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Real Estate EventFeaturedSoCo REIA Cos Chapter August Meetup
Join SoCo REIA for an evening of networking, insight, and real estate investment discussion with professionals from across the Southern Colorado market. Our meetup events are designed to create a strong community for investors and real estate professionals who want to share opportunities, build relationships, and stay informed on strategies that work in today’s market. Discussions may include acquisitions, creative finance, private lending, wholesaling, partnerships, market updates, and other investment-focused topics relevant to both new and seasoned investors. This event is ideal for active and aspiring investors, lenders, realtors, contractors, attorneys, and other service providers who want to be connected to a serious and growing local network. If you are looking to grow your knowledge, expand your relationships, and be part of the SoCo REIA community, we invite you to join us. Time: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO RSVP requested.
Thursday Lunch & LearnThursday Lunch & Learn
Looking for practical ideas you can apply to your business right away? Join us for our Thursday Lunch & Learn, a complimentary online session designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to learn, connect, and walk away with fresh insights. Each week, we explore real business challenges, share simple strategies, and create space for meaningful conversation. Bring your lunch, your questions, and your curiosity — and join us online from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MDT.
FlagshipFeaturedBusiness Connect Summit 2026
Our biggest event of the year — keynotes, deal rooms, and the full network in one place.
Women NetworkingFeaturedWine, Women & Wealth the 3rd Wednesday
Wine, Women & Wealth is a welcoming community where women of all ages, careers, and stages of life come together to connect, learn, and grow. Every woman has a unique story, unique goals, and unique dreams. Wine, Women & Wealth is a place where you can ask questions, gain practical financial knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and be encouraged by a community of women who are learning and growing together. We believe financial knowledge should be accessible, practical, and shared in a supportive environment where every woman feels welcome to learn at her own pace. Each event features practical financial education, engaging conversation, and genuine connections with women who encourage and inspire one another. No matter where you are on your financial journey, you’ll leave with new ideas, valuable resources, and meaningful relationships. Come enjoy a relaxed evening, meet incredible women, gain practical insights, and leave feeling more confident about your financial future. Enjoy wine, refreshments, great conversation, and an inspiring community of women who are committed to learning, growing, and supporting one another.
Thursday Lunch & LearnFeaturedDesigning Work that Scales
Are you growing your business by working more hours — instead of building a structure that can actually scale? Many business owners reach a point where growth starts to feel exhausting. More clients, more tasks, and more opportunities often mean longer days, more decisions, and more pressure on the owner to keep everything moving. But sustainable growth should not require you to constantly trade more time for more results. Join us for Designing Work That Scales, a practical Thursday Lunch & Learn designed to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals understand how to structure business activities so growth does not depend on simply working more hours. During this session, we’ll explore the difference between linear work and scalable work, why some activities expand easily while others require constant personal effort, and how to identify the parts of your business that may be relying too heavily on your time and energy. You’ll also participate in a live reflection exercise to map scalable versus non-scalable work in your own business, with an optional look at systems, leverage, and repeatable processes that can support more sustainable growth. If you are feeling stretched thin, stuck in daily operations, or wondering how to grow without burning out, this session will help you see where structure, systems, and smarter work design can create more room for growth. Join us for our Thursday Lunch & Learn, held 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MDT via Zoom.
Real Estate EventFeaturedPueblo Real Estate Investor Meetup August
Pueblo Real Estate Investor Meetup Hosted by Dwan Petti with SoCo REIA (Southern Colorado Real Estate Investor Association) Join a growing community of investors, wholesalers, lenders, contractors, and flippers who are serious about doing business in Southern Colorado. This meetup is designed to build strong connections, create opportunities, and grow an investor network where deals and learning happen side by side. When: Thursday, August 20, 2026 1:00–2:30PM (and every 3rd Thursday thereafter) Where: Kava Colorado, Pueblo’s laid-back, eclectic, and vibrant kava bar and café Why: To connect with serious dealmakers and expand your network of buyers, sellers, and partners Amazing food and drinks are available to support our host venue, so come hungry, grab a drink, and be part of the momentum. RSVP now to get connected.
Women NetworkingFLEX Third Friday August Meet-up:
FLEX – Women’s Leadership & Entrepreneurial Exchange Join us for FLEX, a community for women who are building businesses, leading in their careers, and intentionally growing both personally and professionally. We meet every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month for meaningful conversations, strategic discussions, and authentic relationship-building with other women in the Colorado Springs community. FLEX is designed to be more than traditional networking. Each gathering creates space for thoughtful discussion, shared experiences, and practical insights that help women grow in leadership, business, and life. Meetings may include guided conversations, interactive discussions, and opportunities to connect with women who value collaboration, growth, and genuine community. Please note: FLEX meetings are women-only gatherings to create a supportive space for women to connect and share openly. Our broader community also hosts regular co-ed networking events that are open to everyone who wants to build connections and collaborate. To stay connected with updates, discussions, and future events, Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Aq7ECzXtQ/?mibextid=wwXIfr We look forward to meeting you and growing together. Meeting Schedule: 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month
Financial EventFive Rings Financial: Money 101
Ready to feel more confident about your financial future while connecting with an inspiring community? Join us for Money 101: with Five Rings Financial, a welcoming financial education event where women of all ages, careers, and stages of life can learn practical money strategies, ask questions, and build meaningful connections. Gain valuable insights to help you make informed decisions about managing money, growing your career or business, supporting your family, and preparing for retirement. Held every fourth Tuesday of the month from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Come connect, learn, and leave feeling more informed, empowered, and confident about your financial journey.
Thursday Lunch & LearnAdjusting Strategy Without Overreacting
Have you ever felt the urge to change your strategy the moment results slow down, customers hesitate, or something does not go as planned? In business, not every challenge means something is broken. Sometimes the smartest move is patience, while other times a real signal may be telling you it is time to adjust. Join us for Adjusting Strategy Without Overreacting, a practical Thursday Lunch & Learn designed to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals make thoughtful decisions without reacting emotionally to short-term challenges. We’ll explore how to separate signals from noise, recognize meaningful patterns, and evaluate when a strategy needs adjustment. If you have been questioning whether to stay the course, pivot, or make changes in your business, this session will help you think more clearly and avoid unnecessary overcorrection. Join us for our Thursday Lunch & Learn, held 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MDT via Zoom.
Business NetworkingFeaturedBack to Business- Tech for Realtors!
Back to Business: Tech for Realtors® Ready to build a real estate business that works better—not just harder? Join us for Back to Business: Tech for Realtors®, a hands-on day of education designed to help real estate professionals implement the technology, systems, and strategies needed to save time, stay organized, attract more clients, and grow with confidence. This practical workshop brings together experienced professionals who will share actionable strategies for improving the way you operate and market your real estate business. You will learn how to strengthen your brand, organize your systems, maximize your CRM, automate client follow-up, use AI more effectively, and identify new business opportunities. ### What You’ll Learn How to build a brand that attracts the right clients How to organize your real estate business into one efficient system How to build and manage a CRM that supports business growth How to create your first automated email or text drip campaign How to use AI for marketing, newsletters, and client follow-up How technology can help uncover farming and business opportunities A working lunch is included, along with dedicated time for networking and connecting with other real estate professionals. Please bring your laptop so you can participate in the hands-on workshop and begin implementing what you learn during the event. Date: Tuesday, Sept 1, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Location: Summit 360 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Lunch is included. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today: Registration: https://form.jotform.com/262078246704156
Real Estate EventFeaturedSoco REIA Colorado Springs September Meetup
Join SoCo REIA for an evening of networking, insight, and real estate investment discussion with professionals from across the Southern Colorado market. Our meetup events are designed to create a strong community for investors and real estate professionals who want to share opportunities, build relationships, and stay informed on strategies that work in today’s market. Discussions may include acquisitions, creative finance, private lending, wholesaling, partnerships, market updates, and other investment-focused topics relevant to both new and seasoned investors. This event is ideal for active and aspiring investors, lenders, realtors, contractors, attorneys, and other service providers who want to be connected to a serious and growing local network. If you are looking to grow your knowledge, expand your relationships, and be part of the SoCo REIA community, we invite you to join us. Time: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO RSVP requested.
Thursday Lunch & LearnPricing With Confidence (without guessing)
Are you pricing your work based on the value you provide — or are you still second-guessing what to charge? Many business owners underprice their offers because they are afraid of losing customers, unsure how to communicate value, or relying on guesswork instead of a clear pricing strategy. Join us for Pricing With Confidence, a practical Thursday Lunch & Learn designed to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals set prices with more clarity, confidence, and intention. We’ll explore the relationship between value and price, the outcomes customers care about most, and how your positioning affects what people are willing to pay. If you have been questioning your rates, discounting too often, or feeling unsure about whether your pricing reflects the quality of your work, this session will help you think more clearly about your value. Join us for our Thursday Lunch & Learn, held 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MDT via Zoom.
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FeaturedReal Estate Event
SoCo REIA Cos Chapter August Meetup
Join SoCo REIA for an evening of networking, insight, and real estate investment discussion with professionals from across the Southern Colorado market. Our meetup events are designed to create a strong community for investors and real estate professionals who want to share opportunities, build relationships, and stay informed on strategies that work in today’s market. Discussions may include acquisitions, creative finance, private lending, wholesaling, partnerships, market updates, and other investment-focused topics relevant to both new and seasoned investors. This event is ideal for active and aspiring investors, lenders, realtors, contractors, attorneys, and other service providers who want to be connected to a serious and growing local network. If you are looking to grow your knowledge, expand your relationships, and be part of the SoCo REIA community, we invite you to join us. Time: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO RSVP requested.
FeaturedFlagship
Business Connect Summit 2026
Our biggest event of the year — keynotes, deal rooms, and the full network in one place.
FeaturedWomen Networking
Wine, Women & Wealth the 3rd Wednesday
Wine, Women & Wealth is a welcoming community where women of all ages, careers, and stages of life come together to connect, learn, and grow. Every woman has a unique story, unique goals, and unique dreams. Wine, Women & Wealth is a place where you can ask questions, gain practical financial knowledge, build meaningful relationships, and be encouraged by a community of women who are learning and growing together. We believe financial knowledge should be accessible, practical, and shared in a supportive environment where every woman feels welcome to learn at her own pace. Each event features practical financial education, engaging conversation, and genuine connections with women who encourage and inspire one another. No matter where you are on your financial journey, you’ll leave with new ideas, valuable resources, and meaningful relationships. Come enjoy a relaxed evening, meet incredible women, gain practical insights, and leave feeling more confident about your financial future. Enjoy wine, refreshments, great conversation, and an inspiring community of women who are committed to learning, growing, and supporting one another.
FeaturedThursday Lunch & Learn
Designing Work that Scales
Are you growing your business by working more hours — instead of building a structure that can actually scale? Many business owners reach a point where growth starts to feel exhausting. More clients, more tasks, and more opportunities often mean longer days, more decisions, and more pressure on the owner to keep everything moving. But sustainable growth should not require you to constantly trade more time for more results. Join us for Designing Work That Scales, a practical Thursday Lunch & Learn designed to help business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals understand how to structure business activities so growth does not depend on simply working more hours. During this session, we’ll explore the difference between linear work and scalable work, why some activities expand easily while others require constant personal effort, and how to identify the parts of your business that may be relying too heavily on your time and energy. You’ll also participate in a live reflection exercise to map scalable versus non-scalable work in your own business, with an optional look at systems, leverage, and repeatable processes that can support more sustainable growth. If you are feeling stretched thin, stuck in daily operations, or wondering how to grow without burning out, this session will help you see where structure, systems, and smarter work design can create more room for growth. Join us for our Thursday Lunch & Learn, held 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM MDT via Zoom.
FeaturedReal Estate Event
Pueblo Real Estate Investor Meetup August
Pueblo Real Estate Investor Meetup Hosted by Dwan Petti with SoCo REIA (Southern Colorado Real Estate Investor Association) Join a growing community of investors, wholesalers, lenders, contractors, and flippers who are serious about doing business in Southern Colorado. This meetup is designed to build strong connections, create opportunities, and grow an investor network where deals and learning happen side by side. When: Thursday, August 20, 2026 1:00–2:30PM (and every 3rd Thursday thereafter) Where: Kava Colorado, Pueblo’s laid-back, eclectic, and vibrant kava bar and café Why: To connect with serious dealmakers and expand your network of buyers, sellers, and partners Amazing food and drinks are available to support our host venue, so come hungry, grab a drink, and be part of the momentum. RSVP now to get connected.
FeaturedBusiness Networking
Back to Business- Tech for Realtors!
Back to Business: Tech for Realtors® Ready to build a real estate business that works better—not just harder? Join us for Back to Business: Tech for Realtors®, a hands-on day of education designed to help real estate professionals implement the technology, systems, and strategies needed to save time, stay organized, attract more clients, and grow with confidence. This practical workshop brings together experienced professionals who will share actionable strategies for improving the way you operate and market your real estate business. You will learn how to strengthen your brand, organize your systems, maximize your CRM, automate client follow-up, use AI more effectively, and identify new business opportunities. ### What You’ll Learn How to build a brand that attracts the right clients How to organize your real estate business into one efficient system How to build and manage a CRM that supports business growth How to create your first automated email or text drip campaign How to use AI for marketing, newsletters, and client follow-up How technology can help uncover farming and business opportunities A working lunch is included, along with dedicated time for networking and connecting with other real estate professionals. Please bring your laptop so you can participate in the hands-on workshop and begin implementing what you learn during the event. Date: Tuesday, Sept 1, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM Location: Summit 360 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Lunch is included. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today: Registration: https://form.jotform.com/262078246704156
FeaturedReal Estate Event
Soco REIA Colorado Springs September Meetup
Join SoCo REIA for an evening of networking, insight, and real estate investment discussion with professionals from across the Southern Colorado market. Our meetup events are designed to create a strong community for investors and real estate professionals who want to share opportunities, build relationships, and stay informed on strategies that work in today’s market. Discussions may include acquisitions, creative finance, private lending, wholesaling, partnerships, market updates, and other investment-focused topics relevant to both new and seasoned investors. This event is ideal for active and aspiring investors, lenders, realtors, contractors, attorneys, and other service providers who want to be connected to a serious and growing local network. If you are looking to grow your knowledge, expand your relationships, and be part of the SoCo REIA community, we invite you to join us. Time: Every 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: 1175 Kelly Johnson Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO RSVP requested.
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