Bamboo Club: Peer Support for the Whole Entrepreneur
Entrepreneurship can be a lonely journey. It inherently involves breaking away from the norm and doing things differently, often without partners or colleagues. Bamboo Club, a peer network...
Success Stories From Our First Thrive Business Accelerator
In two weeks, we’ll be celebrating the completion of our first-ever Thrive Business Accelerator. Nine entrepreneurs have spent the past eight weeks attending expert-led workshops,...
Volunteer Spotlight: Marc Bernica, Growth Loan Mentor
For entrepreneurs who have successfully launched their business, RMMFI’s larger loan products can serve as a valuable resource for continued growth and development. Thrive Loans, ranging from $500...
Launch Plans and First Year Success
To long-time supporters, the Launch phase of the RMMFI journey might seem synonymous with Business Launch Boot Camp. While that remains our flagship program, we’ve expanded our offerings in...
Announcing RMMFI’s Newest Program Site in the San Luis Valley!
There is untapped potential in communities large and small across Colorado. We know that entrepreneurship can be a driving force in building healthy, thriving economies. We also know that too few...
Volunteer Spotlight: Jon Rossi, Idea Navigator
Every entrepreneur’s path with RMMFI is unique. While Business Idea Lab is the starting point for most, some are in a place where they would benefit more from one-on-one mentorship. These...
Seed Loans to Help Entrepreneurs “Push Go”
RMMFI’s Idea Phase is all about exploration. For some entrepreneurs, a small amount of capital is needed to explore the feasibility of their business idea, which is why we offer Seed Loans...
Helping Entrepreneurs Bet Higher on Themselves
“I can, I will, I am, I did.” Kimberlee Ward shared that mantra in a recent Instagram post for her business, Eternal Balance Candles. EBC has been on a positive trajectory since...
Whole Entrepreneur Resource List
RENT ASSISTANCE Denver Gov Rent, Utility, and Mortgage HelpDenver Gov Resident ResourcesAurora Gov Rental Assistance ProgramColorado Department of Local Affairs Emergency Rental and Mortgage...
5 Steps to Take Now to Prepare for New Stimulus Funding
It looks likely that there will be a new round of stimulus coming in 2021 for small business owners. The exact details and timing are still up in the air, but we want to help make sure you’re...
Stories from the Pivot Accelerator Program
At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we introduced a new Pivot Accelerator Program as part of our Entrepreneur Responsiveness Package. This 8-week program provided 10 RMMFI boot camp graduates...
COVID-19 Resources for Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs
RMMFI wants to support our entrepreneurs as best we can during these challenging times. We know there's a lot of information getting shared, so we've compiled a list of trusted resources to help you...
Mentoring, Microfinance, & a Partnership
A few years ago, Vandy Van Wagener was looking for a new volunteer opportunity, so he did a simple Google search on mentoring and microfinance. These two keywords led Vandy to RMMFI, and a...
Volunteer Highlight: Duncan Shepherd
Meet Duncan Shepherd! Duncan founded an independent oil and gas producing company in 1990 that has survived through many of the sector’s price cycles and crashes over the years. He has been a...
Rochelle Johnson Studio Gallery Opening
RMMFI is proud to announce the grand opening of our Retail Incubator featuring Rochelle Johnson Studio. The Retail Incubator is a special Access to Markets opportunity in our Thrive program, offering...
Volunteer Highlight: Mark Johnson
Meet Mark Johnson! Mark is one of our Business Launch Boot Camp (BLBC) Financial Mentors. With 25 years of experience in entrepreneurship, financial analysis, accounting, business management, and...
RMMFI’s Holiday Pop Up Market
The Rocky Mountain Microfinance Institute is proud to announce the opening of its new holiday market. To learn more, please check out our Retail Space Press...
20 Ways RMMFI Grads Give Back to their Community
It is now November, the time of year when we turn our attention to giving and what it means to give. At its simplest, giving is about letting go of something that is yours. That can be advice or...
20 ways to save money
(click on the links for more information) Budget, budget, budget! Money-tracking apps (think: Mint, BillGuard, or Goodbudget!) Transfer debt to a lower interest credit card Pick the...
20 Free Things To Do Around Denver
(click on the links for more information) First Friday Brewery tours Denver Mint Blue Bear Denver Flea Friday nights at the Clyfford Still Museum Tattered Cover Book Store...
20 Tips For Small Business Owners
1. “If you or your employees clean, or do other manual tasks, buy a bluetooth device and listen to books, TED talks, or motivational speakers. It's a double benefit, getting paid and learning."...
20 Tips for Stress Relief for Entrepreneurs
Starting a small business is anything but relaxing, and creating balance between your business personal lives might be your biggest challenge yet. But never fear: RMMFI is here to support you through...
20 Statements of Encouragement / Advice for Entrepreneurs
Hello everyone! Our first #TwentyTuesdays post to celebrate 20 classes of RMMFI’s Business Launch Boot Camp (BLBC) is full of words of encouragement. Below are 20 statements to inspire you to...
Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute: Boosting Entrepreneurship
For more than eight years, the Rocky Mountain MicroFinance Institute has filled a gap in services to low-income and disadvantaged entrepreneurs in Denver. Under-resourced individuals with an...