Join Verizon’s Josh Miller for a discussion with Kristi Shaffer, Executive Vice President of Junior Achievement – Rocky Mountain, Inc. Kristi and her team work tirelessly to equip kids with the tools they need to achieve future success. Her programming includes training on career success, self sufficiency, and developing a comprehensive financial acumen. Listen into their conversation, and learn how Kristi and her team are cultivating the next generation of STEM leaders.
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Community Partnership Chat: Latinas First Foundation
In this installment of Community Partnership Chats, Verizon’s Josh Miller sat down with Dr. Judi Díaz Bonacquisti, Executive Director of Latinas First Foundation, to discuss the incredible work her organization has done in fostering success for Colorado Latinas. By developing strong connections in the community and providing inspiration and support throughout every step of Colorado Latinas’ educational journeys, Latinas First provides the resources and support to allow each individual reach their highest potential. Watch the video to learn more!
Empowering LGBTQ+ Youth: The Power of Community Engagement
In celebration of Pride Month 2022, Verizon’s State Government Affairs and PRISM, Verizon’s LGBTQ Employee Resource Group convened a national conversation with community partners working to empower and support LGBTQ+ youth across the country. Guest speakers from the Boston Alliance of LGBTQ Youth (BAGLY), Supporting and Mentoring Youth Advocates and Leaders (SMYAL), The Center on Colfax, and the LYRIC Center for LGBTQQ Youth shared their insights and how their organizations are taking action to protect and advocate for young people. Check out the full event video below!
Community Partnership Chat: Amp The Cause
Join Verizon’s Josh Miller as he chats with Julia Simmons, President of Amp The Cause–a Denver based nonprofit supporting around 55 other local nonprofits by raising funds, awareness, and volunteerism. Julia and Josh discussed how Amp the Cause is using technology to improve the lives of families through entertainment, annual events and community service. Watch the video to learn more!
Colorado Sun: What happened when a bright star in Denver’s startup scene started to fade
Nanno’s plan was to build the best babysitting app around. But as a female-founded, consumer tech business heading into a global pandemic, that changed.
Built in Colorado: These 5 Colorado Tech Companies Raised April’s Largest Funding Rounds
Colorado businesses pulled in many funding rounds last month supporting initiatives across different sects of tech. In April, five tech companies raised a combined $561 million — significantly more than the $74.5 million gained in March. Keep reading to find out how these brands will use their latest investments.
Colorado Inno: Lift Zones fill voids in internet, education in the Colorado community
The digital divide is more apparent than ever, especially in low-income communities. In fact, according to Pew Research, 59% of parents with lower incomes who had children in schools that were remote due to the pandemic, said their children would likely face at least one of three digital obstacles to their schooling. Obstacles include a lack of reliable internet at home, no computer at home or needing to use a smartphone to complete schoolwork. This means that in those households, students were not likely to be able to keep up with their peers.
Yahoo Finance: Rockies Venture Club Offers HyperAccelerator Program to Colorado Entrepreneurs in Advanced Industries
In a move that will accelerate the funding knowledge and business-building skills of Colorado startups, Rockies Venture Club today announced it is offering its HyperAcceleratorⓇ program at no cost to Colorado-based entrepreneurs developing companies in the state’s seven Advanced Industries. These industries include advanced manufacturing, aerospace, bioscience, electronics, energy and natural resources, infrastructure engineering, and technology and information.
Colorado Inno: California tech company to expand Denver workforce
California-based software company Freshworks is growing its presence in the Denver area, with plans to expand its local workforce by about 50% this year.
Built in Colorado: Vivian Health Raised $60M, Cin7 Partnered With Intuit, and More CO Tech News
The Colorado tech scene was buzzing last week, as local companies raised capital, moved to bigger offices and supported underrepresented founders with a new pre-seed fund. Keep reading to learn more about the local tech news you may have missed. This is the Built In Colorado weekly refresh.
