News Release: 11/19/2024
Christmas Lights Premiere - Don't Miss the Party!Saturday, November 30Join us for opening night of our annual light show. Dancing Light ShowVisits with SantaFirepits and s'moresChiliHot chocolate and ciderChristmas cookiesConifer ChoraleIt's an in-car and outside party! An RSVP is necessary for the in-car party or you can just park in the back and join the outside party out front with no RSVP. Details and reservations online at https://conifercc.org/christmas-2024.html
News Release: Registrations open! Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage~May 1-12, 2025
Curious about going on pilgrimage on the ancient Camino de Santiago in northwestern Spain? Registrations are open for next year's pilgrimage with Wild Wisdom Coaching! Join transformational guides, Maria Rosa Galter and Gin Walker, on an 11-day adventure of the soul from May 1 - 12, 2025. We will journey through the stages of pilgrimage as a rite of passage and explore our own growth edges as we let go of our limiting beliefs in order to give expression to our unique deeply rooted way. Find out more by
Small Business Hiring Made Easy with These Key Legal Tips
Transforming your business structure from an LLC to a corporation opens up new possibilities for growth and advancement. This shift helps your company move beyond its current limitations and align with a structure designed for expansion. It’s a way to redefine your business's trajectory, accessing the advantages a corporation offers while keeping the core mission intact. With this decision, you're laying the groundwork for long-term success and positioning your business for greater opportunities ahead.
Meet the Owners!
Meet the owners! We are Doug and Nora Atkinson and we are the proud owners of Shirley Septic Pumping, LLC: An Elk Canyon Company. About us: We met in 2004 in college and have been adventuring together ever since. After marrying in 2010, we moved from Tennessee to Denver to Dallas to Houston with careers in public education and finance. In 2018, we moved back to our native Colorado to put down roots and start our family. In late 2022, we purchased the septic and portable restroom services from the
Daddy's Homemade was featured on 9 news!!
Daddy's Homemade Syrup was featured on 9 News Denver ! What an honor to be chosen to be able to share our story about how the SBA is helping small businesses like ours! Watch the full story here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B14IteWKtKE
Starting a Restaurant on a Budget
Do you have a passion for sharing great food? How would you like to turn it into a business? If you've been toying with the idea of opening your own restaurant but you’re worried about the costs and risks involved, here are four things the Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce wants you to think about as you develop your concept: Obtaining Funds to Get You Started Opening your own restaurant is a pricey endeavor. Besides rent, utilities, kitchen equipment, and tables and chairs, you’ll also
Finding and Fixing Financial and Operational Weaknesses in Your Small Business
As a business owner, it's important to be aware of any financial or operational weaknesses in your company so that you can take steps to remedy them. Unfortunately, many business owners are either unaware of these weaknesses or are in denial about them. If you want your business to be successful, you need to be honest with yourself and take a long hard look at your company's strengths and weaknesses. Only then will you be able to identify areas that need improvement. Here are some common financial
Small Business Owners, It's Time to Prepare for Holiday Season
The holiday season can be everything to a small business—it can actually make up missed goals from the rest of the year and then some. But to attract holiday shoppers, you need to have a solid plan in place. That means updating your marketing approach, hiring seasonal staff, creating a gift guide, decorating your storefront, and attracting last-minute shoppers. But don't worry—we've got you covered. Read on for everything you need to know about getting your small business ready for the holiday season
Overcoming the Fear of Starting a New Business in Conifer, Colorado
Starting a new business is an exciting time, but it can also be a bit scary. After all, there's a lot riding on your success. But don't let the fear of failure hold you back from achieving your dreams. Here are some tips on how to overcome the fear and make your Conifer area startup a success.Add Up Your Startup Costs One of the first things you'll need to do when starting a new business is calculate your startup costs. This will give you a good idea of how much money you'll need to get your business off