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West Slope Startup Week is back, October 6-10 in Durango! And we are now accepting session submissions for the 2025 Makers Track. Built for entrepreneurs who create physical products—whether you're working out of your garage or managing a small-batch production...

We’re Looking for Bold, Human Powered Session Ideas Whether you’re a solopreneur or leading a team of 100, a strong team is the secret sauce behind a successful business. This year, the People Track is all about harnessing that human power. We’re looking for session...

Speaker Guide: What We’re Looking For The Communications track at WSSW is built for founders who need to get their message across – clearly, confidently, and fast. From funder pitches and social posts to internal updates and cold outreach, communication runs through...

And we're back!—West Slope Start Week (WSSW) is gearing up for another round of forward-thinking workshops, panels, and conversations, and we want to hear from you. Whether you’re a serial entrepreneur, investor, creative, or experienced business leader, this is your...

Diversity is a cornerstone of innovation and economic growth. This year, we're excited to announce a dedicated Latine Program as part of West Slope Startup Week. Thanks to program lead Olivia de Pablo, this is the second year that we are offering bilingual programming...

West Slope Startup Week (WSSW) brings together entrepreneurs from across the region, creating a unique opportunity for concentrated networking, collaboration, and innovation. Now in its sixth year and second time hosted in the startup-friendly Durango, WSSW offers a...

Durango, Colorado – The West Slope Startup Week is set to return next year from August 19 – 23, 2024. This week-long event is designed to bring together entrepreneurs, small business owners, makers, techies, and more to connect, learn, and collaborate. With over 60...

As we recognize the growing impact of micro businesses and their essential role in rural economies, West Slope Startup Week has dedicated a special session to micro business owners, spearheaded by two passionate leaders in the community: Celeste Herron, WSSW Program...

This story was originally published on StartupColorado.org, written by Khara Wolf, West Slope Startup Week (WSSW) is on the move! This free week-long event for entrepreneurs and small business owners is relocating from Grand Junction to the rural startup hub of...

Durango, Colorado – The West Slope Startup Week is set to return this year from August 21 – 25, 2023. This week-long event is designed to bring together entrepreneurs, small business owners, makers, techies, and more to connect, learn, and collaborate. With over 40...

Watch the 2022 Greater Colorado Pitch Series.

Highlights from 2022 West Slope Startup Week There is so much to celebrate from the fourth annual West Slope Startup Week event! Firstly, a huge thank you to all of our sponsors, participants, and organizers. Let's take a look at what made West Slope Startup Week 2022...