Women-Owned Businesses of Fort Collins

The pandemic challenged small businesses in many ways, but even more, it challenged women in the workforce.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 80% of the 1.1 million people who exited the workforce as a result of the pandemic were women. Recovery insights from McKinsey suggest that pre-pandemic employment levels for women won’t be achieved until 2024.

As a community with 66% of our working population being women ages of 16 and older, it’s imperative for us to support women in the workforce, and show up for women-owned businesses.

A platform for women-owned businesses, For Fort Collins exists to connect these businesses with their community. Supporting our local small businesses will lead to their success and the betterment of our community as a whole.

All Star Cleaning

More than a cleaning company, they’re a community-centric force committed to positive impact. Dive into their story of free cleaning for cancer patients, community support, and a mission to create a kinder, connected community—one space at a time.

Full Expression Dance Collective

In our holiday business spotlight, explore Full Expression Dance Collective—a community dedicated to contemporary dance, prioritizing safety and equity for every performer in an inclusive space.

Tilt

Join us in May for Economic Development Week, a national event to highlight the importance of economic development and its role in building strong, vibrant communities. In this feature, Tilt an HR tech company, with the mission of humanizing the employee leave of absence experience in a meaningful way through a platform-based solution.

Burst Diagnostics

Join us in May for Economic Development Week, a national event to highlight the importance of economic development and its role in building strong, vibrant communities. In this feature, Burst Dx, introducing the future of at-home and point-of-care testing.

GOBI Heat

Jaye Genung founded GOBI Heat to offer high-quality heated apparel that is functional, comfortable, and stylish. Named after the Gobi Desert, GOBI Heat has quickly grown into a fast-growing, woman-owned business that is making waves in the heated apparel industry.

Studio Q Fitness

Be sure to follow Studio Q Fitness on Facebook & Instagram. Owner: Quinha McBride Studio Q has more than 14 coaches who focus on inspiring health and growth in cycling and through boot camps, private training, running clubs and more. You may even have some Studio Q gear in your home: Quinha McBride, owner of Studio Q Fitness, rented out stationary bikes at the height of the pandemic to make sure our community had safe access to the equipment they offer. Studio Q Fitness is located at 2601...

Vintage Marketplace

Vintage Marketplace, founded by Kim Mary, is a bustling marketplace featuring over 80+ vendors and 8,000 square feet of shopping space. With a keen eye for style and function, Vintage Marketplace offers a unique and inspiring shopping experience for visitors.

Konjo Coffee

Looking for a warm beverage this holiday season? Don’t forget Konjo Coffee when you’re supporting local! Konjo, meaning “beautiful, tasty and good” in Amharic, serves traditional Ethiopian coffee and even hosts coffee ceremonies in the mornings during the week!

The Fox Den: No Waste Café & Roastery

We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting Patricia Acheson, owner of The Fox Den: No Waste Café & Roastery. Read our interview with Patricia as she shares her entrepreneurial journey and some tips as a business owner.

Louise Cutler Fine Art Studio – A Culture Preserved (in the Black Experience) Highlight

We’re celebrating Black Business Month by highlighting Louise Cutler Fine Art Studio, a local artist with a featured exhibit at the Museum of Art. Read our interview with Louise as she shares more about her curated exhibition.

PAGEFIFTYFIVE

We’re celebrating Pride Month by highlighting PAGEFIFTYFIVE, a LGBTQ+-owned greeting card, stationery & paper goods company. Read our interview with Owner and Illustrator Melissa Mika as she shares her passion for books, art, and social justice.

Motherlove Herbal Company

In honor of Earth Day this April, we’re highlighting Motherlove Herbal Company, a sustainability-focused business committed to the triple bottom line of supporting the planet and people while doing business. Read our interview with CEO Silencia Cox as she shares what it’s like to be a B Corp company and how she has carried on her mother’s legacy of Motherlove.