BUSINESS RESOURCES
We’re Ready to Help
Looking for networking opportunities, help with the permitting process, or to learn more about grants with the State? Check out our business resource guide below. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact our Business Development Liaison today, and we’ll find you an answer.
Business Improvement Grant (BIG)
Provides 1:1 matching reimbursements to help local businesses fund improvements that enhance operations, upgrade spaces, and support Parker’s economic growth.
Parker Business Video Spotlights
Offers Parker businesses a free one-hour professional video shoot, including an interview, additional footage, headshots, and photos to spotlight your business.
Town of Parker Community Loan Fund
Provides affordable, flexible loans to Parker small businesses that may not qualify for traditional financing, helping them start or grow.
Colorado Revolving Loan Fund
Offers $5,000–$750,000 loans to support Colorado small and medium-sized businesses with startup and working capital to help create and retain jobs.
Colorado Business ResourceS
Provides resources and forms to help you start, register, and license your business in Colorado.
Parker Economic Development
Connects businesses with local resources, property information, and support to help them succeed in Parker.
P3 - Partnering for Parker's Progress
Provides assistance and resources for businesses located within Parker’s designated urban renewal areas.
Facade and Landscape Improvement Program (FLIP)
Offers up to $6,250 in matching funds for exterior and landscaping improvements within Parker’s Urban Renewal Areas.
Town of Parker Sponsorship opportunities
Provides sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations to partner with the Town of Parker’s special events.
Parker Chamber of Commerce
Offers networking events and opportunities to help businesses connect with other members and customers.
Downtown Parker
Brings together over 60 downtown Parker business owners to collaborate on marketing, exposure, and business growth.
Aurora-South Metro Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Provides consulting, training, and resources to help small businesses grow and succeed.
Arapahoe/Douglas WORKS
Offers no-cost services to help employers recruit, hire, and build a qualified workforce.
Data Library
Provides expert research support, market data, competitive intelligence, and business planning resources for local businesses.
International Trade Readiness for Small Businesses
Offers an online training course to help small businesses access resources and prepare to reach international markets.
Bid Advanced Response Program
Provides a competitive 6-month mentoring program to help minority- and women-owned small businesses win government contracts.
Strategic Fund Job Growth Incentive
Offers performance-based cash incentives over five years to companies creating new permanent jobs through expansion or relocation in Colorado.
Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant
Provides funding to help businesses and nonprofits develop customized job training programs for employees.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT LIAISON
Parker Economic Development wants to make sure working with the Town of Parker and through town processes is smooth sailing. Our Business Development Liaison can help. Give us a call when you need assistance:
Navigating Town processes, including the planning process and review process
Coordinating with Town staff
Removing barriers to development
Expansion questions or site searches
Connections to financial resources
Questions on State or local requirements for development
The Business Development Liaison is dedicated to helping businesses in Parker thrive.
Kim Heckber
Business Development Liaison
Parker Economic Development
kheckber@parkerco.gov
303.841.0353
