San Juan Development recognizes the need for business education and consulting in our small community. We offer workshops and one-on-one consulting focused on various areas, including starting a business, business plan development, marketing strategy, registration and licensing, financing preparation, and more.
SJDA is partnered with the Small Business Development Center in Durango, CO, to create regular programming for our business community throughout the year in Silverton.
These offerings are typically available at low or no cost to residents and business owners in the area.
All workshops and one-on-one consulting sessions can be found on our Calendar.
Third Annual Silverton Business Summit
Hosted by San Juan Development
“Strengthening Camaraderie & Collaboration in Small Business Communities”
April 29th, 2026 12pm doors, 12:30 pm-5:00 pm at Kendall Mountain Recreation Lodge
Join us for the Third Annual Silverton Business Summit, a must-attend event for local entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders. Hosted by San Juan Development, this free event is designed to provide essential business resources, updates, and strategies to help you set your business up for success in 2026 and beyond.
Event Schedule:
- 12pm Doors Open
- 12:30pm-5:00 pm Speakers & Presentations
- 5:00 pm Dinner provided by the Osteria, Beverages provided by the Town of Silverton
This year’s summit features a dynamic lineup of speakers, including representatives from San Juan Development Association (SJDA), Town of Silverton, Silverton Singletrack Society, Colorado Main Street, and more to be announced.
Don’t miss this chance to connect with local experts and peers.
Dinner is on us- come for the resources, stay for the connections!
Whether you are a first-time business owner, relocating to Silverton, or looking to grow your current business, you can call our office to set up a consulting appoint with our team. We welcome everyone for a conversation, whether your idea is just starting out or you’re ready to take the next steps.
SJDA can connect you to other experts to consult on specific topics at little to no cost. We have great resources available both in our local community and through regional partnerships.
We are committed to supporting local entrepreneurs and businesses with valuable resources and guidance. That’s why we’re excited to offer regularly scheduled quarterly workshops designed to help you grow, diversify, and strengthen your business.
Our quarterly workshop series includes trainings that cover essential topics like QuickBooks Training, Sales Tax Workshops, General Business Practices, Starting Your Own Business, Diversifying Your Business, and Resiliency Planning to ensure you’re prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead. Our workshops are tailored to provide practical tools and expert advice to help you succeed. Join us and take your business to the next level!