Pikes Peak Small Business Week

Join us for Small Business Week: Legacy of the Peak, a celebration of the entrepreneurs who shape our community. This dynamic week is filled with opportunities to connect, learn, and grow, from honoring visionary business leaders to exploring cutting-edge innovations and championing small business success.

Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, bridging the past and future—where time-honored traditions meet bold new ideas. This year, we pay tribute to the trailblazers who built our region and the next generation of entrepreneurs who are redefining what’s possible.

Don't miss a moment of Small Business Week: Legacy of the Peak! Grab an all-access pass to attend all four events at a discounted rate—or join individual events if you prefer. But why choose when you can have it all?

Monday, May 5 – Kickoff Celebration & Awards Presentation

📍 COS City Hub | ⏰ 4:00 – 5:30 PM
💸 $25

Kick off Small Business Week with a lively networking event featuring a cash bar, appetizers, and a celebration of our thriving small business community.

🏆 Awards Presentation – We will honor outstanding entrepreneurs and business leaders with the following awards:

• Veteran Small Business Owner Award
• Small Business Person of the Year
• Family-Owned Small Business Award
• Small Business Champion Award
• Young Entrepreneur Award

Celebrate the success and resilience of local business owners while connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, business leaders, and community supporters!

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Wednesday, May 7 – AI Discussion

📍 Glen Eyrie | ⏰ 8:00 – 10:00 AM
💸 $25

A special edition of 1 Million Cups, featuring a discussion with Jonathan Liebert on how Generative AI is reshaping websites and marketing. Enjoy coffee and muffins while gaining valuable insights on the future of business technology. 

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Thursday, May 8 – Small Business Listening Tour

📍 Catalyst Campus | ⏰ 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
💸 $25

In Partnership with ‘In The Mix’
A collaborative session where small business owners share challenges and opportunities directly with policymakers. Lunch tables will be structured as working groups to facilitate meaningful feedback and discussion. 

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Friday, May 9 – Closing Celebration

📍 The Alexander | ⏰ 4:00 – 6:00 PM
💸 $25

Wrap up the week with a networking celebration at The Alexander! Enjoy a cash bar (with one drink ticket per guest), light refreshments, a chance to connect with peers and partners, and maybe a door prize or two!