2021 Schedule

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Monday, Oct 4
2:00pm — 3:00pm
Virtual Panel
163 attending

Breaking Down Barriers: 3 Steps to a More Inclusive Ecosystem

Inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystems don't come naturally. As barriers based on race and gender persist and impacts of COVID-19 unfold, creating a united front of support is more important than ever. If you're leading entrepreneurial programs, initiatives or partnerships, this is the session for you. The panel hosted by David Ponraj, CEO & (immigrant) founder of Startup Space, a community entrepreneurship platform, will feature leaders from the Downtown Denver Partnership, Denver Startup Week, and the University of Colorado, and we want to hear your insights to foster an ecosystem that works for everyone.

Panel:
Teresa Densmore, Manager, The Commons on Champa, Downtown Denver Partnership
Olivia Omega, Entrepreneur & Denver Startup Week Founder Track Chair
Stephen Miller, Venture Partners, University of Colorado Boulder
Dianne Myles, Entrepreneur & Denver Startup Week DEI Chair

Moderator:
David Ponraj, CEO & Founder, Startup Space

David Ponraj
DP
Dianne Myles
Stephen Miller
Olivia Omega
Teresa Densmore
TD
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