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It’s Time for the Expo in Englewood!

3rd Annual Englewood Business Resource & Lenders Expo

Did you realize there is a wealth of business resources at your fingertips?

* Learn about Opportunity Zones.
* Learn how to expand your business by getting certified for potential government contracts.
* Learn how you may receive help streamlining your manufacturing business.
* Learn about how the library can help with business marketing research.
* Hear from the area’s nonprofit lenders and what they can do for your business.
* Hear from the Small Business Administration and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
* Visit directly with all of the above–and MORE!

The third annual Englewood Business Resource & Lenders Expo is being held Friday, March 22nd, 8:00 – 9:30 AM, at the Englewood Civic Center, 2nd floor Community Room. Twenty business resource partners will each give a short introduction to their services. Marcia McGilley of the Aurora-South Metro SBDC will emcee the event, and the City of Englewood will give an update from the Economic Development Office. A continental breakfast will be served, AND it’s all FREE. Get all the details for this free event here.

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It’s the CMA Awards!

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Nominations are now open for the 4th annual Colorado Manufacturing Awards
— Presented by CompanyWeek and Manufacturer’s Edge

The only program of its kind in the United States, the CMAs bring together business leaders in a celebration of the modern manufacturing economy — a multi-industry, consumer, and technology-driven sector reshaping America’s rich industrial legacy.

Award nominations are open for the following:
Click on each award title here https://companyweek.com/events — for criteria and to nominate.

* Aerospace/Electronics Manufacturer of the Year
* Bioscience/Medical Manufacturer of the Year
* Outstanding Outdoor Industry Brand
* Outstanding Craft Brewer
* Outstanding Craft Distiller
* Outstanding Food Brand/Co-Packer
* Industrial & Equipment Manufacturer of the Year
* Contract Manufacturer of the Year
* Builder/Construction Co. of the Year
* Outstanding Cannabis Manufacturer
* Outstanding Consumer/Lifestyle Brand
* Energy Manufacturer of the Year

Plus: Video presentations: New Mexico and Wyoming Manufacturers of the Year

Manufacturers are encouraged to self-nominate. Companies can be also be nominated by peers, industry colleagues or other parties, but all nominations must include information related to the criteria list above.

Nominations close Friday, February 8, 2019.
Three finalists from each category will be selected by Feb. 15. Finalists will participate in CMA activities throughout Feb. and March (see key dates and activities below), culminating in the April 4 CMA gala reception, where winners in each category will be announced. A panel of industry experts will select finalists and a winner.

Industry program sponsorships are available.

Questions?
Contact Bart Taylor | (303) 888-2832 | btaylor@companyweek.com
https://companyweek.com/events

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Douglas County Business Resource & Lenders Fair

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The Douglas County Small Business Resource & Lenders Fair is being held in the South Metro corridor!

Friday, October 19th | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Parker Library | Event Hall | 20105 E. Mainstreet | Parker, CO 80138
(east of Parker Rd. at Mainstreet & Pine Dr., just north of Parker Town Hall)

The Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is organizing this fair in collaboration with the Town of Parker, Parker-Area Chamber of Commerce and the south metro area economic development specialists. Businesses are invited to attend at no charge.

Find out about SBA programs, loan and micro-loan programs available for small businesses through lending institutions, government contracting resources, State of Colorado and expanded SBDC services. There will be short presentations and an opportunity to visit all the resource tables. Plenty of time for Q&A!

Resources will include: SBA, SBDC, Connect2DOT, Minority Business Office, Manufacturers EDGE, Colorado Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, Better Business Bureau, Colorado Enterprise Fund, Preferred Lending Partners, Colorado Lending Source, Accion and more!

It’s free, but please register and receive updates: http://bit.ly/2NZIyKf

Download the announcement here…

Sponsors:

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Englewood Manufacturing Day Celebration

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Join the City of Englewood for a free event that recognizes the manufacturing industry:
Englewood Manufacturing Day Celebration

The City of Englewood, Manufacturer’s Edge, and Palmer DCS are coming together to host the celebration and say thank you to local manufacturers and connect each one with resources to help grow your business. They are part of October’s North American recognition of the industry.

Food, beer & wine, music, and prizes will be provided. Spots are filling fast, so read more event details and register by October 1st at https://bit.ly/2NdI9qU

Thursday, October 4th | 4:30 – 6:30 PM
Palmer DCS | 2810 S. Raritan St. | Englewood

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Made in Colorado 100 manufacturers

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You’re invited

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