Denver Startup Week 2024 Celebrates Mile High Success and Innovation

Denver Startup Week (DSW), the largest free entrepreneurial event of its kind in the Front Range region, has concluded, marking a successful year with over 12,000 attendees participating in over 230 sessions over a week. This year's event was a powerhouse of innovation, focusing on key themes that are shaping the future of business and technology in the Mile High City and beyond. In coordination with Denver Startup Week, the Downtown Denver Partnership also released its 2024 Startup Report.“Here in Denver- even beyond the “startup scene” – we have a culture that is authentically entrepreneurial and innovative,” said Kourtny Garrett, President and CEO of the Downtown Denver Partnership. “The successful attendance record of over 12,000 people at this year's Denver Startup Week is a clear indication of our city's authentically entrepreneurial and innovative culture. It showcases Denver's welcoming spirit to all those who want to make an impact, regardless of whether they were raised in Colorado or newcomers."The 2024 edition brought together visionaries and companies at the forefront of Denver's thriving startup ecosystem. Attendees had the opportunity to learn from and engage with leaders from groundbreaking companies such as Sondermind, Havenly, Guild, Ibotta, Quantum Metrics, Techstars, Honor, Boom Supersonic, Magic School AI, Soona, and Wiz Cyber Security, among others."Since DSW's inception in 2012, we've seen a remarkable doubling in the number of tech startups founded in Denver,” said Ben Deda, Co-Founder of Denver Startup Week. “This year's success underscores the critical role DSW plays in attracting startups and tech companies while strengthening our city's entrepreneurial network."A key focus of this year's event was the rise of quantum computing and artificial intelligence, exploring how these cutting-edge technologies are reshaping industries and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs. Venture capital leaders shared invaluable insights on accessing capital in today's economic climate, providing entrepreneurs with strategies to fuel their growth and success."In this time of rapid technological evolution, particularly in AI and Quantum Computing, Colorado has positioned itself as a competitive market,” said Erik Mitisek, Co-Founder of Denver Startup Week. “As these technologies reshape how we approach our challenges across domains, our curated sessions demonstrated the community’s eagerness to understand and leverage these transformative technologies."True to its community-led roots, Denver Startup Week featured 175 events organized by and for the local entrepreneurial community. These sessions provided practical knowledge on creating, growing, and operating businesses in today's dynamic environment."The overwhelming success of this year's Denver Startup Week is a testament to the vibrant and collaborative spirit of our city's entrepreneurial community," said Tami Door, Co-Founder of Denver Startup Week. "With record-breaking attendance and engagement post pandemic, we've not only showcased Denver's innovative expertise but also fostered an environment of learning, inspiration and connection that will drive the future of business in our region."Denver Startup Week 2024 was presented by Amazon, with support from Capitol One Café and Downtown Denver Partnership. The overwhelming success of this year's event has further cemented Denver's reputation as a leading destination for startups and entrepreneurs.For more information about Denver Startup Week and its impact, visit www.denverstartupweek.org.