Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

Congratulations to University of Colorado Boulder for earning $20M in federal funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to construct the National Quantum Nanofab (NQN). 🔬 The NQN will work to bridge the gap between quantum discoveries happening in laboratories across the country and more practical applications of this transformative technology, including the construction of computers, clocks, navigation tools, optical networks, and more. Read the full announcement here 👇#ElevateQuantum #Quantum #QuantumTuesday #ChooseColorado https://lnkd.in/gbSVDKsJ

Thank you Denver Business Journal for highlighting our newest Minority Business Office (MBO) Director, Azarel Madrigal! As the MBO division of OEDIT continues their mission of increasing economic opportunity for minority, women, and veteran entrepreneurs across the state, we look forward to working alongside Madrigal and learning from her past leadership experience. Learn more about Madrigal’s role here▶️ https://lnkd.in/gYx9xcMJ

Congratulations to our very own Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Laura Rodriguez, for her newly created position as Director of Innovation Ecosystems which she’ll do in addition to her CSO role. Rodriguez will lead officewide projects to promote innovation and entrepreneurship and support the continued success of statewide and regional technology hubs. Learn more here 👉 https://bit.ly/3W4DWqf

Congratulations to our very own Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), Laura Rodriguez, for her newly created position as Director of Innovation Ecosystems which she’ll do in addition to her CSO role. Rodriguez will lead officewide projects to promote innovation and entrepreneurship and support the continued success of statewide and regional technology hubs. Learn more here 👉 https://bit.ly/3W4DWqf

Habitat for Humanity’s Hope Springs development project in Greeley is addressing the area’s housing shortage by creating a community that contains 174 homes and 320 mixed-rate apartments. 🏠 Alquist 3D is supporting this project by building homes using their 3D concrete printing (3DCP) technology — a robotic arm that distributes thin layers of concrete. The manufacturer recently moved their headquarters to Greeley, thanks in part to the Colorado Economic Development Commission’s Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit program. Their efforts to create lower-cost housing and infrastructure serve as a great example of the amazing ways modular housing can help address our state’s housing shortage. Read more about the development project here ⬇️ https://bit.ly/3W2rFn9

Across the Mountain West, over 19,000 jobs support the quantum industry. Nearly half of the jobs in quantum do not require an advanced degree, and the need for technician positions is projected to double in five years. Quantum companies need employees in the skilled trades like welding, pipe fitting and machining. The discoveries in quantum labs generated the new companies that harbor job growth right now, and into the future. #ElevateQuantum #Quantum #QuantumTuesday #ChooseColorado

"America is serious about being a global leader in quantum technology, the future of computing. Colorado is the center of the quantum technology ecosystem and we are thrilled that the Biden Administration is supporting our work to develop the best minds, research, and innovation in the country. Our region has always played a critical role in advanced technology and we’re proud to be supporting these efforts through a state investment of $74 million that was conditional on this federal award and will now be activated. I want to thank Senator Michael Bennet and John W. Hickenlooper and Congressman Joe Neguse for their hard work in helping bring these funds to Colorado. This federal and state investment will accelerate our work and help ensure the future of computing is developed and built right here in Colorado." - Governor Polis https://lnkd.in/gxPr24NX

Colorado Creative Districts serve as a focal point for celebrating a community’s unique identity by showcasing cultural and artistic organizations and events. 🎨 In 2022, the Colorado Creative Industries division of OEDIT named Gunnison as a creative district and the team behind the district has been hard at work transforming their rural town. Along with promoting public art, boasting First Friday Art Walks, and creating a valley-wide creative directory, the team is collaborating with local artists to bring to life murals that represent the people and happenings in the Gunnison Valley. Learn more here 👇 https://bit.ly/3VXR6X6

CCI is now accepting applications for the Folk and Traditional Arts Project Grant! The Folk and Traditional Arts Project Grant is dedicated to celebrating, documenting, and preserving Colorado’s cultural heritage through folk and traditional arts. Individuals and organizations alike are welcome to apply for these $3,000 grants. This program aims to enhance community well being, encompassing belonging, cultural identity, economic vitality, and sense of place. Applications open July 1 through September 30, 2024. Learn more on the grant website: https://lnkd.in/gkPAxHxA or by emailing [email protected].

This 2024 Legislative Session, HB24-1295 extended the Community Revitalization Program, which supports projects that revitalize buildings or start new construction for workforce housing, commercial spaces, community gathering spaces, and much more. Take a look at our latest legislative recap for more information on this program and the other bills that will support our office’s mission to empower all to thrive in Colorado’s Economy. 👉 https://bit.ly/3RLGKXP