Funding and Support from the State of Colorado
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) works with statewide partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. Under the leadership of Governor Jared Polis, OEDIT strives to advance the state’s economy through financial and technical assistance in support of local and regional economic development activities throughout Colorado.
OEDIT assists in:
- Building a strong public-private approach on a statewide basis for economic development activities
- Monitoring economic conditions throughout the state and strengthening regional economies
- Supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses
- Increasing quality job creation by expanding and attracting businesses
- Maintaining Colorado’s diverse economic base by retaining existing jobs through responsive programs and a supportive business climate
- Positioning Colorado as a global leader in key industries, such as tourism, aerospace, bioscience and renewable energy
- Assisting the state’s economy, while preserving quality of life
Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade
Dana Bakshani
Bioscience Industry Manager
Dana Bakshani is the Bioscience Industry Manager at the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), where she focuses on business recruitment, retention, and expansion. She guides businesses navigating program and funding opportunities, such as state incentives, to accelerate their development and success in Colorado. Dana works in close collaboration with partners across the state to strengthen the bioscience sector and drive impactful progress in the industry.
Companies Considering Colorado
State Support for Relocation and Expansion
Business Incentives: Colorado offers a number of tax credits, cash incentives, and job training programs to fuel your business growth and expansion
Job Growth Incentive Tax Credit
Location Neutral Employment Incentive
Strategic Fund Job Growth Incentive
Skill Advance Colorado Job Training Grant
Companies and Investors Located in Colorado
Non-Dilutive Funding for Development and Commercialization
Advanced Industries Early Stage Capital and Retention Grant: Application open July – September and January – March
International Expansion and Business Development
Advanced Industries Export Grant: Rolling application open July – June, or until funds are exhausted
Advanced Industries Global Consultant Network: Rolling application open July – June, or until funds are exhausted
State Trade Expansion Program: Rolling application open October – August, or until funds are exhausted
Trade Shows: Various applications open and due in the fall
Investment in Life Sciences Companies
Advanced Industry Investment Tax Credit: Rolling application open January – December, or until credits are exhausted
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