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Larimer

Empowering Businesses to Thrive 
in Larimer County

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Hosted by Front Range Community College, the Colorado Small Business Development Center location in Larimer County is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses, guiding them through their business journey. From a heart-driven dream to a successful succession plan, our team believes that a strong small business community is the foundation of a vibrant local economy, and we are here to support that growth.

How can we help you? Let's connect.

970-204-8600
info@larimersbdc.org
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Start. Grow. Thrive.
Expert Business Guidance at Every Stage


  • No-cost, confidential, one-on-one business advising from a network of approximately 300 business experts across the state.
  • Essential training, events, and workshops, which are offered at no- or low-cost.
  • A network of 14 service centers and over 25 satellite centers for convenient, local access to business support in all 64 counties.
  • Specialized business support in areas such as financial management, marketing, business planning, and more.
  • Statewide programs including Leading Edge, Exit Planning, Child Care, Marketing & Online Presence, and TechSource.
  • Support for businesses at every stage, from dreaming up a first business plan to mapping an exit strategy.
  • A variety of resources to help businesses start, grow, and thrive, including connections to community partners.

Initial Advising Session

New to the SBDC? Click the button to request your first advising appointment.

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Follow-Up

If you’ve already met with an SBDC advisor, click the button to request a follow-up appointment.

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Training

Contact us to learn about upcoming trainings or events to meet your needs. 

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Please note: We'll contact you within 2-3 business days after you submit your request.

Colorado SBDC

2024 Annual Report

The results are in. We're honored to have partnered with so many Colorado small businesses last year, contributing to their success and strengthening local communities. We look forward to providing even more support this year, empowering entrepreneurs to overcome challenges and achieve their dreams. Together, we can foster a thriving and resilient business landscape for Colorado.

Read 2024 SBDC Annual Report
 

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Our Team

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Hope Hartman
Executive Director
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Terri Donovan-Keirns
Financial Manager
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Becky Douthit
Administrative Assistant
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Proud to Support Larimer County

Our Location

Larimer Main | Fort Collins

Front Range Community College
4616 South Shields Street 
Blanca Peak Room 151 
Fort Collins, CO 80526
970-204-8600

Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. 
Fridays 8 a.m. - 12 noon (Summer Hours)

By appointment only.

Thank You To Our Sponsors

Thank You To Our Partners

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The Colorado Small Business Development Center (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.