An Overview of the event

COS Rising: Innovation through Ecosystems was a two-day event that took place on August 1-2, 2024 in Colorado Springs. Designed to celebrate and advance the vibrant innovation landscape of Colorado Springs and the RISE grant. This event brought together entrepreneurs, investors, industry leaders, and community members to explore themes of technological advancement, community investment, and the power of interconnected ecosystems. Attendees engaged in insightful panels, attended a shark tank style pitch fest, and networked with key figures driving the region's tech sector.

Event Panel Recap

Ecosystems of Innovation: Building the Foundation for Investment in the Future

Panelists unveiled the formula behind Colorado Springs’ thriving innovation ecosystem! Attendees discovered the power of collaboration and learned how to ignite innovation in their own community!
Stories that Inspire: Technology Rising out of Colorado

Attendees discovered the secrets behind Colorado's thriving tech scene! Our panel of trailblazers, innovators, and unicorns, shared their inspiring stories and revealed how creativity, grit, and community, fuel success.
Veterans Leading the Way: Pivoting from Military Service to Tech Entrepreneurship

Attendees heard firsthand stories from local veterans turned founder/entrepreneur. This panel was designed to resonate with anyone in the startup world as running businesses is all about pivoting and growing into success.
Mindful Innovation and Wellness in Leadership

Panelists shared how mindfulness can level up your leadership, decision-making, and team dynamics! Attendees learned practical tips to innovate with intention and create a thriving company culture.
The Art of Failure: Leveraging Mentorship to Learn from Setbacks to Propel

Attendees joined our fearless panel as they shared how embracing failure can ignite your innovation journey! Attendees discovered the transformative power of mentorship and resilience.

A LOOK BACK ON PITCH FEST

Check out the Pitch Fest Winner Dick Wilkinson at https://prooflabs.space

Attendees witnessed the hottest tech startups in Colorado Springs pitch their game-changing ideas to top judges and investors! We saw the future of innovation unfold and celebrated the city’s booming entrepreneurial spirit!

Judges: David Beneake (Venture Capital Start-Ups), Mackenzie Tamayo (Pikes Peak Media Company), Andy Merritt (ONE Funds)

XI’s Expansion
Grand Opening at Weidner Field!

Thank you to all who celebrated Exponential Impact's growth at the Grand Expansion Opening at Weidner Field! We are so excited for XI's next chapter in tech & community success!