourse loans to 132 small businesses before federal funding arrived. The result? A staggering $156 million in economic impact for Colorado Springs.
Survive & Thrive Loan Terms are generally:
Loan size: $1,000 - $5,000
2% interest and no payments due in Year 1
3% interest and monthly payments in Year 2
4% interest and monthly payments in Year 3
But it’s more than just funding. Survive & Thrive connects small business owners with mentorship, holistic programming, and a supportive community—providing the tools and guidance needed to not just survive, but thrive.
Join us for this virtual event to learn how the program works. This webinar is meant to help local economic developers, lending insitutions and other business resources better understand how Survive & Thrive works and how it can benefit your clients.
AI Crafts Colorado Springs
AI Crafts Comes to Colorado Springs!
No fluff. No hype. Just practical insights you can actually use. We’re bringing your favorite event to Exponential Impact on April 18th, 2025, from 4-6:30 PM MDT to bridge the gap between AI promises and real results.
As AI reshapes industries in 2025, the divide between hype and successful implementation is growing. After guiding dozens of clients through this journey at Humanity Innovation Labs and Bobcats Coding, we’re ready to share the hard-earned insights you need. We'll cover everything from spotting “AI washing” and handling infrastructure limitations to approaching MVP development, estimating token costs, and making smarter AI deployment decisions.
And the conversation doesn’t stop when the presentations end—stick around for drinks, snacks, and a chance to dive deeper into your AI development questions.
📢 Join us for a refreshingly honest late-afternoon product meetup!
📍 Where: Exponential Impact
🗓️ When: April 18th, 2025 | 4-6:30 PM MDT
📢 Space is limited—reserve your spot today!
Click here to register for the AI Crafts - Colorado Springs event
XI Pitch Night
With a focus on community feedback and connections, these startup pitches range from the earliest ideas of a company to teams ready to raise venture capital. Come connect with others in the Colorado Springs entrepreneurship community, hear innovative ideas, and give helpful feedback to pitching entrepreneurs!
CO AI Summit - Academia, Industry & Government
AI/ML Innovation in Action. See What’s Next from UCCS Student Researchers! Enjoy panels, presentations & networking!
CO AI Summit: Academia, Industry & Government
AI/ML Innovation in Action – See What’s Next from UCCS Student Researchers!
Join us for the CO AI Summit, a premier gathering of academia, industry, and government leaders focused on artificial intelligence and machine learning innovation. This event, hosted by Catalyst Campus for Technology & Innovation in partnership with the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), showcases cutting-edge research and fosters collaboration among AI/ML experts, students, and professionals.
What to Expect
🔹 Lightning Talks – UCCS students present their latest AI/ML research in high-energy, rapid-fire sessions.
🔹 Poster Showcase – Engage with student researchers and explore their work through interactive poster presentations.
🔹 Expert Panel – Hear from top minds in academia, industry, and government as they discuss the future of AI/ML.
🔹 Networking Opportunities – Connect with professionals, researchers, and thought leaders shaping the AI/ML landscape.
Whether you're an AI/ML professional, researcher, student, or enthusiast, this is your opportunity to gain insights, collaborate, and be part of the future of AI innovation.
Secure your spot today and join us for an exciting evening of discovery, discussion, and networking.
Click here to learn more and register for CO AI Summit: Academia, Industry & Government event
AI Crafts Boulder
Cutting Through the AI Hype
AI is transforming industries in 2025, but the gap between hype and real-world success is growing. At Bobcats Coding, with experience across the USA, Portugal, Switzerland, and Hungary, we’ve seen it firsthand—everyone wants AI, but few know how to build solutions that deliver real value.
Join us on April 16 at Kiln for AI CRAFTS BOULDER, where we’ll share practical insights from real client projects on the five biggest challenges in AI product development. No fluff. No hype. Just actionable frameworks to help you:
✅ Spot “AI washing” and identify true innovation.
✅ Tackle infrastructure and scaling challenges.
✅ Approach MVP development and estimate token costs.
🔎 Why Attend?
Get real insights, ask tough questions, and gain the clarity your AI strategy needs.
📢 Space is limited—reserve your spot today!