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MHBA Newsletter - June 08

Submitted by Mickki Langston on Sat, 01/17/2009 - 11:14pm
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June 2008
Greetings!

Summer is finally here - and with it comes backyard barbecues, farmer's markets and lots of outdoor activities. We hope that during your busy summer you'll take the time to slow down a bit and get to know a few of the people doing business in your neighborhood. Our June newsletter, brings you info about upcoming events (including one tonight!), a farmer's market schedule and a few of the resources available to build your business.

Contents:

Three Ways to Build Your Business
Get Fresh Local Food
Meet New Members of MHBA
Upcoming MHBA Events
Get More Involved


Three Ways to Build Your Business
Here are just a few of the resources available to your business through our programs and partnerships: CLF Logo
  1. Get the most out of the local business directory at ColoradoLocalFirst.com Search for local businesses, leave recommendations for others, and ensure that your business' listing is up to date. You can also add the quicksearch box to your organization's web site. This helps you build connections with other local business, and build the value of the directory.
     
  2. One of our newest members, The Business Catapult, connects entrepreneurs with potential investors. Their Benchmark Survey will help you examine whether your new business is ready to be funded by investors, and prepare you to submit an investment summary for review by potential investors. Even if you're not yet prepared to seek investment, this in-depth and free survey is a great way to get another perspective on the development of your business.
     
  3. Attend the next MHBA marketing workshop on Wednesday, July 2. We've adjusted our format to allow for greater participation, and the workshop is now split into two two-hour morning sessions a week apart. Why should you attend? Because building your customer base is vital to a healthy, sustainable business, and because you can't afford to waste your time and money on marketing strategies that don't work. Registration for the next workshop closes tomorrow. Space is limited, so reserve your seat now.


Get Fresh Local Foodfarmer's market
There is no better time to enjoy seasonal, fresh local food than the summer. Did you know that we have ten times as many conversations at a farmer's market than at a grocery store? This is the stuff that builds community. Not only do we get fresher food while using less energy, but we directly support the women and men who dig in the dirt to provide something so important.

We recommend finding your tasty treats and staples at one of the area's farmer's markets:




Wednesdays
Aspen Grove 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr. 11:00a-3:00p 303-887-FARM
Cherry Creek N. Cherry Creek Dr.
& University		 9:00a-1:00p 303-442-1837
Saturdays
Cherry Creek N. Cherry Creek Dr.
& University		 9:00a-1:00p 303-442-1837
Elitch Theatre W. 38th Ave & Tennyson 8:00a-1:00p 303-232-2935
Golden Golden Library on 10th St. 8:00a-1:00p 720-309-3372
Lonetree Yosemite & Maximus 8:00a-1:00p  
Southwest Plaza Wadsworth & Bowles 8:00a-2:00p 303-887-FARM
Sundays
City Park Esplanade Colfax & City Park Esplanade 9:00a-1:00p 303-442-1837
Highlands Ranch Btw. Lucent Blvd & Broadway
off Highlands Ranch Pkwy		 10:00a-2:00p 303-887-FARM
Old South Pearl St. 1500 block of Old South Pearl St. 9:00a-1:00p  
Parker Mainstreet Center in Downtown 8:00a-1:00p  
Stapleton Founders' Green at
29th Ave & Quebec		 8:30a-12:20p 303-442-1837


Meet New MHBA Members
Get to know just a few of our newest business members! Links will direct you to their Colorado Local First directory listing, where you can leave a review!

Coda Coffee - Local coffee roaster selling wholesale custom coffee and coffee products Mountain Valley Canning Co. - A local canning company preserving high quality produce from Colorado farmers
Green With Envy Interior Decorating - Green interior design services Vine St. Pub - Spacious brew house in Uptown neighborhood offering lots of locally-produced brews and a large menu
INDYINK - Screen printing apparel and design and one-of-a-kind t-shirts by local artists Windows Dressed Up - Custom window treatment design, manufacturing and installation for your home


Upcoming MHBA Events
We hope to see you at one of these upcoming events.

Denver Green Drinks
Denver Green Drinks is a social event for professionals in the Green Design Industry. Hosted at the Double Daughter's Salotto at 1632 Market St., this month's Green Drinks event on the 26th (today!) will feature the Mile High Business Alliance and our Colorado Local First Campaign. Find out more on their web site and we hope to see you there.


Creating a Buzz Marketing Workshop
Wednesday July 2nd and Wednesday July 9th
8:30 - 10:30 am (refreshments provided)
1290 Williams St. in Denver
Members: $75 Non-Members: $175 Register Now!


Inventing Business Series
Please join us for the upcoming Inventing Business Series, an open event that brings together business owners and community members for engaging dialogue about the dynamics between business and community.

The open space format of the event allows participants to create their own session topics and start a conversation about what you're passionate about or a problem your facing. This is an excellent way to connect with other local business owners and get help with the challenges facing your business.

Here are the details:
Inventing Business Series
Wednesday, July 9th
5:30 - 8:30 pm (refreshments provided)
1290 Williams St. in Denver (view a map and parking info)
Register for the event now!

One last request about the Inventing Business Series: please bring at least one or two friends with you. These events are amazing, and especially good when we have lots of participation.


Get More Involved
Love local business? Want to join us in building a more robust local economy? We have lots of ways to get connected to our members and help us accomplish our mission to build better community through better business. Here are just a few:

About the Mile High Business Alliance
We're a network of local businesses who are working together to raise awareness of the impact of local business on our community and working together to create a more viable, more sustainable local economy. Started in the fall of 2007, we are already over 75 members strong. Our offices are located in Cheeseman Park, at 1290 Williams St. Learn more about our organization and programs on our web site. We offer special thanks to our Founding Members, who include:
Cafe Europa Twist & Shout City of Denver
Community Banks of Colorado Tattered Cover 5 Green Boxes
Meininger Fine Art Supplies The Geek Gene Mike's Camera

I hope this finds you well and I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events!

~ In community,
Mickki

Thanks to our Founding Members

Twist & Shout Tattered Cover Book Store The Geek Gene Local Flavor Marketing Grow Denver
Cafe Europa Community Banks of Colorado Mike's Camera 5 Green Boxes Meininger Art Supply
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