SBIR Innovation Awards — Turning Free Money Into Profit A program that Larry & Pat wouldn't miss.. Learn who & how they did it.

Denver Post & Ross Wehner Report on w3w3.com 2/14/2005
Ross Wehner, business writer for the Denver Post says, “Instead of breaking news, w3w3.com contains thousands of pictures and hundreds of interviews, which Internet surfers can listen to at a click of the mouse. It has a feel-good, Oprah-esque quality.” Ross said, w3w3.com offers “Quirky views of the local who’s who.” READ NOW

Jon Nordmark, has Experienced Many Hockey Sticks
CEO of eBags.com, Jon Nordmark believes in building a company to last, not one to flip. Playing hockey in college Jon learned the fundamental principles of teamwork and what it takes to climb out of the pits in this Profile of a Leader interview. The early team members at eBags invested money in the company. 2/14/2005


Brad Feld Goes With His Gut, but Uses His Brain
You might be surprised to hear what was the turning point in Brad Feld's life, managing partner of Mobius VC,. He went to MIT, and at pre-orientation they were told that 50% of the students would be at the bottom half of the class. In this Profile of a Leader interview Brad offers personal advice to entrepreneurs. 2/14/2005


You’ll Enjoy Immediate Benefits as a Passport Member The 2005 launch of the w3w3® Passport program gives its members the leading edge in meeting important people, exposing products & services to buyers and be part of a team that will help ensure economic development, stability & vitality in Colorado. Join Now. 2/14/2005

Barbara Drazga Puts on the Bunny Slipper Bootcamp
Serial entrepreneur, Barbara Drazga , identifies the key drivers to becoming an entrepreneur. They want freedom, self-determination and quality of life. One of the biggest difficulties Barbara points out is, “Cabin fever.” She has many suggestions for entrepreneurs and offers, webinars, teleclasses & seminars. 2/14/2005

Here's What it Will Take to Make it in Telecom - LISTEN
If you are wondering, “Does focusing on the fundamentals work,” wonder no more . Larissa Herda , CEO of  Time Warner Telecom since 1998, has experienced the telecom roller coaster, and has stayed the coarse. She shares thoughts on the fundamentals, disruptive technology and listening to your customers. 2/7/2005
PHOTOS: TiEcon Opening VIP Reception Feb 2 2005
Here's What it Will Take to Make it in High-Tech - LISTEN
People always underestimate how long it takes people to change. So states Desh Deshpande , who was recently ranked as the most successful VC in the world. People and companies (especially companies with a big market share) often resist change. Building a business means pain and it takes perseverance . 2/7/2005

Here's What it Will Take to Make it as an Entrepreneur - LISTEN
Mentoring is one of the many areas that the TiE organization excels in. Sridar Iyengar , president of the TiE Global Board of Trustees, states the TiE was formed as a local (Silicon Valley) organization supporting about 30 individuals in the Indus community. Little did they know there would be 42 global chapters with 100 as a goal. 2/7/2005

Here's What it Will Take to Make it with the Press
News gets their attention... not announcements. Larry Nelson recently moderated a panel for CTEK that included, Channel 4, Boulder Daily Camera, Boulder Co Business Report, McPherson's Word Pub, Denver Biz Journal & The Denver Post 2/7/2005

What Does Your Crystal Ball Say About IT in CO?
You have the answers and your input is needed. You invest 10 minutes, help create a valuable tool and we can all reap the benefits. Ben Wright, principal at ccintellect along with other supporting organizations invite you to participate in an anonymous state-wide scientific survey. This week only. . 1/31/2005

Do You Know the New Secretary of Technology in CO?.
Like all top government leaders, Colorado Governor Bill Owens has made some changes and shifting around in his cabinet. The Secretary of Technology was Marc Holtzman, followed by John Hansen and then Leroy Williams. The 4th is Brian Vogt. Learn what that means to high-tech in Colorado.. 1/31/2005 Adv-CO-Ctr Launch 1.27.05 - Photo Album

What Does Transforming Stress Mean to Us in CO?
Not all stress is bad. Don't try to tell that to someone ready to throw his or her computer through the window. Kari Nelson , founder of LifeMaintenance shares some valuable tips for not just coping with stress, but how to actually transform that stress into a productive mode. Listen, Learn, Life in Style. 1/31/2005

What Does ACC Mean: Job Creation in CO?
The impossible dream became a reality on 1/27/05 and the Advance Colorado Center officially opened its doors. Evan Metcalf, Sr. Division Director, Econmic Dev. CO and Bud McGrath, Exec. Director of CEBA/P3 talk about the possibilities. 1/31/2005