connect with in-house experts to start, operate, and grow your business
The Business Resource Network (BRN) aims to engage aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners with mentors in order to turn their ideas into reality.
Collaborate Anywhere
The BRN enables entrepreneurs and project builders to collaborate, create, connect, and strategize from anywhere and co-produce with friends in remote settings.
Personalized Mentoring
Registrants fill out a needs-based assessment. This data is dispatched to a point-of-contact who connects them with an in-house expert based on their specific needs.
expand your network
BRN finds the best coaches/mentors and matches them with individuals in the PPSC community seeking to start or grow a business or engage in project-based learning.
It's time, achieve your dreams
Joining the BRN will enable aspiring entrepreneurs to flourish and reach their business goals, no matter how big or small. Our goal is to utilize all the expertise in out Pikes Peak State College community to help each grow and succeed.
Local Network
The BRN provides access to a local network of experts and business partners, all willing to help YOU.
Real People, Real Connections
All mentors are part of the PPSC community, meaning that they'll get to know you and your goals.
Resources
Take advantage of your PPSC student status to get access to funding and grants to help build your business.
Business Resource Network testimonials
Don’t just take our word for it, read what your peers have to say about the Business Resource Network and how we helped them achieve their goals.
“My mentor from the BRN introduced me to meet people I never thought would be creative resources for me. I’ve been able to work with so many inspiring community leaders.” – Mercier Cunningham, Class of 2009, AA in Computer Dance Choreography
“As a BIPOC woman, I never felt like I belonged in the business world. Working with BRN mentors completely changed that and gave me a fantastic support system. I’m so thankful that they allowed me inspire others.” – Katherine Dunham, Class of 2006, AA in Anthropology
“The BRN mentoring services gave me the confidence to totally switch my business direction into something that I was truly passionate about.” – Alwin Nikolais, Class of 1993, AA in Puppeteering
“I had these crazy ideas but no idea on how to bring these to life. The BRN and the mentors walked me step-by-step through the legal and financial processes to bring my company to life and expand beyond the Pikes Peak community.” – Vaslav Nijinsky, Class of 1950, AA in Neoclassical Ballet
Upcoming Events
BRN Network Meet & Greet
Location: Josh & John’s Ice Cream, 329 N. Tejon St.
Date & Time: January 3, 2023, 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Come meet your fellow PPSC entrepreneurs and network with other business owners! This event will allow participants to meet others in the BRN beyond their mentors. This event will also include local business partners and organizations.
Navigating Business Laws Workshop
Location: Centennial Campus Theater, 5675 S. Academy Blvd.
Date & Time: January 28, 2023, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Confused about what your legal obligations are as a small business owner? Come to this workshop to get a crash course on what is required from you to ensure your business is compliant with city, state, and federal rules.
Pitching to and Finding Investors
Location: Creative Commons at the Downtown Campus, 100 W, Pikes Peak Ave.
Date & Time: February 15, 2023, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
This workshop will provide tips, tricks, and guidelines on how to find the right investors and how to put your best foot forward to get their financial support. Learn how to effectively and concisely communicate with a wide range of investors.