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    In the Community

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    Small Business owners are the superheroes in our communities.

    We're here for you with local teams committed to small business success and best-in-class business education. Let’s boost your business expertise, connect you with peer entrepreneurs, and grow your network of resources.

    july 30

    Bank on It with U.S. Bank (Virtual)

    10 a.m. PST

    Want to grow your business with stronger financial footing? Join this free virtual, one-hour workshop hosted in partnership with U.S. Bank to learn how to build and leverage business credit and strengthen your banking relationships.
    august 6

    Business Brew with BMO (Phoenix, AZ)

    9:30 - 11 a.m. MDT

    Join us for a free in-person event designed to connect small business owners, entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders with the tools and community they need to grow. August 6th, 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at 1850 N Central Ave. Phoenix Arizona 85004 Lower Level Phoenix Room (BMO Tower)

    august 15

    Blaze AI Summit (Colorado Springs, CO)

    8 a.m. - 4 p.m. MST

    Brought to you by BBB of Southern Colorado, in Partnership with Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center
    AI BLAZE Summit — the premier, cutting-edge AI event designed specifically for small businesses and forward-thinking leaders ready to thrive in the Intelligence Revolution.

    august 21

    Maker Mastermind DreamCreative (Virtual)

    10 a.m. MST

    This August, join us for a conversation with Mike Shum, an independent filmmaker. As a producer and cinematographer specializing in journalism, Mike has collaborated with PBS Frontline and Al Jazeera Witness, examining a broad range of critical issues, including conflict, climate change, and political polarization.
    october 6-10

    West Slope Startup Week (Durango, CO)

    All Day

    Five days of ideas, connection, and collaboration— all celebrating rural entrepreneurs and the communities they call home. Powered by Startup Colorado.

    Our Footprint

    We’re right next door. Our events are held at partner locations across 27 states and virtually — so you can choose the topic and format that best suits your small business. 
     
    Don’t see the session you’re looking for? We’re constantly adding new learning opportunities, and you can augment workshop-style classes with our digital education library, which is available 24-7. The resource library includes articles, audio files, templates, tutorials, and more! 
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    Connect with a DreamMaker!

    If you’re looking to start or grow a small business, DreamSpring is here for you each step of the way. Contact us to ask questions, learn more about how we can work together, and meet a team passionate about your success! 

    West

    Meet the West Team

    Luis E Ceja
    Business Development Officer
    Emery Nez-Whitfield
    Community Engagement Officer
    Meghan Rauker
    Community Engagement Manager
    Yvette Ulibarri
    Business Lending Advocate

     

    Central

    Meet the Central Team

    Felicia Edmon
    Community Engagement Officer
    Tassjania Lozano Grate
    Business Development Manager
    Amy Lapidus
    Business Development Officer
    Alexa Marban
    Business Lending Advocate

    East

    Meet the East Team

    Victor Espinoza
    Business Development Officer
    Brianna Galvan
    Business Lending Advocate
    Toni Johnson
    Community Engagement Manager