Built by the Community, for the Community
WSSW is more than a conference. It’s a collaborative effort to grow something meaningful in the beauty of our own backyard. Thanks to the support of Startup Colorado, a nonprofit dedicated to rural entrepreneurship, this event remains free and accessible to all.
Meet Your Lead Organizer
OLIVIA REED
As West Slope Startup Week’s event photographer over the past few years, Olivia is excited to step into her new role as Lead Organizer of the event. Olivia brings years of event management experience and a passion for all things small business to WSSW, as well as her work with Startup Colorado as the Community Engagement & Program Coordinator. As a small business owner herself, giving back to and supporting the small business community is a mission that remains close to her heart.
Meet our Track Captains
Meet the Startup Colorado Team
Startup Colorado is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that supports entrepreneurs in 53 rural counties. We believe that anyone should have the ability to start and scale a business in the place they call home. We’re here to help entrepreneurs access the human, social, and financial capital they need to build thriving businesses.
Brittany Romano
Executive Director
Margaret Hedderman
Director of Content & Brand Strategy
Mark Madic
Ecosystem Development & Partnerships Director
Vanessa McCrann
Managing Director
Tim Martinez
Director of Program Development & Innovation
Sarah Woodward
Digital Content Manager
Cheri Gonzales
Development Director
OLIVIA REED
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & PROGRAM COORDINATOR