Start-Up Challenge: Down to the Last Dollar
The entrepreneur’s nightmare is the “Down to the Last Dollar” Syndrome. If you are thinking of getting a HUGE new client to buy your product or service be aware of how this “angelic customer” can turn into a King Kong. At one time AOL represented a third of all of Webroot's income. That came to a complete and an abrupt halt. David Moll, CEO of Webroot shares all with entrepreneurs at CU in Boulder. Part 1 of 3 LISTEN 1.2.2006
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Future Challenges: Hyper-Individuality, Wires
The Top Ten Trends for 2006 might surprise you. Thomas Frey, futurist and Executive Director of the DaVinci Institute puts on his visionary hat and talks about the Death of Wires. Among some of his other predictions he hits on such topics as; Simple and Smart Products; Confluence of Influence; The Empire of One (entrepreneurs will love this one); The Age of Hyper-Individuality and more. LISTEN 1.2.2006

CTEK Challenges: Tripod, Collaboration, 90 Days 1.2.2006
Listening in any instance can be tough. Gary Held, spent his first 30 days as President of CTEK meeting with and listening to business, educational, government and association leaders. As CTEK was about to chart new waters, Gary felt he had to get the pulse of the community throughout Colorado and employ “Collaboration” as he says that is what the “C” is in CTEK. LISTEN

Flat Growth Rate for IT Predicted, but There are Solutions
Some people look at negative signs and literally go right into resignation. Su Hawk, President of CSIA referred to a recent Forrester Research report that predicts flat IT spending in 2006-08. Her belief is that one of the purposes of CSIA is to help change those predictions for its members. Sounds like a lofty ideal, but Su shares how CSIA will help make that happen. In addition to the
successful APEX event and DemoGala, they will be holding a number of supportive programs for its members. 12.19.05. LISTEN

5% Growth Rate Forecast as CO Exports Continue to Rise-
Colorado beef and semiconductor exports plagued international trade this past 12 months, but did not stop export figures from increasing. Technology exports represent a major share of the numbers and Canada remains our number one trading partner. Australia, Latin America, India and Mexico are growth leaders for Colorado Exports points out Laurel Alpert, Division Director, International Trade for Colorado. Laurel shares other insights for those exploring International business. 12.19.05 LISTEN

Entrepreneurial Advice in Changing Times for Veterans
Some entrepreneurs are wildly successful and unstoppable while others are failing and resentful observes Brian Vogt, Director of the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade. He was the keynote luncheon speaker at the first annual Small Business Conference for Veterans in Denver. Brian’s advice was right on and would be helpful to anyone building a business. Kelly Manning and Rich Werner of Colorado’s SBDC Network put together a first-class conference. 12.19.05 LISTEN

Here’s Part 2 and Links to New FREE Software 12.19.05
Microsoft invested over $10 million in all-around community support in 2005. In 2006 we will all have chance to see and explore the new products and services being developed this year. Larry and Pat Nelson along with 2400+ people attended an exciting product launch at the Colorado Convention Center. After, they interviewed Rick LaPlante, Microsoft GM of Visual Studio Team System; Tom Sheraden, VP, e-Business Apps for ProLogis and Scott Johnson, MS Regional Technology Officer.LISTEN Part 1 of 2 (Part 2 of 2) LISTEN