BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Greater Montrose Chamber - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Greater Montrose Chamber X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Greater Montrose Chamber REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260922T123000 DTSTAMP:20260820T201921Z CREATED:20260820T201739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T201921Z UID:2435-1790076600-1790080200@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:FREE: How to Launch Your Business: A Checklist DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n \n\n Ready to start a business? Here is everything you need to know to go from idea to launch.\n \n \n \n\n\n ABOUT THIS EVENT\n \n\n Thinking about starting a business in Colorado? Join us to learn what is required at the state and local levels. This class is for those who have already decided that entrepreneurship is right for them as well as determined their business idea and the feasibility of it. We will work our way through a concrete and concise checklist for the logistics of how to get your business up and running and where to go from there!\n \n\n Topics include:\n \n\n * Trade name search\n * Legal structure selection\n * State registration\n * Licensing requirements\n * Business plan overview\n * Enterprise Zone Tax Credits\n * Human Resources\n \n \n \n\n\n This webinar will be presented on Zoom. Please register to receive the link to join. If you do not plan to attend the live class and are just looking to get a recording\, please register for this on-demand version instead.\n \n\n Taught by Callie Koch\, Program Manager for the Colorado SBDC serving the West Central region.\n \n \n \n\n\n WHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n \n\n This training is a good fit for businesses in the idea or pre-venture phase\, and early startups.\n \n \n \n\n\n MORE INFORMATION\n \n\n This class is part of the Startup Track\, an SBDC webinar series that begins with idea validation and ends with strategic business planning and next steps for profitability and growth. If you have not yet taken the other recommended startup track classes\, we would encourage you to do so first.\n \n\n 1. 10 Things to Know Before You Run a Business\n 2. Business Entry Options: Build\, Buy\, or Franchise?\n 3. Idea Feasibility: Methods to Test Your Business Idea\n \n \n \n\n\n MEET YOUR HOST\n \n\n SBDC\n \n\n Program Manager\n \n\n CO SBDC serving West Central region\n \n\n \n callie@region10.net\n \n \n\n \n (970) 765-3139\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/free-how-to-launch-your-business-a-checklist/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/September-2-Event-for-Region-10-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260924T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260924T190000 DTSTAMP:20260813T220520Z CREATED:20260812T202814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220520Z UID:2245-1790271000-1790276400@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:September Business After Hours DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\n\n\nMark your calendars for an amazing night! The Greater Montrose Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is happening Thursday\, September 24th! \nJoin us with host Visiting Angels for the ultimate networking experience. Connect with local professionals\, build valuable relationships\, and expand your network in a fun\, relaxed atmosphere. \nEnjoy delicious catering from True Grit\, refreshing drinks\, and exciting giveaways throughout the evening. This is the perfect chance to mix business with pleasure and discover new opportunities in our community. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible event—be there and be part of the buzz! \nGET TICKETS:   MEMBER      NON-MEMBER \n+ Calendar URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/september-business-after-hours/ LOCATION:813 E Main St\, Montrose\, CO 81401 CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Business-After-Hours_August_online-ad-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927 DTSTAMP:20260903T233541Z CREATED:20260903T233541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T233541Z UID:2493-1790380800-1790467199@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Walk to End Alzheimer's™ DESCRIPTION:Now is the time we’ve been waiting for! \nWith new treatments emerging in the fight against Alzheimer’s and other dementia\, now it’s the time for hope. Now is the time for action. \nHelp us keep the momentum going in your community at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s™\, the world’s largest fundraiser to fight the disease. \nRegister Today URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/walk-to-end-alzheimers/ LOCATION:Gunnison River Dr.\, Delta\, CO 81416\, Gunnison River Dr.\, Delta\, Colorado\, 81416 CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/68622f6a-8a45-4b1f-959c-8251b9aff05e.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260910T161145Z CREATED:20260910T161053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T161145Z UID:2522-1790600400-1790614800@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Grand Opening for Center of Independen DESCRIPTION:What does independence look like? For many in our community\, it starts with a helping hand\, a new skill\, and a place to connect. It starts at Center for Independence in Montrose. \nYou’re invited to celebrate a new chapter with them at their Grand Opening! Join the team at their brand-new facility on Monday\, September 28th\, from 1:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon. \nCome tour the new building at 140 South Uncompahgre Avenue and discover the many ways CFI empowers individuals with disabilities right here in our community. \nThe celebration kicks off with opening remarks and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Montrose Chamber of Commerce at 1:30. Meet the team\, learn about their services\, and see how they are building a more inclusive community for all. \nPlease be aware that parking is limited\, so plan on parking in the surrounding area as you may have a brief walk. \nThat’s Center for Independence Grand Opening\, September 28th\, from 1 to 5 pm at 140 South Uncompahgre Avenue in Montrose. Come and see them! URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/grand-opening-for-center-of-independen/ LOCATION:140 S. Uncompahgre Ave. Montrose CO\, 81401 CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Center-for-Independence-Grand-Opening-Flyer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260929T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260929T130000 DTSTAMP:20260820T202446Z CREATED:20260820T202446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T202446Z UID:2438-1790683200-1790686800@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:FREE: Market Research for Small Businesses DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THIS EVENT\n \n\n In this hands-on session\, you will learn how to define your target market\, uncover key industry trends\, and analyze your competitors\, giving you the foundation to make smarter business decisions.\n \n \n \n\n\n WHO SHOULD ATTEND?\n \n\n This workshop is designed for small business owners ready to leverage market data for smarter decisions and accelerated growth.\n \n \n \n\n\n MORE INFORMATION\n \n\n Partial scholarships available for Loveland based businesses due to support from The City of Loveland and all others due to support from the Colorado Finance & Housing Authority (CHFA). Contact info@larimersbdc.org for more information.\n \n \n \n\n\n MEET YOUR HOST\n \n\n Larimer SBDC\n \n\n Colorado SBDC serving Larimer County\n \n\n \n info@larimersbdc.org\n \n \n\n \n (970) 204-8600\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/free-market-research-for-small-businesses/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/September-2-Event-for-Region-10-8.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260930T133000 DTSTAMP:20260820T203940Z CREATED:20260820T203015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T203940Z UID:2441-1790769600-1790775000@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:FREE: Simple Social Media & Content Creation DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n \n\n Get practical tips on what to post\, how often\, and how to keep up without burning out. Learn how to create & plan content\, repurpose it\, and show up consistently using a repeatable system.\n \n \n \n\n\n MEET YOUR HOST\n \n\n San Luis Valley SBDC\n \n \n \n\n \n \n REGISTER HERE URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/free-simple-social-media-content-creation/ LOCATION:CO CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/September-2-Event-for-Region-10-9.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR