Summer is coming close to an end and soon the seasons will be changing. The kids are getting ready to go back to school, and this is a good time to consider the following business opportunities:
- Back-to-School Sales: This is a good time to offer specials to the parents and teachers who are getting ready to return to school. These specials could jumpstart fall shopping and give your business a boost before the holiday season.
- End-of-Summer Specials: If you’ve been offering summer specific goods and services, this may be a good time to think about clearing out your summer inventory to get ready for autumn.
- UpSell & Cross-Sell: Even though it’s only August, you should consider opportunities to bring new products in to sell with your current products. Even Starbucks is bringing their pumpkin spice lattes back August 26.
- Network: This time of year can offer great opportunities to network.
Check out the following networking events in Colorado.
August 4-6, 2025: Rocky Mountain Apparel Gift and Resort Show
Participating in events like the Rocky Mountain Apparel Gift and Resort Show, organized by RedlineXpo Events, offers substantial networking opportunities with influential buyers from various sectors such as national parks, resorts, and museums. The relaxed environment at events held at the Colorado Convention Center or the Expo at World Market Center not only allows for showcasing high-quality products but also fosters the development of meaningful business relationships. Exhibitors are encouraged to leverage these events to present their product lines, including apparel, souvenirs, and outdoor goods, and to explore mutually beneficial collaborations.
August 12, 2025: Heartland Connect
Heartland Connect is more than just a networking event—it’s a dynamic community of professionals eager to exchange ideas, build meaningful connections, and inspire one another to reach new heights. Heartland Connect is an after-hours business networking event in Colorado Springs, designed for business owners and leaders in the Pike's Peak region to connect, build referral networks, and establish partnerships.
August 13, 2025: Golden Start-Up Coffee
Golden Startup Coffee’s purpose is to learn, contribute, and inspire. It’s a simple morning meetup for entrepreneurs, innovators, creatives, professionals, investors, and everyone to elevate the entrepreneurial community in Golden, Colorado. Held on the second Wednesday of each month.
August 22, 2025: Latina Style Business Series
Empowering Latina entrepreneurs across the nation! Established in 1992 with the support of the SBA, the LSBA stands as the nation's premier business development program for Latina entrepreneurs. To date, over 45,000 Latina business owners from 150 cities have benefited from this initiative. This Colorado Springs event for entrepreneurs offers an exhibit area with a networking breakfast, impactful sessions, the Latina Entrepreneur Award ceremony, and a luncheon featuring a captivating keynote speaker.
August 26, 2025: Colorado Business Mingle - Pueblo
The Colorado Business Mingle meets in the evening at 3 Margaritas in Pueblo every fourth Tuesday of the month. Mingle with other business owners, build your network and eat delicious food. Very laid back low key group.
Enjoy this busy time of year, and we wish you all the success with your business!
Thank you for being a Colorado Proud member.
Barb Howe