Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

Today, the Sundance Institute named Boulder, Colorado as the new host of the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027. Today’s announcement follows the submission of a winning proposal by the Boulder Convention and Visitors Bureau (Visit Boulder) with support from the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), the Colorado Office of Film, Television and Media (COFTM), OEDIT’s Business Funding & Incentives Division, Colorado Creative Industries (CCI), the Colorado Tourism Office (CTO) and a regional coalition of partners, including the City of Boulder, the Boulder Chamber, the University of Colorado Boulder, and the Stanley Film Center. The proposal to host the Sundance Film Festival in Boulder has also secured bipartisan support, including the sponsors of HB25-1005, which is still moving through the legislative process, House Majority Leader Monica Duran, Rep. Brianna Titone, Sen. Judy Amabile and Sen. Mark Baisley. Through this historic opportunity, Colorado will honor the Festival’s roots in the mountain west, while supporting its ongoing growth and success and boosting the state’s creative economy. Check out the full release to learn more about how the Festival’s presence in Boulder will benefit the region and beyond 👉 https://lnkd.in/gPFdzaHD

Our Business Funding & Incentives Division announced today that Bird & Squirrel Hydroponics, LLC, a pioneering hydroponics business, has been accepted into the Rural Jump-Start Program. Focused on cultivating and supplying high-quality herbs and leafy greens, hydroponic systems and technology, Bird & Squirrel Hydroponics will create new jobs and help diversify the local economy. Check out the full release to learn more about the latest Rural Jump-Start program participant 👇 https://lnkd.in/gJcWqUSz

Our Business Funding & Incentives division’s Rural Jump-Start (RJS) Program encourages new businesses to start in or move to Colorado’s rural, economically distressed counties—bolstering job growth and workforce development across the state. The program awarded an RJS Grant to Colorado Sun Tofu, a family-owned, veteran-owned, and women-owned business based in Trinidad. Dedicated to offering soy-based products, this business also focuses on workforce development—providing many benefits to the local community. Learn more about the current RJS operating grant and tax incentive by visiting the program page 👉 https://lnkd.in/eXWUiudm

Join Colorado Startups and OEDIT on April 30 at 4 p.m. to learn from accomplished Colorado leaders in tech as they share insights on their unique career paths and how they found fulfillment in the tech industry. Our star-studded panelists include: Molly Rauzi, Chief Technology Officer at Gagen MacDonald Maria Thomas, Chief Product Officer at Rebrandly Analiese Báez Brown, PHR, VP of People & Culture Campminder Kari Cao, PA-C, MHS, NFC, CEO and Founder at RenewRx Emily Ward, Vice President of Marketing Maxwell This inspiring event offers valuable insights into how women have built successful careers in tech, with a focus on roles in engineering, product, growth, operations/HR, and entrepreneurship. You'll learn from our panelists about their career highlights and challenges, as well as the advice they have for others in the industry. Plus, you'll have the chance to expand your network by connecting with other women in Colorado's tech community. RSVP here ➡️https://lu.ma/xni3y0jm

📣¡Atención, empresarios de Colorado! ¿Conoce el Programa de Socios para la Promoción Comunitaria (POP)? El Programa de Socios para la Promoción Comunitaria (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 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g8xEgpwi

📣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 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g8xEgpwi

Colorado’s Quantum Tech Hub is on track to create some life changing innovations. The technical discoveries from businesses like Infleqtion and LongPath Technologies, Inc. make futuristic transformations feel within arm’s reach. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/g2at3gqg #ElevateQuantum #Quantum #QuantumTuesday #ChooseColorado

Happy World Quantum Day from all of us at Infleqtion! This year’s celebration is especially meaningful — we’re honoring 100+ years of breakthroughs in quantum science and technology. As a company born from this legacy, we’re proud to be part of the next wave of quantum innovation. Let’s take a moment to look back at some of the defining moments in quantum history: 🧠 1925 – Quantum Mechanics Formalized Heisenberg’s matrix mechanics and Schrödinger’s wave mechanics lay the groundwork for modern quantum theory. 🌀 1935 – The EPR Paradox Einstein, Podolsky, and Rosen challenge quantum entanglement, igniting decades of quantum debate. 🔌 1947 – Invention of the Transistor Bardeen, Brattain, and Shockley develop the transistor, transforming electronics with quantum principles. 📏 1964 – Bell’s Theorem John Bell formulates his famous inequalities, proving the non-local nature of entanglement. 🔬 1970s – Quantum Optics & Laser Cooling Pioneering work opens the door for manipulating individual atoms. 🔗 1982 – Entanglement Proven Alain Aspect’s experiments confirm entanglement, validating Bell’s theorem. 🧮 1994 – Shor’s Algorithm A quantum leap for computing—Shor shows how quantum computers could break classical encryption. 🧪 1995 - First BEC Eric Cornell and Carl Wieman at JILA in Boulder, Colorado, create the first Bose-Einstein Condensate — a major leap in quantum experimentation 🌡️ 2007 – The Birth of ColdQuanta CU Boulder’s Dana Anderson founds ColdQuanta (now Infleqtion), advancing the science of ultra-cold atoms. ⚛️ 2010 - First Neutral Atom Quantum Gate Mark Saffman’s research group at the University of Wisconsin successfully demonstrates the first quantum gate using Rydberg atoms. 🇬🇧 2024 – A New Milestone Infleqtion demonstrates the largest neutral atom array in the UK, moving us closer to scalable quantum computing. We’re proud to stand on the shoulders of giants while building the future of quantum. Here’s to another century of discovery! #WorldQuantumDay #QuantumTechnology #Infleqtion #QuantumComputing #QuantumHistory

Today, we celebrate #WorldQuantumDay! This morning, Chancellor Justin Schwartz and Senior Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation Massimo Ruzzene stood on the floor of both chambers at the Colorado State Capitol as Governor Jared Polis officially proclaimed April 14 as World Quantum Day in Colorado. As one of the nation’s top hubs for quantum research, we’re shaping the future — from climate solutions to quantum computing and beyond. Quantum isn’t just the future — it’s happening now, right here at CU Boulder: https://bit.ly/4jAByS8

Addressing Housing needs: 154 Units Created in Historic Conversion ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gCxAVbKe The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora hosts one of the world's largest clinical bio banks, one of many examples of unparalleled quantum research in Colorado. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gTUabS5F Check out Gov. Polis’ op-ed, “Quantum: It's the race we can’t afford to lose” ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gD9YrgCx Attend the Angel Capital Association's 2025 Summit on 4/16 to learn more about programs that provide startup grant capital, tax credits to angel investors, public matching for private investment, and entrepreneur education, that are designed to support innovative economies. BRUIN WASTE MANAGEMENT, LLC will expand in Grand Junction, Colorado, with support from the OEDIT’s Rural Jump-Start Program. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e6e6d-xS  If you work in photonics, optics, or quantum, mark your calendar for Thursday, April 17, 2025. Our partners at CO Photonics Industry Association (CPIA) are hosting the Rocky Mountain Summit & Expo in Westminster, CO. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gXPCsA78 The Sundance Institute named Boulder, Colorado as the new host of the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027! 🎉🎥 Check out NPR for details. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gMvkePky At the 2025 Space Symposium, Governor Jared Polis connected with leaders from around the world to showcase Colorado’s leading aerospace ecosystem. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gnMGfSZc Swisspod, a company pioneering high-speed, emission-free Hyperloop transportation, is expanding in Colorado Springs. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gjhViXYf Governor Jared Polis and Space Minister Judith Collins signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) between Colorado and New Zealand to strengthen the partnership between the two regions. 🤝 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gzk_SjER Colorado's aerospace industry is booming! 🚀🛰️ Our latest Impact Story explores how CO-based aerospace companies are contributing to our state's economy & space exploration. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gDZHmJFr Tune in April 17 at 7 p.m. to catch the Colorado Uncharted Docu-series on Rocky Mountain PBS. 📺