Speaker and strategist, Lauren Hug has helped people connect with markets and audiences for 20 years. In 2012 she founded HugSpeak, a community engagement firm that develops participatory communication strategies, empowering vibrant communities in both digital and physical spaces. She is the author of four books. Her newest Digital Grace: Pouring Benevolence into an Outraged World addresses how individuals can transform online spaces into safer, more welcoming places. Her academic credentials include an LL.M. with merit from the University of London, a J.D. with honors from the University of Texas School of Law, and a Bachelor of Journalism and Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from the University of Texa
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Upcoming Workshops
List of upcoming in-person and virtual workshopsWorkshop Tracks
A set course of workshops based on a specific area of needOn-Demand Webinar Library
Library of past live-stream webinarsFree Online Training
Short, interactive videos cover topics to help you start and grow your businessPrograms
COVID-19
Up-to-date information for small businesses affected by the pandemicCOVID-19 & Mental Health
Personal and professional resourcesLEADING EDGE™ for Entrepreneurs
A 9-week business development courseLEADING EDGE™ for Transportation
A 9-week course for the highway design and construction industryLEADING EDGE™ for Childcare Providers
A 6-six week program for childcare providersSBDC TechSource
A program focused on commercialization and cybersecurity educationCyber: CYA
Consulting and training focusing on all aspects of cyber securitySouthern Colorado Mental Health Business Partnership
Help for businesses to identify and build their resiliency#SMALLBIZREALTALK
On-site insight from real, local small businessesShop Small & Local
Resources to support small businesses through pandemic recoveryConnect2DOT
Consulting and training for small businesses in the transportation industryVeterans Program
Consulting and training for veterans and their familiesEastern Plains
Consulting and training for businesses on the eastern plainsPalmer Lakes Business Workshop Series
Training and networking for businesses in Palmer LakeEvents
Small Business Week
June 2-8, 2023Workshops and events designed to educate, celebrate and champion local small businessesVeteran's Small Business Conference
Fall 2023The state's premier training event for veteran entrepreneursSouthern Colorado Construction Forum
Spring 2023An insider look at upcoming construction projects in the area - Small Business Resources
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