Boulder’s entrepreneurial spirit was on full display at Endeavor Colorado’s first annual Summer BBQ, where founders, investors, board members, and ecosystem leaders came together to connect, share ideas, and celebrate the momentum driving Colorado’s scale‑up economy.

The evening brought together leaders from sectors shaping the future — quantum computing, aerospace, AI infrastructure, and edtech — each tackling global challenges from right here in Colorado. Conversations ranged from building the world’s largest aircraft to deploying next‑generation GPUs, advancing quantum breakthroughs, and reimagining education with AI. These exchanges reflected the depth and diversity of innovation happening across our state.

What made the night remarkable wasn’t just the caliber of companies in the backyard — it was the curiosity and generosity in every conversation. Founders swapped hard‑won insights, investors asked thoughtful questions, and experienced operators shared lessons learned from scaling through multiple cycles. It was a snapshot of Colorado’s Give First mentality in action.

Longtime leaders in the Endeavor network, including board members John Street and Robin Thurston, reminded us that building enduring companies is about more than strategy and capital — it’s about staying grounded, connected, and committed to supporting the next wave of entrepreneurs.

At Endeavor, we believe in creating spaces where this kind of exchange can happen naturally. The Summer BBQ was a powerful reminder that when founders, investors, and community leaders come together, the result is more than networking — it’s the foundation for long‑term impact.

As we look ahead to the next wave of Endeavor Entrepreneurs, the energy from this gathering is carrying forward. Colorado’s ecosystem is strong, collaborative, and ready for what’s next — and Endeavor will continue to be where the state’s builders belong.

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