Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce’s Post

We are 2 days away from kicking off Small Business September! A big thank you to our 2024 Small Business September Sponsors! We are grateful for your support of this month-long initiative to honor local businesses that are crucial to the success of our community. #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

We are so proud of our small businesses and the impact they have on our economy, livability and community. Our 2024 Small Business September Event Sponsors feel the same way! Thank you Alpine Bank, Blue Federal Credit Union, Independent Plumbing Services Inc., Jet Marketing, LLC, Kfka Radio, Signarama Fort Collins, and Old Town Computers for recognizing and supporting this month-long celebration! #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

"The Fort Collins Red Wing store was opened in 1987 by Bonnie Johnson. She was a first-generation store owner in her family, but third-generation family member working with Red Wing. Earlier in 2022 she elected to sell to the store to us, the Herr Group! Rob Herr and Bonnie have been friends and worked with each other on various things since the 1990’s as Rob and his Dad have owned the Greeley Red Wing store since 1972. The Herr Group is also now 3 generations and has taken over the legacy Bonnie built." - Jon Slover, Manager at Red Wing Shoes #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

"What motivates us to keep our small business going is our belief that high quality craft beer has the ability to bring people together. We are committed to building community via beer and strive to be a trusted partner for our accounts, provide great beer in a welcoming place in our tasting room, and create an excellent product as sustainably as possible, all while continuing to support and give back to our community." - Tatum Cochran, General Manager of Horse & Dragon Brewing Company LLC #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

Small Business September would not be possible without the support from our Bronze sponsor! Thanks to KRFC 88.9 FM for believing in small businesses and celebrating their successes in our community. #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

"I started my small business on my journey. As a first-generation Chinese immigrant, I have lived all my life in the United States and realized that there were many obstacles to overcome; however, I strive to fulfill all my dreams. As I am forging my dream, I also want to serve others. Unified Workforce’s tagline is that every individual maps their own road to success while Unified Workforce (UWF) is its conduit. We strive to assist members of underrepresented communities to find employment through education and training opportunities. We also help students from all walks of life to seek educational attainment. We also encourage businesses and employers to hire a diverse workforce and retain them through an inclusive work environment and excellent compensation. We look at each individual holistically and guide them by being a coach, mentor, advocate, and cheerleader throughout one year." - Karen Wong-Brown, Founder of Unified Workforce #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

Thank you to Silver Sponsor Townsquare Media for helping uplift Small Business September! Your support helps shine a spotlight on our local businesses making a positive impact in our community! #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

“As our careers have progressed and our company has grown, we’ve had some tremendous colleagues grow alongside us. It is a real privilege to collaborate and work with the outstanding team at NAI Affinity. I’m proud of them - their successes are greater than my own, and our next 20 years will be even better because of the winning attitudes, discipline, and excellence they bring to the table every day.”- Ryan Schaefer, Co-Founder and CEO of NAI Affinity #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

Shout out to Small Business September Silver sponsor OTM! Thank you for supporting this month-long initiative and honoring the businesses that are crucial to the success of our community. #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness

Patti Smith, Founder & Executive Director of @Living Her Legacy, started her nonprofit because: "I had a little idea to recognize women’s accomplishments. This passion comes from 30 years in Career and Technical Education with 12 years in the classroom at FRCC/LC introducing students to the Healthcare Professions and 15 years in the Zonta Club of Fort Collin (International Women’s Advocacy/Service organization ) Today, 10 years later, we have selected 48 notable women to be our Legacy Honorees whose impact is in Fort Collins yet, they have lived all over Northern Colorado. We also have a historic, public outdoor art exhibition site in Old Town with Legacy Honorees portraits in public view, two education programs for girls which are a Girl Leader program for girls 16-19 + teen mom’s and a Role Model art workshop for girls 5th -8th grade." Please visit: www.LivingHerLegacy.org to learn more about their nonprofit mission impact and programs. #FCSmallBiz #SmallBusinessSeptember #SupportSmallBusiness #NoCoLovesSmallBusiness