Northern Colorado Economic Forecast
Economic Forecast is one of BizWest’s best-attended and acclaimed events, don’t miss out!
January 15, 2026 at UNC Ballroom in Greeley
Most-Influential Business Leaders
Celebrating the region’s top companies and business leaders.
Date TBD
Northern Colorado Real Estate Summit
Join BizWest and many local real estate experts, providing perspective on mortgage rates, residential trends, and commercial activity. This event is a must-attend for brokers, lenders, investors and other real estate professionals.
April 8, 2026 at Lory Student Center, Colorado State University
Confluence – Colorado Water Summit
The only water conference in the region to examine the economic issues surrounding the scarcity of water affecting the growing numbers of residents of the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado. Confluence will take a deep dive into issues surrounding rising water prices, and will explore the many facets of water availability, cost, conservation, development and supply.
Date April 30, 2026 at Aims Community College in Greeley.
Boulder Valley Middle-Income Housing Summit
Join us for a pivotal event aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing the pressing issues of housing that is affordable to the Boulder Valley’s middle-income workforce. Bringing together stakeholders from the private and public sectors, including real estate developers, government officials, and community members, this event promises a dynamic working session.
Date TBD
Startups to Watch
Information coming soon.
Date TBD
Mercury 100 and IQ Awards
The Mercury 100 list is ranked by percentage revenue growth over a two-year period, with companies divided into five “flights” of 20, with the highest revenue earners in flight one. Those 20 companies are then ranked by their percentage revenue growth over a two-year period. The Mercury 100 Lists are compiled by BizWest’s research department.
BizWest’s IQ Awards honor products and services that have demonstrated a high degree of innovation and strong market potential. Up to seven honorees will be named for innovative products or services, broken down into categories.
Date TBD
Northern Colorado Mid-Year Economic Forum
BizWest’s Mid-Year Economic Forum will convene hundreds of Northern Colorado’s top business leaders, government officials, academicians and entrepreneurs to highlight innovations and changing economic dynamics.
August 4, 2026 at UNC Ballroom in Greeley.
Women of Distinction
Northern Colorado women will be honored for their achievements in business, philanthropic and government organizations. Nomination deadline is June 30, 2026.
Coming in September 2026 – Date TBD
40 Under Forty
40 Under Forty recognizes 40 emerging business leaders under the age of 40 who are making a mark on their communities in the Boulder Valley and Northern Colorado through professional success and volunteer activities. BizWest seeks nominations for programs in both regions.
Date TBD
Northern Colorado Affordable Housing Summit
Join us for a pivotal event aimed at fostering collaboration and innovation in addressing the pressing issues of affordable housing in Northern Colorado. Bringing together stakeholders from the private and public sectors, including real estate developers, government officials, and community members, this event promises a dynamic working session.
Date TBD
Boulder Valley Real Estate Conference
Join BizWest – featuring many local real estate experts, providing perspective on mortgage rates, residential trends, and commercial activity. This event is a must-attend for brokers, lenders, investors and other real estate professionals. Sign up to receive CE Credits, brought to you by BOLO Realtors® (separate registration required).
November 19,2026