# Event Details - **Event Name**: Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: BEST Foundations Cohort Graduation: Join us for an exciting celebration and networking event!About this EventHonor Our Graduates' JourneyThis graduation celebrates more than completion—it celebrates transformation. Our BEST graduates have invested countless hours developing the business acumen, technical expertise, and professional networks necessary to thrive in Metro Denver's construction market and beyond.You'll witness:Graduates presenting their business capabilities and success storiesReal-world examples of how BEST training translates to marketplace readinessThe diverse talent pool of BIPOC-owned skilled trades businesses positioned to become your trusted partnersRecognition of the partnerships that made this program possible, including Denver Public Schools Office of Business Diversity, OEDIT’s Minority Business Office and so many more.Join us in applauding their dedication and celebrating their bright futures in Colorado's construction industry.Network with Denver area's Most Promising Skilled Trades BusinessesThis isn't just a graduation—it's a matchmaking opportunity designed for YOU.Whether you're a prime contractor, anchor institution, financial institution, or community development organization, the BEST Graduation offers unparalleled access to trained and motivated skilled trades businesses actively seeking partnerships.Networking Highlights Include:Speed-dating style connections with graduates ready to collaborateDirect conversations with businesses specializing in the needed skilled trades areasAccess to diverse skilled trades businesses that understand the needs of various players in the construction industry and are prepared to be a trusted and valued partner.Access to a diverse network of community support partners, including financial institutions, CDFIs, and equity-focused organizationsCome ready to make connections that drive business growth, meet supplier diversity goals, and strengthen our local economy.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Honremos el trayecto de nuestros graduadosEsta graduación celebra más que la finalización de los estudios; sino que también su transformación como profesionales. Nuestros graduados de BEST han invertido innumerables horas en desarrollar habilidades empresariales, experiencia técnica y redes profesionales necesarias para prosperar en el mercado de la construcción de Denver.Sea testigo de:Graduados presentando sus capacidades empresariales y sus historias de éxito. Ejemplos reales de cómo la formación de los talleres de BEST se traduce en preparación para el mercado laboral.La diversa fuente de talento de negocios en oficios profesionales cuyos dueños son minorías y están preparados para convertirse en sus socios de confianza.El reconocimiento de las asociaciones que hicieron posible este programa, incluyendo a las Escuelas Públicas de Denver y su Office of Business Diversity, OEDIT’s Minority Business Office, entre muchas otras. Únase a nosotros para aplaudir la dedicación y celebrar el brillante futuro que estos profesionales ofrecen a la industria de la construcción de Colorado.Prepárese para establecer contactos que impulsen el crecimiento empresarial, cumplan con los objetivos de diversidad de proveedores y fortalezcan nuestra economía local.Establezca contactos profesionales con compañías de oficios más prometedores del área de Denver.No se trata solo de una graduación, sino de una oportunidad de establecer contactos diseñada para USTED.Tanto si es un contratista principal, una institución pública, una institución financiera o una organización de desarrollo comunitario, la graduación del programa Fundamentos de BEST le ofrece acceso a empresas del sector de los oficios profesionales que buscan activamente asociarse.Entre los aspectos más destacados del networking se incluyen:Conexiones al estilo de las citas rápidas con graduados dispuestos a colaborar.Conversaciones directas con empresas especializadas en las áreas de oficios profesionales que usted requiere.Acceso a diversos negocios de oficios profesionales que atienden las necesidades de los distintos protagonistas del sector de la construcción y están preparados para ser socios de confianza y valiosos.Acceso a una red diversa de colaboradores de apoyo a la comunidad, incluyendo instituciones financieras, CDFI y organizaciones centradas en la equidad.Venga preparado para establecer conexiones que impulsen el crecimiento empresarial, cumplan con los objetivos de diversidad de proveedores y fortalezcan la economía local de Denver.Sponsor the Future of Skilled Trades in the Denver Metro AreaAmplify your impact and visibility by becoming a BEST Graduation sponsor!Your sponsorship supports the continued growth of diverse, skilled-trades businesses while positioning your organization as a champion of inclusive economic development.Exclusive Sponsorship Benefits:✨ Prominent recognition on the Center for Community Wealth Building's website✨ Featured placement on CCW's new podcast, reaching thousands of community development professionals✨ Visibility through streaming partnerships✨ On-site branding and speaking opportunities at the graduation event✨ Direct engagement with program graduates and community leaders✨ Customized social media recognitionPosition your organization at the forefront of Denver's inclusive economy movement. Show your commitment to the next generation of skilled trades leaders and connect with the skilled trades talent driving our region's growth.Register TodaySeating is limited for this premiere networking and celebration event.Whether you're attending to celebrate, connect, or sponsor, your presence matters. Together, we're building an inclusive construction ecosystem where skilled trades entrepreneurs thrive, institutions meet their diversity goals, and Denver's economy grows stronger.Questions? Contact Kimberly Bonner at kimberly@communitywealth.org.The BEST Foundations program is a proud initiative of the Center for Community Wealth —fostering an inclusive economy that works for all.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Patrocine el futuro de los oficios profesionales en Denver¡Aumente su impacto y visibilidad convirtiéndose en patrocinador de la graduación del programa BEST!Su patrocinio apoya el crecimiento continuo de diversas empresas de oficios profesionales, a la vez que posiciona a su organización como defensora del desarrollo económico inclusivo.Ventajas exclusivas para patrocinadores:✨ Reconocimiento destacado en el sitio web del Center for Community Wealth Building (CCW).✨ Aparición destacada en el nuevo podcast del CCW, que llega a miles de profesionales del desarrollo comunitario.✨ Visibilidad mediante colaboraciones de streaming.✨ Oportunidades de promoción de su marca y de hablar en el acto de graduación.✨ Interacción directa con los graduados del programa y los líderes comunitarios.✨ Reconocimiento personalizado en las redes sociales.Sitúe a su organización a la vanguardia del movimiento económico inclusivo de Denver. Demuestre su compromiso con la próxima generación de líderes en oficios profesionales y conéctese con el talento profesional que impulsa el crecimiento de nuestra región.¡Regístrese hoy!Las vacantes son limitadas para este evento de networking y celebración.Tanto si asiste para celebrar, conectar o patrocinar, su presencia es importante. Juntos, estamos construyendo un ecosistema de construcción inclusivo en el que prosperan los empresarios de oficios especializados, las instituciones cumplen sus objetivos de diversidad y la economía de Denver se fortalece.¿Tiene alguna pregunta? Póngase en contacto con Kimberly Bonner en kimberly@communitywealth.org. El programa BEST Foundations es una iniciativa del Center for Community Wealth que fomenta una economía inclusiva que funciona para todos. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/37075f80-de52-11f0-a7a7-0db0d17546b6-rimg-w1200-h596-dc000000-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/37379740-de52-11f0-b7a7-13265627b495-rimg-w1200-h254-dc000000-gmir.png - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/denver/celebrating-denver-metros-next-generation-of-skilled-trades-leaders/100001977309111781 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, speed-dating - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Denver - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: 2105 Decatur St - **lat**: 39.7490791 - **long**: -105.0227502 - **full address**: 2105 Decatur St, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/c2b677b09a121263e217a989cf18ffd5cf0b8884bc93067340ced80183259a07-rimg-w1200-h600-dc163a3a-gmir.jpg?v=1766310522 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders being held? - **A:** Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders takes place on Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sat, 21 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 2105 Decatur St, 2105 Decatur Street, Denver, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders? - **A:** Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders is organized by Center for Community Wealth Building. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Celebrating Denver Metro's Next Generation of Skilled Trades Leaders is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Denver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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