We are a unique statewide awards program recognizing growing companies that fuel the economic fire of the state.

Colorado’s entrepreneurial community has built itself from scratch.

Built from dreams, sacrifice, sweat, and sheer force.

Built Colorado into an entrepreneurial powerhouse like no other.

That deserves real recognition, support, and community.

All the applications are in! Thanks so much to all of the people who sent in nominations and to the great companies who have applied.

Our Community is Powerful

Colorado is already head-and-shoulders above the rest.
Meet the pioneers that are elevating us even higher.

Winners

Colorado’s most innovative, visionary, job-creating, impactful, and successful 2nd Stage entrepreneurs, actively growing their business and expanding their network.

Celebrating our 14th year
NOW 700+ winning companies
Totaling over $6 billion in revenue
Creating thousands of full-time jobs for Colorado

Corporate Partners

Forward thinking, high-profile corporations, civic businesses and influential media organizations committed to the Colorado ecosystem looking to support and connect with growing 2nd Stage businesses.

Dozens of leading companies in search of strategic partners, acquisitions, and customers
Representing a wide variety of industries
Bringing company leaders to high-impact networking opportunities throughout the year

Partners

Local chambers of commerce, city or county governments, and economic development organizations dedicated to supporting emerging industries in their local communities.

34 Community & Supporting Partners
Connecting Winners to local government officials, business incentives and funding, education programs and more

Volunteers

High-quality professionals interested in connecting with future colleagues, clients, employees, suppliers and friends in business communities throughout the state.

Building relationships with over 600 organizations and 1,000 people
Helping energize Colorado’s economy with passion and dedication
Offering valuable skills and resources for the Colorado entrepreneurial community