Denver Economic Development & Opportunity

Denver Economic Development & Opportunity Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) is creating an economy that works for everyone.

📢 CALLING ALL DENVER ARTISTS! The Downtown Denver Partnership and Denver Arts & Venues are seeking local artists to crea...
02/24/2025

📢 CALLING ALL DENVER ARTISTS!
The Downtown Denver Partnership and Denver Arts & Venues are seeking local artists to create interactive storefront installations that tell the stories of Denver's neighborhoods along 16th Street.

💫 Project Highlights:
6 Installation Opportunities
$5,000 Budget Per Installation
Location: 16th Street, Downtown Denver
Interactive installations that engage visitors
Integration of digital elements

🗓️ Applications Open: January 23-February 28, 2025
Be part of downtown's transformation as the corridor's reconstruction nears completion in Summer 2025!

Apply at ThisIsMyDenver.com/Fingerprints

02/21/2025

🔔 Job Alert for Recent Grads & College Students! 🔔 Our Job of the Week is with Denver International Airport who is hiring a DENtern (intern) for their Office of Human Resources. If you're currently in college or have graduated within the last year, this is a fantastic chance to gain valuable Human Resources experience!

Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/3Qv74UW

📈 Looking to grow your business? Join the Equity & Empowerment Council (DEEC) for an in-person outreach meeting on Febru...
02/19/2025

📈 Looking to grow your business? Join the Equity & Empowerment Council (DEEC) for an in-person outreach meeting on February 25th from 9–11 AM!

Why attend?
🤝 Network with community leaders and business owners.
💼 Learn about future opportunities with the City of Denver.
🌱 Gain access to resources that can help your business grow and succeed.

This is your chance to connect with fellow business owners, community partners, and key decision-makers. Gain insights into contracting opportunities with the City and County of Denver and discover how the Division of Small Business Opportunity (DSBO) can help you thrive.

Location:
JE Dunn Construction, Colorado Center Tower 3
2000 S Colorado Blvd., Suite 1000

Register today: bit.ly/438zMlY

For more about DSBO, visit: bit.ly/DEDO-DSBO

Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is now accepting applications for a new round of funding for small businesses ...
02/18/2025

Denver Economic Development & Opportunity is now accepting applications for a new round of funding for small businesses impacted by specified citywide construction projects. The areas eligible in the current round include:

◼ East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Construction: East Colfax Avenue from Broadway to Williams Street (Segment 1) for construction that began in November 2024.

◼ West Colfax Pedestrian Crossing & Transit Improvements: West Colfax Avenue from Irving Street to Sheridan Blvd for construction occurring in Q3 and Q4 of 2024

➡ Learn more about eligibility requirements, information sessions, 1:1 application assistance, and technical assistance at bit.ly/DenverBIOFund. The deadline to apply is March 18, 2025.

Denver Workforce Development in-person workforce centers will be closed on:• February 17 for President’s Day 🇺🇸• Februar...
02/16/2025

Denver Workforce Development in-person workforce centers will be closed on:

• February 17 for President’s Day 🇺🇸
• February 18 for a required workforce staff training 📚

We’ll be back to assist you in person on Wednesday, February 19. In the meantime, you can call (720) 337-9675 (WORK) or email [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you soon!

02/14/2025

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🥀💔 Don’t break our heart; subscribe now: bit.ly/DEDONewsletter

😋 Yum! Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, soup, rice dishes, or noodle bowls— Kokoro, located in Council District 4, ...
02/13/2025

😋 Yum! Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, soup, rice dishes, or noodle bowls— Kokoro, located in Council District 4, has been creating delicious meals since 1986. Our incredible small businesses are what make our unique neighborhoods and our city so special.

Denver Legacy Businesses boast a decade or more of operational history and are recognized for their significant contributions to the unique community character of our city. Explore the Denver Legacy Business registry at denvergov.org/legacybusinessregistry

Denver City Councilwoman Diana Romero Campbell, District 4 |

🔩 Starting a business can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! In this one-hour online workshop, our business dev...
02/12/2025

🔩 Starting a business can be overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be! In this one-hour online workshop, our business development team will walk you through the nuts and bolts of starting a business and review local resources available to you.

🕥📅 Wednesday, February 19 | 10 - 11 A.M.
Register today at bit.ly/DEDONutsandBolts

👏 Please join us in congratulating Tony Anderson, DEDO’s Chief Workforce Development Officer who is leading on the natio...
02/11/2025

👏 Please join us in congratulating Tony Anderson, DEDO’s Chief Workforce Development Officer who is leading on the national stage when it comes to workforce development programming.

Tony was recently voted second Vice President of the U.S. Conference of Mayor’s Workforce Development Council.

The Workforce Development Council serves as the advisory board to develop priorities and recommend policy to the nation’s mayors with respect to the workforce system.

Serving in this capacity will allow Tony to continue working on bipartisan national advocacy for public workforce systems across the country, including right here in Denver, CO. 🏙️Thank you and congratulations, Tony! 🎉

02/07/2025

💼 Job of the Week! Denver Rescue Mission is hiring a Human Resources Business Partner! Some of the requirements:

• Bachelor’s in HR, Business Management, or similar
• 2-3 years of HR experience

Be part of a mission-driven team aligning HR practices with business goals. Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/419CpTy ! If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected]

If you're a small business looking to work with the City and County of Denver, join our "Understanding Certification" we...
02/05/2025

If you're a small business looking to work with the City and County of Denver, join our "Understanding Certification" webinar. We’ll guide you through the process of becoming a certified business, explain the benefits of certification, and help you determine which certification is right for your business.

📅 Tuesday, February 11 | Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Register today: bit.ly/41dzc5r

👋 Meet Carrie Singer, DEDO’s Small Business Services Program Manager! Carrie provides business startup support, includin...
02/04/2025

👋 Meet Carrie Singer, DEDO’s Small Business Services Program Manager! Carrie provides business startup support, including one-on-one business advising. She serves as a subject matter expert and hosts the city’s monthly webinar, Starting a Business in the City and County of Denver. She also participates in a wide array of community events aimed to support entrepreneurship.

DEDO’s Business Development team offers free one-on-one advising on basic business questions, technical assistance, industry expertise, and referrals to DEDO programs & partner organizations. Our team is here to support you! Learn more: bit.ly/DEDOBizAdvising

🎉 A score for Denver! We’re excited to officially welcome the National Women’s Soccer League team to the Mile High City!...
01/31/2025

🎉 A score for Denver! We’re excited to officially welcome the National Women’s Soccer League team to the Mile High City! ⚽️ With an impressive lineup of sports teams and fans in the Mile High City, this new addition will bring even more vibrancy to our thriving sports community. We can't wait.

The National Women's Soccer League officially announced the creation of a new team in Denver.

Have you heard the exciting news? Denver International Airport just wrapped up a record-breaking 2024 with 80 million pa...
01/30/2025

Have you heard the exciting news? Denver International Airport just wrapped up a record-breaking 2024 with 80 million passengers passing through! 🛫

Check out their post to learn more about this amazing milestone! ⬇️

Twenty twenty 4 the books! ✨

Last year was a record-breaking year for us! For the first time ever, we welcomed over 80 million passengers and set all-time passenger traffic records in 11 out of 12 months.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3Wwcl1X

01/29/2025

❓ Hey Denver, ready to level up your career? Join us for the Denver Workforce Development Monthly Virtual Fair!

When? Every last Thursday of the month | ⏰ 5-6 PM
Why? Connect with local employers, explore career opportunities, and chat with recruiters in real-time!

Don’t miss your chance to jumpstart your future!

👉 Register here: bit.ly/4hTBaNR

Meet Lucero’s Mexican Food, a Denver legacy business that has been a cornerstone of North Denver for over 60 years. What...
01/27/2025

Meet Lucero’s Mexican Food, a Denver legacy business that has been a cornerstone of North Denver for over 60 years. What started as a convenience store has evolved into a beloved restaurant, all thanks to the popularity of their homemade burritos. This multigenerational, family-owned spot is more than just a place to eat—it's a place where the community gathers and relationships thrive. Stop by at 3657 Fillmore St and support this local Denver business!

These Denver Legacy small businesses boast a decade or more of operational history, recognized for their significant contributions to the unique community character within their respective neighborhoods and our city. Explore our Denver Legacy Business registry at denvergov.org/legacybusinessregistry

01/24/2025

🚨💬 Our Job of the Week: Two New Webinar Series!

· Youth Series: Interview Tips N' Tricks: bit.ly/YouthInterviewTipsNTricks
· Youth Series: Resume Tips N’ Tricks: bit.ly/YouthResumeTipsNTricks

Both webinars are held every other week on Wednesdays from 4-4:30 PM. Register today and take the time to help sharpen your resume and interview skills!

In the mood for a mocktail this weekend? 🍹 Check out these five spots visited by Denver 8, for a delicious, refreshing m...
01/23/2025

In the mood for a mocktail this weekend? 🍹 Check out these five spots visited by Denver 8, for a delicious, refreshing mocktail—including Bar Max, a Denver Legacy Business! ▶ www.youtube.com/shorts/IwSZ2qAIyuM

Explore more longstanding small businesses that keep our city thriving by checking out Denver’s Legacy Business Registry at denvergov.org/legacybusinessregistry

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