Startup Weekend

Startup Weekend Boulder 2 Tonight

This is a guest post by Chris Browne

I’m sure you’ve heard all the typical reasons to live in Colorado before. However, you might not know what it’s like to work for a startup here in Boulder, let alone head your own. Lucky for those of us already involved in the local startup scene (and those looking to be) the best reasons to live here transfer to the working culture in their entirety with the added benefits of Boulder’s own element of flair. Outside of the Valley and the Boston area, Boulder is often mentioned as one of the top cities for starting a business (at least in the tech industry). Offering access to a young, but intelligent population and the experience of seasoned angel investors and venture capitalists, this area is an excellent choice as a place to launch your next great idea or find a new job. Taking a tour of local startups it’s not uncommon to see company ski passes hanging outside the rec room, an occasional Wii tennis match in progress, or the requisite foosball table(s).

The quality of life attracts a good number of the best and brightest and Forbes agrees with Boulder topping their list of the smartest cities in the US. Even more compelling, recent research shows that socially liberal locales tend to drive innovation and enable creativity - this city certainly falls into that category. It seems as if everyone here is involved in something new and intriguing, evident by the growing popularity of the numerous events each month. Staying connected or getting involved is simple with the morning coffee meets and open forums for discussion, the more structured New Tech meetups where new companies or people with cool ideas can give presentations, or a green tech event everywhere you look. We even even have our own clothing line for venture capitalists and investors!

The original Startup Weekend was held here, and it’s come full circle.. back to where it all began, though this time with a twist. The format’s been changed up, rather than focus one one company and one idea we’ll be working on starting up many projects and companies (as many as the group desires). Come experience Boulder’s startup scene with the perfect venue - the Second Boulder Startup Weekend starts at 6pm today. Missed it the first time around - won’t make that mistake again. See you there.

Sign up here: boulderstartupweekend.eventbrite.com

-Chris

Full of great ideas, but just can’t seem to get started? Got loads of talent, but haven’t a clue where to begin? Maybe just looking for something new and different to do with your weekend?

Join over 75 entrepreneurs, software developers, and creatives for Boulder’s second Startup Weekend March 21st - 23rd.

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