Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

11/11/2026

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 in observance of Veterans Day.

11/11/2026

Big news for rural housing and economic growth in Colorado! 🏔️🏠

Employee-owned modular housing manufacturer Red Feather Industries has officially joined Colorado’s Rural Jump-Start Program to expand operations and build a new factory in Walsenburg.
By pairing factory-built efficiency with state economic incentives, this partnership is making a real impact:
•80 New Local Jobs: Creating meaningful, employee-owner opportunities in Huerfano County.
•Attainable Housing: Manufacturing energy-efficient modular homes tailored for workforce families.
•Community Investment: Supported by grant funding, tax incentives, and a partnership with Trinidad State College to help rural economies thrive.

When state programs support local, worker-owned innovation, rural communities win!

Learn more with FOX21 News about this exciting announcement 👇

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11/10/2026

Our Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) announced nine new participants in the Destination Development Mentor program, which matches Colorado destination management organizations (DMOs) and tourism industry associations with experienced tourism consultants who provide expertise, resources, and mentorship. The program advances local initiatives that foster economic growth, improve tourism marketing, enrich visitor experiences, and protect natural resources. Learn about the latest Destination Development Mentor program participants 👇 https://oedit.colorado.gov/press-release/colorado-tourism-office-selects-nine-new-participants-for-the-destination-development?utm_campaign=OEDIT+Website&utm_content=1794340810&utm_medium=Colorado+Office+of+Economic+Development+and+International+Trade&utm_source=facebook

11/10/2026

The wait is officially over — winter is back in Colorado! 🏔️⛷️

With Arapahoe Basin claiming early bragging rights and spinning lifts first, the decades-old tradition of who will open first is officially here. Winter sport enthusiasts are gearing up for a promising season as meteorologists promote an epic snow season and resort crews maximize every early cold window with automated snowmaking.

Learn more with Rocky Mountain PBS about this legendary competition for bragging rights 👇

The countdown is on as ski resorts start building their bases after a lackluster season last year.

11/10/2026

Across the Mountain West, over 19,000+ jobs support the quantum industry. Nearly half of the jobs in quantum do not require an advanced degree, and the need for technician positions is projected to double in five years. Quantum companies need employees in the skilled trades like welding, pipe fitting and machining. The discoveries in quantum labs generated the new companies that harbor job growth right now, and into the future.

11/09/2026

¡Atención, empresarios de Colorado! ¿Conoce el Partner Outreach Program (POP)? POP es una red de socios colaboradores cuyo objetivo es garantizar que todos los habitantes del estado conozcan y tengan acceso a los diversos programas de apoyo al capital y a las empresas pequeñas que ofrece la Oficina de Desarrollo Económico y Comercio Internacional de Colorado (OEDIT).📣

A continuación, los recursos disponibles: Fondo de Préstamos para Empresas Emergentes de Colorado, CLIMBER, Reserva de Crédito de Colorado, Apoyo de Garantía en Efectivo y la Iniciativa de Crédito a las Empresas Pequeñas del Estado de Colorado.
Si ha tenido problemas para conseguir un préstamo, necesita un préstamo inferior a la media para empezar a funcionar o no ha pedido dinero prestado antes, estos recursos pueden ayudarlo a poner en marcha su empresa.

Para acceder a estos recursos, colabore con socios en su area para obtener más información o visite el sitio web del POP aquí👇

OEDIT is committed to serving diverse Colorado businesses and also offers several capital programs that are statutorily mandated to reach a diverse pool of businesses that were negatively impacted by the pandemic and have been historically underserved. To provide wide-spread awareness and use of the...

11/09/2026

Attention Colorado business owners! Do you know about the Partner Outreach Program (POP)? 📣 POP is a collaborative partner network that aims to ensure that everyone in the state learns about and has access to the various capital and small business support programs available from Colorado's Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT).
Available resources include: the Colorado Startup Loan Fund, CLIMBER, Colorado Credit Reserve, Cash Collateral Support, and the Colorado State Small Business Credit Initiative.
If you've had trouble securing a loan, need a smaller-than-average loan to get up and running, or haven't borrowed money before, these resources can help get your business up and running.

To access these resources, work with a partner in your area to learn more or visit the POP website here 👇

OEDIT is committed to serving diverse Colorado businesses and also offers several capital programs that are statutorily mandated to reach a diverse pool of businesses that were negatively impacted by the pandemic and have been historically underserved. To provide wide-spread awareness and use of the...

11/09/2026

Igniting Curiosity & Empowering the Next Generation! ✨
The Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America & STEAM Center's mission is centered on inspiring visitors to explore the world with creative thinking and problem-solving skills. By encouraging exploration, this team aims to spark the creativity and innovation needed to shape the future.

Supported by OEDIT’s Regional Tourism Act (RTA), this project is an example of how strategic investment creates unique, world-class destinations. From enriching local education and inspiring future leaders to boosting tourism and economic vitality across the state, this work helps create a thriving environment where residents and visitors alike can connect, learn, and grow. Through this partnership, we are proud to help cultivate the next generation of innovators and problem solvers! 💡🎨

Plan your visit 👇
https://davincisteam.org/

11/09/2026

Exciting developments in robotics technology! 🤖⚡
Grand Junction-based ExoPower is developing game-changing technology that enables robots to wirelessly charge as they move.

The company has built strong momentum with key state initiatives, including receiving an Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant through the Advanced Industries Accelerator Program in 2024. Expanding on that foundation, ExoPower was also approved for the Rural Jump-Start program in December 2024. Development of new tech, innovation, and the spirit of collaboration continue to thrive in Colorado!

Learn more with The Daily Sentinel of Grand Junction about ExoPower 👇

Grand Junction-based startup ExoPower received a $1.25 million NSF Phase II grant to advance its innovative capacitive wireless robot charging technology toward commercialization.

11/06/2026

Durango has reached a new milestone in tourism through the Colorado Tourism Office’s Accessible Travel Program, which advances accessible tourism across Colorado in partnership with accessible travel platform Wheel the World.

Durango achieved Accessibility Verified status after an in-depth mapping process by Wheel the World, listing accessible restaurants, hotels, streets and tourism destinations, which demonstrates that our state is committed to creating inclusive experiences for all visitors.

Learn more with The Durango Herald about this exciting announcement 👇

City generally accessible to visitors who use mobility aids, Wheel the World and Colorado Tourism Office say