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Adelante Connects is a dynamic monthly gathering where community leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates come together to drive economic mobility and foster innovation in Colorado’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event provides a unique opportunity to collaborate, network, and create lasting partnerships that empower Colorado entrepreneurs to thrive.

In this 2-day workshop series on De-escalation Skills and Difficult Conversations, Sara Jeckovich from Pollack Peacebuilding Systems will introduce practical and easy-to-remember techniques to help you and your team enhance your skills in navigating conflict.

This is a two-day workshop series, and attendees have the option to register for both days or select a single-day or group attendance.

Join CU Denver Business School and Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) for this year's Economic Forecast with Ellen Zentner '95, Morgan Stanley's Chief Economic Strategist, and Kate Watkins, Colorado State Demographer, as they analyze the current economic landscape in the United States and Colorado. Zentner and Watkins will cover hot topics such as tariffs, housing, the labor market, and more.

Our annual Strength in the Face of Adversity Luncheon celebrates the incredible work being done by Judi’s House/ JAG Institute in support of grieving children and families. We are ecstatic to welcome Nathaniel Rateliff as our 2025 featured speaker where he'll discuss his inspiring music career and his own journey with grief following the death of his father when he was just 14 years old.

Adelante Community Development warmly invites you to our upcoming Business & Resource Fair, part of EmprendEXPO, a special event celebrating the accomplishments of our Acelera tu Negocio graduates. Acelera tu Negocio is a 100-hour business accelerator program designed for Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs, equipping them with the skills, tools, and confidence to launch a grow their businesses.

Gain an overview of various alternative funding sources available for businesses aimed at fostering growth and sustainability. Understand the different types of funding options, including traditional lending, government-backed loans, and community-based financial institutions. Explore alternative funding avenues such as crowdfunding, investment from friends and family, and the role of FinTech

Join The Action Center for its Annual Boots & Bandanas Bash! Enjoy an evening of live music, line dancing, auctions, and a delicious dinner, all while supporting our mission to provide compassionate and immediate assistance to those facing hardships in our community. Don’t miss this fun and impactful event!

Save the date for the My Bold Future luncheon, presented by United Airlines, on Wednesday, May 14! During this annual event, more than 750 community, corporate, and civic leaders gather as Girls Inc. of Metro Denver awards outstanding girls with scholarships, honors three local Catalysts for Girls, and invites the community to join our mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Funding shifts. Policy changes. Donor uncertainty. When disruption hits, how do you keep donors engaged?

Join Jen Darling, President and CEO of Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation, and Joy Ginsburg, Executive Director of JCCC Foundation, for a robust conversation on turning uncertainty into opportunity. If you're joining us live, please bring your questions and ideas.

Sherman & Howard has long been a cornerstone of the Denver business and legal
community. Now, as we have officially joined forces with Taft, we invite you to an
open house to commemorate this exciting new chapter!

Come connect with colleagues, meet the expanded Taft team, and experience an
evening of great company, conversation, and celebration.

Enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an opportunity to learn about the strength of
our newly combined firm – one that builds on the legacy of Sherman & Howard while
bringing Taft’s innovative, client-focused, and deep platform to the Mountain West.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Complimentary parking will be available.

For questions, please email taftmountainwestevents@shermanhoward.com