Our Impact
Colorado Small Business Development Center
Statewide | 2024 Impact
“Going through this course helped me consider things I hadn’t known much about before, such as commercial insurance, recent legislation in human resources, and harnessing the benefits of Artificial Intelligence.” Kristi Redlinger, The Boring Bookkeeper, Grand Junction, CO
452
Business Starts | We guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the essentials of launching and growing a successful business.
$81,034,518
Sales Growth | We pair strategic advice with expert marketing support to refine your brand positioning and drive sales growth.
8,030
Clients Advised to Success | We provide confidential, personalized advising to help you navigate complex business challenges and capitalize on new growth opportunities.
1,528
Jobs Retained in Colorado | We equip businesses with the tools and resources necessary to navigate challenges and maintain a stable workforce.
$120,707,061
Capital Formation | We provide the strategic guidance needed to secure funding through expert loan preparation, investor access, and financial planning.
$104,333,845
Contract Wins | We provide tailored support to bolster your operational and financial readiness and make the right connections to secure new contracts.
21,578
Trained Owners on Business Essentials | We offer on-demand and live training programs designed to sharpen your business skills and build essential operational knowledge.
1,808
Jobs Created in Colorado | We facilitate job creation by providing the guidance and tools businesses need to scale successfully and expand their teams.
Hannah Krieger
State Director
phone: 303-263-4110
email: hannah.krieger@state.co.us
website: Colorado SBDC
Counties Served
Oversees 14 service centers and 25+ satellite centers located throughout the state that serve all 64 counties in Colorado
About Our Impact
Our impact data is built entirely on voluntary client reporting, representing a snapshot of about 5% of the businesses we serve each year. While these numbers show significant growth, they are only part of the story—the true reach of our work extends to the many successful clients whose growth goes unrecorded but remains vital to Colorado’s economy.
The Colorado SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Colorado SBDC is a partnership between the State of Colorado, Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, the Small Business Administration (SBA), Colorado’s institutions of higher education, local economic development organizations and local chambers of commerce. This program is supported by Federal Funding.
Client Testimonials
Shannon Ullmann, Founder
Elevation Mountain Grown Herbal Tea, Hotchkiss, CO
I met with (Colorado) SBDC consultants who gave me encouraging guidance for this important step,” she says. “Since then, I have continued to work with them, and I’ve participated in various workshops that lent insight and inspiration into continuing the development of my business.
Arthur & Monica Gilbert, Co-Owners
Fortified Development Trucking, Aurora, CO
The Aurora-South Metro SBDC has helped our business connect with technical resources, prime contractors, and other invaluable tools to sustain our business,” said Arthur Gilbert, owner. Fortified Development Trucking doesn’t just talk about hope for the community but they now provide prevailing wages for those who want to work in the transportation industry.
Dave Ellis, Founder
Ellis Canvas Tents, Durango, CO
Through free one-on-one mentoring, the team gained access to knowledgeable advisors who helped them address key challenges like cash flow management, marketing, and strategic planning. They also participated in the Small Business Accelerated Growth program, which provided structured tools for sustainable growth. Additionally, two grants from the Colorado SBDC provided essential breathing room to invest in systems and stability. “The (Colorado) SBDC helped us feel like we weren’t alone,” they shared. “They gave us confidence and a real sense of direction during a time that could’ve easily gone the other way.”
Maria Cooper, Support Staff
Tree of Life Childcare, Thornton, CO
You can have the best business idea, but without visibility, your business won’t thrive. The missing piece is client attraction. We understood this, but didn’t know how to execute it effectively. For us, Diego provided the guidance we needed. Following his advice marked a turning point—phone calls and traffic increased fivefold. Now, our childcare is fully booked, and we’re in the process of expanding.
