1x1 Business Advisory
Delta Innovation’s new head of advisory services - David Olscamp - is available to help businesses countywide. Advisory services are provided free of charge thanks to the generous support of the City of Delta, Delta County Libraries, and the U.S. Economic Development Administration. Schedule an appointment: davido@cityofdelta.net
Additional Resources
Online tools, networking events, and business resources from our partners and other local organizations.
Online Tools
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Online Courses
After you sign-up for Outgrow Your Garage, you will receive access to all of the courses! Outgrow Your Garage courses include free deliverables that you can use to apply concepts to your business right away! You can sort through the courses by topic.
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Training Videos
SBDC has an entire library of on-demand training videos that you can access anytime! This library is updated regularly with new content. You can sort through the videos by topic.
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Research Tools
All you need is a Delta County library card, and you can access a huge variety of research tools to help you make sound business decisions.
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Online Classes
AVAILABLE WITH LIBRARY CARD. Access over 500 free, online classes on a huge variety of subjects, including business, photoshop, finances, and more!
Loans & Grants
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Grants for Non-profits
ONLY AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARIES. Access up-to-date reliable information for non-profits, including grants, educaiton, legal advice, and events. Contact the library to receive access.
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Region 10
Region 10’s Business Loan Fund (BLF) is a lending source that provides capital to small businesses focusing on expansion, creating and retaining jobs, and benefiting our growing regional economy. For more than 30 years, the BLF assists businesses with their financing needs with loans that typically range from $5,000 to $250,000 with up to 10-year terms.
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Incentives
Connect with One Delta County to learn more about money saving incentive opportunities for the launch and growth of your business!
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Colorado Funding Database
The Startup Colorado Funding Database aims to remedy that problem by providing an inclusive and easily-navigable list of funding options for startups and early-stage businesses in Colorado.
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Energize Colorado
Energize Colorado offers innovative and efficient lending services that are ideal for small businesses. Unlike traditional banks, their unique approach to lending caters to the needs of small businesses in need of support.
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B:Side
100% of the borrowers that B:Side helps under their Direct Lending program are underserved businesses who can't access traditional bank financing. B:Side will assess loan readiness based on the businesses' management, business model, and ideas for growth.
Networking
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Business Beat
The “Business Beat” is a networking group that meets every Wednesday at 8:00a at BMO (Bank of Montreal) in downtown Delta - knock on the back door to get let in. The goal of the group is keep the pulse on the Delta County business community - join us to learn, share, and support each other!
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Delta Women in Business
The “Delta Women in Business” is an event hosted by the Delta Area Chamber of Commerce on the first Wednesday of every month. Follow the Facebook page for details!
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Delta Area Chamber of Commerce
The Delta Area Chamber provides support and resources for businesses throughout Delta County. Subscribe to their online newsletter to stay up to date!
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North Fork Valley Chamber
The North Fork Valley Chamber provides support and resources for businesses in Crawford, Hotchkiss, and Paonia. Subscribe to their online newsletter to stay up to date!
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Grand Mesa Business Guild
The Grand Mesa Business Guild hosts events for the business community to connect and support each other. Sign-up for the online newsletter for updated information!
Workshops
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Business Week
The Delta Innovation Workspace hosts a “Business Week” during the third full week of every month featuring business-focused workshops. Workshops are free and open to the public.
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Region 10 Live Events
Region 10 in collaboration with SBDC hosts live workshops online and in-person giving you the opportunity to engage with the host and ask questions! See the current schedule and register online.
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Statewide Events
StartUp Colorado supports small busiensses throughout Colorado! Visit their website to learn about in-person and virtual events across the state!
Local Marketing
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Delta County Independent
Based in Delta, CO, the Delta County Independent presents an unparalleled advertising opportunity in the heart of Colorado. As the county's leading news source, it offers deep penetration into the local community, reaching a diverse and engaged audience.
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High Country Shopper
The High Country Spotlight & Shopper provides affordable and competitive advertising opportunities for businesses in Delta County. As the county's premier publication for news, events, and engaging stories, HCS boasts a subscription base of more than three times that of any other local publication.
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KVNF Radio
Based in Paonia, CO, KVNF Community Radio broadcasts across 10,000 square miles in Western Colorado carrying the air signal throughout Delta, Montrose, Ouray, and San Miguel counties and into Mesa, Hinsdale, San Juan, Dolores and Gunnison counties.
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Gray Media
Home of KKCO 11 News, KJCT News 8, Telemundo, MeTV, and the CW - we can increase your brand awareness and drive consumers to take action by delivering your message on a variety of high-traffic platforms including: traditional TV, streaming TV, online search, online news, social media, and more!