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Tuesday, March 11
 

10:00am MDT

Creating stock for successful grant writing SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am MDT
competing for grant funding is highly competitive. You can set your organization up for success by developing quality stock. In this case, stock is a supply of writing and documents accumulated for future use. When seeking support from family foundations, corporations, and government grantors, nonprofit organizations can greatly increase their capacity to respond to funding opportunities by building up their stock.

Easy-to-use stock is boilerplate language for frequently-posed questions, a cover letter, a program budget and additional required attachments. For nonprofit organizations that are new to grant writing, the Colorado Common Grant Application (CCGA) is the optimal starting point. Ashley Kasprzak will refer to the CCGA and share what funders expect when evaluating requests for support. She will help you and your organization become better prepared to respond to grant opportunities.
Speakers
avatar for Ashley Kasprzak

Ashley Kasprzak

Partner for Purpose, Ashley Kasprzak Consulting, LLC
Ashley Kasprzak believes that creative people make our community more interesting and unified. Artists are as valuable to community as business leaders, professionals and service workers. They can benefit from residency programs and to often do not apply. Ashley wants to artists thrive... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 10:00am - 10:45am MDT
Lupine 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

11:15am MDT

Building Trust to Achieve Big Outcomes SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Trust based philanthropy was one positive outcome of the COVID pandemic, where grant makers extended flexibility to nonprofits as we all adapted to challenging circumstances. The trust placed in us during that period allowed us to focus on the big picture, rethink our roles, and make investments in long-term outcomes rather than short-term outputs. The result was more durable solutions, driven by the communities we serve. Why is this not the norm? In this presentation I'll share why it should be and how we can get there.
Speakers
avatar for Sebastian Africano

Sebastian Africano

Executive Director, Trees, Water & People
Sebastian has worked for Trees, Water & People for 20 years, including the last seven as executive director. During this last period his primary focus has been creatively improving the viability of nonprofit careers by reducing friction in the nonprofit workplace, from both internal... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Sand Lily 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

11:15am MDT

Making Your Map: Navigating the Journey from Concept to Launch SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Are you ready to launch a new product, expand your business, or bring your brilliant idea to life but unsure where to begin? While having a great idea is a fantastic start, it's just the beginning of the journey. If you're a creative person, you might find the next steps challenging to navigate.

Join product deployment expert Kristen B. Hubler for a transformative 45-minute session. Kristen will inspire and guide you in creating a roadmap to take your idea from concept to reality. She'll help you break down the necessary steps, provide tips for building successful habits, and equip you with the project management mindset needed to turn your dream into a tangible success. By the end of this session, you'll have the clarity and confidence to start making your vision a reality.
Speakers
avatar for Kristen B. Hubler

Kristen B. Hubler

Author of The Impossible Box | Founder, Workshops by Kristen
Kristen holds an M.Ed, a mini-MBA in Lean Six Sigma, is a certified Change Management Specialist, and certified Scrum Master. As a change and adoption specialist she uses change management and learning best practices to help organizations achieve successful adoption of their software... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Lupine 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

Speak Inarguably: Leadership Communication for Psychological Safety and Business Success SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Workplace conflict can arise even when everyone involved has the best of intentions. What's commonly considered "professional communication" encourages leaders to express their arguable opinions as inarguable facts. When combined with positional power, this style of communication creates a psychologically unsafe environment for all. In response, colleagues feel the need to defend, explain, and raise their voices to feel heard--increasing the chances of an unproductive conflict. Alternatively, colleagues can go silent and disengage from work. Both strategies--silence and violence--create an unhealthy work environment.

When leaders speak arguably, they get resistance. When leaders speak inarguably they get safety, engagement, and results.
Speakers
avatar for Christopher Arnold

Christopher Arnold

Transforming managers into leaders for people-first companies., Care Deeply Consulting
Christopher Arnold believes the world needs force-for-good businesses to succeed. He founded Care Deeply Consulting in 2018 to transform managers into leaders so people-first companies can grow. As principal advisor, he teaches conscious leaders how to leverage their care to navigate... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Prairie Sage 1 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

Capitalism for Creatives: Leverage the System, Fuel Your Art SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Many creatives harbor a deep disdain for capitalism, viewing it as a barrier to their artistic success. However, what if capitalism wasn’t the enemy, but a tool to empower your creativity? In this session, we'll break down what capitalism truly means and how artists can use it to create sustainable, balanced lives. I’ll share practical strategies and examples of creators who have developed useful skills, made over $100,000 per year, and still preserved space for their art. You’ll leave with a new mindset and actionable steps to build a thriving career while protecting your creative passion.

Takeaways:

1. Reframe capitalism as a system to leverage, not fight.
2. Learn how to build lucrative skills that complement your creative work.
3. Discover ways to generate a sustainable income without sacrificing artistic integrity or time.

Target Audience: Creatives, solopreneurs, and freelancers looking to shift their mindset and improve their financial independence.
Speakers
avatar for Jake Jorgovan

Jake Jorgovan

Creative & Capitalist, Alpha Apex Group / Content Allies
Jake Jorgovan is a unique blend of creative and capitalist, combining his passion for art with his entrepreneurial drive. As the Founder of Alpha Apex Group, Content Allies, and Listen Network, he has helped B2B companies like Meta, Siemens Energy, and Gusto grow while generating... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Sand Lily 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

2:00pm MDT

Nonprofit Lifecycles - Knowing Which Lever to Pull Next SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
As a nonprofit leader, you're probably used to putting out fires. Whether inside the business, with your board, or somewhere in the external operating environment, I know your attention is constantly pulled in several directions at once, everything seems urgent, and it's often difficult to prioritize.

Nonprofit Lifecycles is a simple way to assess organizational health by diagnosing where your organization falls across five operational categories. This tool will help you reinforce your strengths, and objectively identify your weaknesses. What you learn will help you decide what's most important to focus on TODAY to improve your organization's performance.

Join Sebastian Africano to lean how his 26 year old nonprofit grew, then collapsed, then turned itself around by reconnecting with its purpose, reframing its priorities, and pulling the right levers to drive the organization into eight years of consecutive growth.
Speakers
avatar for Sebastian Africano

Sebastian Africano

Executive Director, Trees, Water & People
Sebastian has worked for Trees, Water & People for 20 years, including the last seven as executive director. During this last period his primary focus has been creatively improving the viability of nonprofit careers by reducing friction in the nonprofit workplace, from both internal... Read More →
avatar for Jana Sanchez

Jana Sanchez

Chief Alchemist, Alchemy With Words
Jana Sanchez has been helping companies get results for more than 20 years. With an extensive background in organizational management, marketing, and facilitation, she helps companies get clarity to know where they need to go, and which tools will get them there. She’s an entrepreneur... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
Foxtail 2 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

3:15pm MDT

The Life of a Product - Growing, Learning & Pivoting for Market Resiliency! SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
As a founder, product manager or a hobbyist, taking care of your product is more than just a full time job. It is a personal commitment you made when it was just a small idea, your idea, to change the world.

The life of a product is a complex journey, one of self-discovery, creativity, adversity and truths. In this session, we will explain the highs and lows of product development, learning from real-world examples that reveal the raw truths of the process. We will dive into the techniques that fuel growth, the lessons learned from failures, and the art of pivoting when faced with inevitable market shifts. By the end, you’ll not only understand how to breathe life into your dream product, but also gain the insights and tools needed to nurture your ideas into resilient game-changing realities.
Speakers
avatar for Aakash Singhal

Aakash Singhal

Managing Director, Ellofant, LLC
Aakash is a Lean Engineering Leader with experience in leading complex transformations in disruptive markets. Aakash is able to broker trusted relationships quickly, coupled with a strong executive presence to influence across organizations on how to build world-class product experiences... Read More →
Tuesday March 11, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Twinberry Auditorium 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

3:15pm MDT

Creative Creatures Colluding and Conversing SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Three amazing entrepreneurs a shoe school dean, a rage roomer and a mermaid walk into a bar..... and have a conversation about how they took their wildest/weirdest idea and are making a living at it. Followed by an interactive brainstorm in an attempt to answer; if you could? Would you?
Speakers
avatar for Nathan Scott

Nathan Scott

Auctioneer, creative, event planner, very low level super hero., Betty Botter Auctions
MA in Communications, 2x Americorps member, US Navy Vet, Up With People, picker, grinner, lover, sinner.
Tuesday March 11, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Stage 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

6:00pm MDT

BrainChange: Thought-Provoking Speakers Who Foster Connection and Inspire SEATS AVAILABLE
Tuesday March 11, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
What if you could turn your thoughts and feelings into action and connection—right in the moment? Welcome to BrainChange, a one-of-a-kind speaker event designed to foster connection, spark innovation, and give back to our community.

Please note: This featured evening event requires a separate ticket (not included in General Admission). Click the button above "Get Your BrainChange Ticket."

As you step into the venue, you’ll receive $5 in quarters. At each table, you’ll find a coin jar waiting. Throughout the night, a lineup of incredible speakers will present powerful ideas, unspoken truths from a place of radical transparency, and thought-provoking insights designed to inspire you.

When an idea resonates with you—whether it challenges your thinking, makes you laugh, or stirs your emotions—put a quarter in the jar and shake it.

As the room fills with the sound of coins clinking in the jars, a truth rings out: we are not alone in our thoughts. BrainChange transforms the passive act of listening to a speaker into a powerful communal participative experience—an audible connection binding us as a community.

At the end of the night, all the quarters will be donated to the Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County, helping to fund mental health initiatives that make a real difference in our community.

BrainChange isn’t just about hearing great ideas—it’s about making them count. In a world where connections shape our future, BrainChange a unique way to find your people. Bring your own quarters if you’d like and amplify the good we can do together!

Why It Matters: In a time when connection is more important than ever, BrainChange provides an innovative platform where shared ideas create real connection, which builds the capacity for lasting change. By aligning audience engagement with charitable giving, we offer more than inspiration—we offer action. BrainChange embodies the spirit of being future-ready/future-proof by blending ideas with connection and community impact, ensuring that every idea, every quarter, makes a difference.
Speakers
avatar for Nick Armstrong

Nick Armstrong

Geek-in-Chief, WTF Marketing
I’m Nick Armstrong and I’m #2 on the speed dial of most small business owners, right after mom. When they’re stuck in a rut and need a whiteboard-worth of fun, profitable marketing strategies to fill up client waitlists and bank accounts for a year, they call me.
Sponsors & Partners
Tuesday March 11, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Prairie Sage 1 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526
 
Wednesday, March 12
 

9:00am MDT

Strategic Planning: Aligning Purpose and Plans for Nonprofit Impact. SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am MDT
Strategic Planning is an important part in preparing nonprofits for greater focus and impact in their work. But many nonprofits are neither prepared for the strategic planning process nor for implementing their strategic plans to achieve their goals. This session offers an engaging overview on how nonprofits can align their mission and purpose to their plans and create an effective strategic planning and implementation process that allows them to successfully achieve greater impact.
Speakers
avatar for Sosamma Samuel-Burnett

Sosamma Samuel-Burnett

Founder/President, G.L.O.B.A.L. Justice
Sosamma Samuel-Burnett is Founder/Pres of G.L.O.B.A.L. Justice, a nonprofit that serves as a resource on a range of justice issues by providing programs, projects, services, and events that inform, impact, & inspire local, national, & international individuals, organizations, sectors... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am MDT
Twinberry Auditorium 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

How to be a Wealthy Musician SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Using our Seven note Financial Scale, we provide financial literacy to the music community. Our mission is to show that no artist or anyone in the music business needs to give up their ambitions because of money. Built on our successful course taught at the University of Colorado Denver and shared with the community on our popular podcast, Musicians Tip Jar, we provide simple actions and solutions to manage and grow wealth as a musician.

Speakers
avatar for Chris Webb

Chris Webb

Chris Webb Co-Founder, Musicians Tip Jar
Chris Webb is a Denver based musician who has successfully maintained a full-time career in music for over two decades. He owns the booking agency called "Colorado Professional Performers," teaches at the University of Colorado Denver in the music program and Co-founded Musicians... Read More →
avatar for Dave Tamkin

Dave Tamkin

Musicians Tip Jar - Co-Founder, Musicians Tip Jar
Dave combines his collaborative management style with an energetic focus on networking and developing strategic partnerships. In 2009, Dave was instrumental in founding an online marketing agency, helping marketers and advertisers gain access to cleaner online traffic and enhanced... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Prairie Sage 1 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

Selling Without the Ick SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Is selling a curse word to you?

Does sales make you feel insecure?

Would you make more money if you felt more comfortable with sales?

I used to overthink sales. I wanted to be amazing, but I thought it was hard, stressful, and uncomfortable.

Even though we have no problem buying, we can get in our heads when we go to sell to others. Selling seems icky and slimy.

Do you have this relationship to sales? If you do, it will limit your success and income.

Want sales to become effortless and enjoyable? Join Rich Life at Founded in FoCo.

Sales is a powerful relationship skill. We sell ideas, beliefs, and behaviors to others every day. Yet something changes in our minds when we go to sell an offering for money.

We worry, stress, and fret. Some have such an aversion to selling that it becomes like a curse word.

Imagine if selling became as natural as breathing. When we don’t overthink it, sales can be that simple. Instead of a stressor, it can be a beautiful exchange.

Easeful sales is possible for anyone. The good news is that when we drop sales stress, we get even better at it. Making deals becomes no more than an interesting game, and the more we play, the more we improve.

Everyone is born to sell. We cover up this innate ability with thoughts and beliefs that sabotage our efforts.

Are you in your own way?

Learn:
How to drop overthinking around sales
How society conditioned you to dislike sales
Why sleazy sales tactics don't work
That selling is not about you
How to listen deeply to create connection
To handle objections with grace and curiosity
How to make more money in sales

Fall in love with sales by approaching it with fresh eyes.

With over 7 years experience in weight loss and membership sales, Rich Life has the record of a top salesperson.

Rich combines his extensive sales experience with a transformative understanding. This understanding helps professionals “drop thought" and leads to more clients, sales, and success.
Speakers
avatar for Rich Life

Rich Life

Owner, Rich Life Realization
Business owner and speaker, Rich is an educator and coach with more than 10 years experience. He uses metaphor and in the moment wisdom to help achievers stop striving and start flowing. As a 3 Principles Apprentice Practitioner, his approach is based on the 3 Principles understanding... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Twinberry Auditorium 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

Traction: How to Get a Grip on Your Business SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
Is your business controlling you, or are you controlling your business?

Being an entrepreneur is exciting—until it's not. The chaos of keeping things together feels like trying to juggle while riding a unicycle on a tightrope. Blindfolded. Over a pit of fire.

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Business owners everywhere face the same uphill battle: mounting fires, leadership tension, and a nagging suspicion that your business might actually be running you. It doesn’t have to be this way.

As an EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) Implementer, I help frazzled founders, weary leaders, and overwhelmed teams regain control. This workshop unpacks the simple, powerful tools of the Entrepreneurial Operating System® (EOS®) to help you:

+ Gain clarity on your vision (because guessing isn't a strategy).
Build a healthy, aligned leadership team (goodbye, endless bickering in meetings).
+ Establish consistent, accountable processes (yes, people will actually follow through!).
+ Solve issues at the root, not just slapping on duct tape (we're looking at you, 'quick fixes').

You’ll leave with the tools and confidence to run your business, rather than letting it run you into the ground. And hey, you might even start enjoying being the boss again.

So, if you’ve ever felt like the captain of a ship that’s constantly one storm away from sinking, join us for this workshop. Together, we’ll turn your team into a well-oiled machine that runs like clockwork, leaving you free to enjoy life, lead well, and maybe—just maybe—sleep through the night.

It’s time to get a grip. Because the only thing worse than being overwhelmed by your business is realizing it’s been controlling you all along.

This workshop isn’t just about survival. It’s about thriving. It’s about gaining the traction you need to move forward, not just spin in circles.

And let’s be honest—there are enough things in life that control us (hello, social media algorithms). Your business shouldn’t be one of them.
Speakers
avatar for Justin Boling

Justin Boling

I help entrepreneurs & business owners take control of their business!, EOS Worldwide
I am a dedicated husband, father to 5, serial entrepreneur, Coach, and Small Business Owner committed to empowering fellow entrepreneurs. Previously, I grappled with the commonplace notion that success meant sacrificing personal well-being and relationships. In my pursuit of climbing... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 1:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
Sand Lily 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

2:00pm MDT

Gather with Purpose: Elevate your Organization with Magic Moments SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
Inspired by Priya Parker’s The Art of Gathering, this condensed session will focus on key principles nonprofits/businesses can use to elevate their events and meetings. We’ll cover essential strategies for designing gatherings that inspire connection and purpose. Attendees will walk away with practical, actionable tips to make their events more meaningful, whether they’re planning a fundraiser, a board meeting, or a community workshop. Ideal for nonprofit professionals, creatives, freelancers, and entrepreneurs looking to maximize impact in every interaction.
Speakers
avatar for Analia Weber

Analia Weber

Development Director, Mover & Shaker, Community Connector, The Family Center/ La Familia
Analía Weber is a dynamic force on a mission to foster community wherever she goes. Hailing from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Analía spent the initial chapters of her life gracing stages nationally and internationally, sharing her passion for dance and presenting her choreographic creations... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm MDT
Twinberry Auditorium 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

3:15pm MDT

Bring Your Soma to Work SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Owning a business, running a nonprofit, or being an entrepreneur is a never-ending rollercoaster of meeting deadlines, managing team dynamics, communicating value, meeting financial goals, and trying to get ahead. The world moves at lightning speed and asks us to adapt, innovate, and keep moving. Anxiety abounds.

But what if the secret to doing it all well wasn't a new technology, but instead was an invitation to slow down and recenter ourselves?

Our brains are useful tools when it comes to analysis, evaluation, computation, and composition. But they aren't the most effective tools for regulation, connection, adaptability, and creativity when used in isolation. Instead, we have an entire network in our bodies that can support us.

Through this workshop, Bring Your Soma to Work, we'll learn how the somatic system plays a role in our decision making, communication, boundary setting, and stress regulation. We'll explore some concrete practices that can reset our nervous systems so we can be experience greater clarity, presence, connection, and a renewed sense of purpose in our work.
Speakers
avatar for Colleen Stanevich

Colleen Stanevich

Somatic Coach and Leadership Consultant, CEO and Founder
Colleen Stanevich is a recovering strategic planner who saw first-hand the toll of ignoring human-centered practices and the resulting effects on an overspent, exhausted, burned out, physically ill workforce. Through her own embodied transformation and somatic training, Colleen now... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Stage 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

3:15pm MDT

Ditch the Drama - Build Healthy Connections on Your Team SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Raise your hand if you can think of recent drama at work? Sometimes we find ourselves asking, “Why can’t I just do my job and stop dealing with all these people problems?!” Too often, teams become mired in unhealthy dynamics. While levels of drama on teams vary, we know it’s easy to get stuck in emotions, reactions, and power plays.

Stats tell us this problem is pervasive. A Gallup poll found 71% of employees are disengaged to the point that they consider quitting their jobs about once a day. A different study found that the average leader spends 2.5 hours per day dealing with drama that creates “emotional waste” at work.

Getting unstuck from disempowering team dynamics can be tricky AND it can be powerful. Join us to learn how to move your team forward.
Speakers
avatar for Erin Hottenstein

Erin Hottenstein

Senior Advisor and Confidence Cultivator, Trebuchet Group
Erin Hottenstein brings 20 years of experience as a consultant, trainer, facilitator, and coach in business, collegiate and community settings. She helps clients move from feeling stuck to moving forward with clarity and confidence. She helps leaders get their messages across with... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Sand Lily 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

3:15pm MDT

Master Your Message: How to be comfortable networking and speaking about your non profit SEATS AVAILABLE
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Sue Sutton will start with a short history of her radio career and then move into an interactive mastermind-style session. Participants will discuss some fears about networking and speaking and how they solved or moved past those fears (or not).
Sue will then outline the material to be covered, including how to use radio copyrighting for networking, a couple of exercises that participants will engage in, and a fun and possibly a little scary audio assignment to practice what they've learned. Sue will provide tip sheets with a place for notes and will answer questions as the session progresses.
By the end of the session, participants will know how to write their message, and then be concise when speaking and networking in various settings. They will have mastered their message (or at least made a good start) and will feel more confident and comfortable in their networking efforts.
Sue will also offer a free 5-7 minute interview on her radio show to promote the participants' nonprofit and showcase what they have learned. She is also available to speak to groups and companies about this topic for no charge.
Speakers
avatar for Sue Sutton

Sue Sutton

Radio Personality and Media Coach, Pirate Radio 93.5 FM
I am a Radio Personality and Media Coach. I've been in radio for 38 years and am currently the morning show host on Pirate Radio 93.5 FM in Fort Collins. We are a non-profit community radio station that offers FREE 5-7 minute interviews for your business, non-profit, or event. As... Read More →
Wednesday March 12, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm MDT
Foxtail 2 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526
 
Thursday, March 13
 

9:00am MDT

Kung Fu Clarity - Ninja Strategies for Connection SEATS AVAILABLE
Thursday March 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am MDT
What if you could stand out In today's fast-paced, noise-filled business landscape? More than just innovation; is required, it demands strategic clarity. This session will equip you with the "ninja" skills to navigate the complexities of modern business and forge meaningful connections.

Drawing inspiration from the ancient martial art of Kung Fu, you'll learn practical strategies to:

Cut through the clutter: Learn to identify and eliminate distractions that hinder your focus and progress.

Master the art of listening: Discover how to truly understand your clients, colleagues, and partners, fostering deeper connections.

Channel your inner warrior: Unleash your potential and build the resilience needed to overcome challenges and seize opportunities.

Forge lasting relationships: Develop effective communication and networking skills to build strong, mutually beneficial partnerships.

Join us for an interactive and insightful session that will leave you empowered to navigate the complexities of the modern business world with confidence and clarity.

Julie is a martial arts student who has studied Kung Fu and Tai Chi in Northern Colorado for 10 years
Speakers
avatar for Julie Ulstrup

Julie Ulstrup

Business Strategist and Consultant for Ambitious Entrepreneurs, Julie Ulstrup Business Strategy and Consulting
Julie Ulstrup is THE go to business strategist and coach for experienced mission driven entrepreneurs who want to start or grow a profitable business so they can have more time and money freedom. With a lifetime spent perfecting the art clarity, she helps ambitious clients 2X their... Read More →
Thursday March 13, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am MDT
Twinberry Auditorium 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

11:15am MDT

From Fluff to Facts: Find The Real Truth Through Conversations SEATS AVAILABLE
Thursday March 13, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Are you tired of market research conversations that seem to go nowhere? I’ll walk you through my approach to asking the right questions—the kind that lead to real, actionable feedback. It’s not about surface-level chats or vague promises; it’s about getting specific, diving deep, and learning what really drives your customers.

The key? It’s not about pitching your idea. In fact, it’s about avoiding it entirely. I’ll show you how to shift the conversation to focus on your customers' lives, their problems, and their real-world experiences. Instead of asking hypothetical questions like, "Would you use this?" or "Do you think it's a good idea?" you’ll learn how to ask about what they’ve actually done. That way, even your mom couldn’t lie to you about it!


Here’s what you’ll get out of it:

A new approach to customer conversations: Learn how to structure chats that reveal actionable insights instead of vague, surface-level responses.

Question techniques that work: Discover the exact questions that dig into past behaviors and help you get past fluff to find the stories that actually matter.

Common pitfalls to avoid: Learn how to steer clear of the mistakes that lead to misleading feedback, like fishing for validation or compliments.

How to get honest feedback: Shift the focus to your customers' real experiences to uncover genuine insights that will shape your product decisions.

Practical tools you can use right away: Walk away with question frameworks and strategies you can start using immediately to make every conversation count.

This session is all about making sure your market research is actually useful, so you can build something your customers really need, not just something they say they want.
Speakers
avatar for kateryna quinn

kateryna quinn

Founder, ASTASH | Uplify AI
Kateryna Quinn is a mom, an immigrant, and a proud small business owner in Northern Colorado. Recognized as a Forbes Next 1000 honoree and one of NOCO's 30 Under 30, she has made a name for herself as a leader in marketing and web design. As the founder of ASTASH an award-winning... Read More →
Thursday March 13, 2025 11:15am - 12:00pm MDT
Foxtail 2 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

Arts & Culture Funding Landscape SEATS AVAILABLE
Thursday March 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
The philanthropic climate for cultural organizations and artistic endeavors changed significantly during the pandemic and continues to shift. From general operating support to program grants, from government assistance to private foundations, this landscape is evolving as vital yet limited resources support arts, cultural and creative endeavors across the state. This dynamic panel conversation is a chance to speak directly to those funders. The discussion will highlight changes in funding priorities, new opportunities opening up, equity in arts funding and more.
Speakers
avatar for Meredith Badler

Meredith Badler

Deputy Director, Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA)
Meredith Badler is the Deputy Director at Colorado Business Committee for the Arts (CBCA). She enjoys making a positive impact in Colorado through creativity and community partnerships every single day. Meredith oversees all of CBCA’s programs, major events, research and trainings... Read More →
Thursday March 13, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm MDT
Prairie Sage 1 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

1:00pm MDT

The Resilient Entrepreneur: Mastering Emotional Agility SEATS AVAILABLE
Thursday March 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
In the high-pressure world of entrepreneurship, success goes beyond business acumen. The "whole" entrepreneur is emotionally resilient.

Drawing from over 40 years of experience as a licensed therapist, relationship coach, and stress management expert, Kathy Rushing blends Susan David's emotional agility framework** with deep insights into the entrepreneurial journey. Learn how to navigate the complex emotional landscape of business ownership, from managing daily stressors to making high-stakes decisions, by mastering the four key components of emotional agility: Showing Up, Stepping Out, Walking Your Why, and Moving On.
Discover practical strategies that have helped other entrepreneurs build resilience, maintain healthy relationships, and thrive amidst uncertainty.
**"Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life" by Susan David, Ph.D.
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Kathy Rushing

Founder, Lodestar Relationship Coaching
Kathy Rushing, M.S. helps couples build strong, lasting marriages, with a special focus on entrepreneurial couples. She founded Lodestar Relationship Coaching in 2023 to guide couples through life's challenges. Kathy's secret sauce? She combines 30 years of experience as a Marriage... Read More →
Thursday March 13, 2025 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Lupine 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526

4:15pm MDT

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Thursday March 13, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm MDT
Eryc Eyl - author of Stop Engaging Employees: Start Making Work More Human - presents an electrifying blend of music, leadership insights, and interactive fun that will transform your approach to teamwork and management.

Drawing unexpected parallels between DJing and leadership, Eryc delivers a high-energy, unforgettable experience that gets everyone on their feet - literally!

Through a mix of music, storytelling, and plenty of interaction, Eryc introduces three key leadership disciplines that, when applied like a master DJ reading a crowd, can help people at any level in the organization cultivate a workplace that's as engaging and harmonious as a perfectly curated playlist.

Participants will:
* Learn to "read the room" and respond to team needs
* Discover how to involve everyone in creating positive change
* Develop strategies for building shared understanding and purpose

Packed with practical tips, dance breaks, and "aha!" moments, this presentation will leave you energized, unified, and equipped with actionable leadership tools. It's not just a talk - it's a party with a purpose that will have you grooving to a new beat of collaboration and success, transforming traditional leadership into party-rockin' leadership.

Don't miss the chance to experience this unforgettable leadership dance party at Founded in FoCo, with Eryc Eyl as your guide and DJ. Get ready to rock the party - and the workplaces of Northern Colorado!
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Eryc Eyl

Party rocker, leadership activist, human being
A lifelong resident of northern Colorado, Eryc Eyl is a speaker, coach, and consultant with more than 30 years of experience in making work more human for conglomerates, telecommunications, consumer packaged goods, nonprofit, governmental, and research organizations. Eryc has an... Read More →
Thursday March 13, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm MDT
Prairie Sage 1 1200 Raintree Dr, Fort Collins, CO 80526
 
Founded in FoCo 2025
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