Description

In celebration of Diversity Month, the Glenwood Springs Chamber and FirstBank are excited to host Let’s Talk Business/Hablemos de Negocios, an annual bilingual event designed to empower and support local Latino entrepreneurs.

When: Wednesday, April 15, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Morgridge Commons
             815 Cooper Ave., 2nd Floor 

This year’s event will feature engaging “TED-Style Talks” where local Latino business owners will share their personal journeys, highlighting the challenges they’ve overcome and the successes they’ve achieved.  This year we'll hear from:

• Roxana Nevarez, Owner, Roxy's Aesthetics
• Giovanna Kennedy, Realtor, Compass Colorado

In addition to hearing from local entrepreneurs, attendees will benefit from a business resource panel on marketing, featuring the following local experts:

• Susie Meraz - Moderator, Guaranteed Rate
• Margarita Alvarez - Sol Del Valle
• Iliana Renteria
• Crystal Mariscal - Colorado Mountain College

The event will also include a business resource expo, where attendees can explore available opportunities for both existing and prospective businesses. Booths will feature organizations offering essential tools and services to support business growth and success.

• Beyond Borders Physical Therapy
• City of Glenwood Springs, Economic Development
• Compass Colorado
• Financial Empowerment Center of the Rockies/Savings Collaborative
• FirstBank
• Glenwood Springs Chamber
• Guaranteed Rate
• Holy Cross Energy
• La Tricolor, 107.1
• Mountain Family Health Centers
• Sol del Valle

Enjoy networking with entrepreneurs, professionals, and local leaders, while savoring food from Latino-owned Taqueria el Yaqui. Refreshing drinks by Quality Brands of the Rockies, music from TEAJ, and balloon decor by The Fluffy Stuff, will complete the experience.