Central Mountain Entrepreneurs is a purpose-built collaboration of founders, funders, mentors, and advisors aimed at supporting startup growth and innovation in Colorado’s Central Mountains. 

An initiative of the Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation in partnership with the Central Mountain Small Business Development Center and presented by Collegiate Peaks Bank, the Central Mountain Entrepreneurs startup community accelerates business growth through an annual Micro-Accelerator, a robust Access to Capital program, and an engaged and experienced Mentorship Network.

With backing from a broad network of partners, investors, and funders; we encourage private sector entrepreneurial activity to address community challenges including housing, healthcare, childcare, environmental sustainability, and workforce development, all while supporting economic recovery and resilience through new firm and job creation.