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Calling Denver entrepreneurs & small/young businesses! I've been lucky enough to partner with Gusto through every role I've had over the last 7 years - from Denver Startup Week to Paired to Stride. This is a great opportunity to entrepreneurs to share your story for a chance to win up to $50k in prizes. Entries are open now through Nov. 20. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gBnUwix7

Is your business preparing for a #merger or #acquisition in the future? Join KO Law Partner Jennifer Rosenthal and GLC Advisors & Co., LLC Managing Director David Bluth for a webinar offering an overview of the M&A market outlook and legal, operational, and financial preparedness tips for companies and executives gearing up for future M&A activity. RSVP to join the webinar on Tuesday, October 22 at 10:00 a.m. MT for practical insights and lessons learned from an experienced M&A attorney and an experienced investment banker and M&A advisor. RSVP here ➡ https://bit.ly/3No3URC or using the QR code below. #mergersandacquisitions #MandA

Our October Member Breakfast is coming up! Kickstart your day with the Paired community next Thursday, October 24th. 📍 Location: Lohi, Denver 📅 Date: October 24th 🕒 Time: 8:30-10am Members, RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/gTqR49gY

That's a wrap on Denver Startup Week! Learning more about our October Breakfast, upcoming dinners, and membership at www.paired.co.

📣 Paired Member Spotlight: Meet Chris Andronaco Who is Chris Andronaco? Chris Andronaco is a seasoned technology leader with 15 years of experience at top companies like Toyota Racing Development USA and OtterBox. Throughout his career, Chris has been instrumental in driving innovation and technology transformation, holding key roles such as Chief Technology Officer at Collective Goods and Director of IT, Engineering & Product at Otter Products. His expertise in engineering leadership and business strategy has consistently led to the modernization of legacy technologies and successful business growth. What is Sublynk? Sublynk, co-founded by Chris and Jesse McClure, is a groundbreaking SaaS platform designed to revolutionize the restoration industry. The platform empowers trade professionals by automating and streamlining B2B connectivity, significantly reducing onboarding and compliance times by 90%. Sublynk is focused on helping restoration companies grow, offering a modern, user-friendly solution that addresses the industry's unique challenges. Exciting Updates Under Chris's leadership, Sublynk has achieved impressive milestones in a short time. The company recently completed a pre-seed raise of over $1 million, launched with its first enterprise customer, and is in the process of onboarding 3,000 customer organizations. Sublynk's Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) has grown by an astounding 2300% over the past 2 months. As Chris and his team continue to expand Sublynk's impact, they are focused on partnering with progressive restoration networks and franchises to further scale their contractor networks. Chris is currently trying to connect with restoration franchises, managed repair networks, and insurance carriers with direct repair programs. Connect with Chris to learn more! #TechLeadership #SaaSInnovation #EngineeringExcellence #BusinessGrowth #RestorationTech #DigitalTransformation #DenverTech #ColoradoStartups

📣 Paired Member Spotlight: Meet Jennifer Cunningham Who is Jennifer Cunningham? Jennifer Cunningham is a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for mental health, based in Boulder, Colorado. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Lowkey Enterprises (https://lnkd.in/gspRsEFp), she is dedicated to transforming the way we address mental health issues. Jennifer’s leadership journey spans various sectors, including her role in launching dial-up internet access in the US and EU, and as the Founder and Managing Director of JC/VC , where she excels as a capital generator, strategy advisor, and business coach. Her passion lies in supporting female-founded businesses and tech that aids vulnerable populations. Jennifer is also an active board member, contributing her expertise to organizations like LOCAL Theater Company , and she is a previous board member of the Johnson Depression Center at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus & NAMI Boulder County. What is Lowkey Enterprises? Lowkey Enterprises, co-founded by Jennifer Cunningham and Jud Valeski, is a pioneering company that aims to revolutionize mental health support through its innovative product, the "Mental Health Smoke Alarm." This product is designed to passively monitor and detect potential mental health issues, providing users with peace of mind similar to that of a smoke alarm. The solution addresses the growing mental health crisis, particularly among vulnerable populations mostly likely to die by suicide, 10-24 year olds and post 9/11 veterans. It offers an objective, data-driven approach to early intervention. With high adoption potential and strong appeal to parents, Lowkey is set to make a significant impact in mental health care. Exciting Updates! As Lowkey Enterprises prepares to kick off a pivotal fundraising round, Jennifer is actively seeking a lead investor who shares her vision for addressing what Vivek Murthy, U.S. Surgeon General, calls the defining public crisis of our time—youth mental health. The very technology that has contributed to this crisis can also be harnessed to safeguard the well-being of individuals. Lowkey aims to do just that by teaming up with health ecosystems and national employers—entities poised to benefit directly from a healthier community and workforce. This investment is not just an opportunity but a necessity. Untreated mental health issues often escalate into severe societal challenges like substance abuse, homelessness, and interactions with the criminal justice system. By partnering with a like-minded investor who understands the urgency of this crisis, and the opportunity for every smartphone to become a personal mental health alert detector, Lowkey is poised to flip the mental health narrative with a proactive solution. #MentalHealthRevolution #StartupFounder #MentalHealthTech #FemaleFounders #SocialImpact #Entrepreneurship #InvestInHealth #TechForGood #HealthTech #MentalHealthAwareness #WomenInBusiness #MentalHealthSupport #MentalWellness

📣 Important Update: Paired's Annual Denver Startup Week Party Date Change! Our Annual Fall Party has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 17th. Due to a condensed DSW schedule this year, we expect it to be better than ever! Our event includes a curated dinner and networking for a select group of founders, investors, and operators. Tickets required! Updated Event Details: 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 17th ⏰ Time: 6-9pm (Dinner starts at 7) 📍 Location: Denver, CO We're excited to see everyone there and make this a night to remember! Lastly, a huge thank you to everyone who joined us last Thursday at The Welton Room for our August Member Social. Here's to more connections and collaborations! #PairedCommunity #Networking #StartupEcosystem #DenverTech #DENStartupWeek #DSW2024 #DSW

🚨 Last Call: August Member Social This Thursday! 🚨 Join us for our final summer social before Denver Startup Week and our Annual Fall Party! 📅 Thursday, August 22nd 🕔 5-7pm 📍 The Welton Room (2590 Welton St, Denver, CO 80205) Whether you're a long-time member or curious about joining, this is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow startup leaders and investors before DSW. Don't miss out—our next big event is a month away! RSVP required: Members RSVP HERE: https://lnkd.in/g_6SZ548 Interested? reach out to Henry Coote ([email protected]) See you there! 👋 #PairedCommunity #DenverStartups #Networking #LastCall

Next Wednesday, our partner Jennifer Rosenthal and KO Law are co-hosting a Founder/Funder hike in Boulder alongside AVL Growth Partners, Matchstick Ventures, and Range Ventures. This is another fantastic chance for early-stage tech founders to connect with investors and like-minded peers while enjoying the beautiful Boulder trails. More info here: https://lu.ma/2b1ljxcj We are lucky to have such great partners like Jennifer who are dedicated to supporting the Colorado startup ecosystem.

🎉 Join Us for Paired's Annual Fall Party! 🎉 We’re excited to announce that our Annual Fall Party is happening on September 17th at Invisible City in Denver during Denver Startup Week! This is THE place to be for Founders, Funders, and Executive Operators in the Front Range of Colorado. Whether you’re a seasoned member or new to the community, our Fall Party promises to be an evening of networking, collaboration, and fun! 🌟 Highlights of the Evening: - Exclusive networking opportunities - Inspiring conversations with industry leaders - Delicious food and drinks - Live DJ Tickets are required! Members, RSVP now to secure your spot at this must-attend event! 🎟️RSVP Here: https://lnkd.in/eR468taE If you are a founder, investor or executive operator in Colorado and interested in attending, reach out to Henry Coote for details ([email protected]) 📍 Location: Near Downtown Denver 📅 Date: September 17th 🕒 Time: 6-9pm We can't wait to see you there! #PairedCommunity #FallBash #Networking #StartupEcosystem #DenverStartupWeek #Entrepreneurship #StartupLife #TechCommunity #BusinessNetworking #Innovation #Founders #Leadership #Investors #ColoradoStartups #GrowthMindset