Cooperative Ecoystem Cultivation

Worker Cooperative
Peer Network

The Worker Cooperative Peer Network creates spaces for both co-op founders and current worker-owners to build relationships, share knowledge, and strengthen our collective movement for shared ownership. We're growing a more resilient cooperative economy in Metro Denver through structured peer learning and mutual support.

Gatherings & Cafecitos

The Worker Cooperative Peer Network is a vibrant community fostering collaboration among worker cooperatives. Through our bi-monthly gatherings, members share experiences, exchange insights, and build connections within the worker-cooperative ecosystem. We also offer bi-monthly cafecitos that are more informal spaces to build relationships.

The Peer Network is a dynamic gathering space where like-minded individuals can network and contribute to the growth of each other’s businesses. These gatherings offer opportunities to:

Connect with fellow cooperators
Share practical experiences
Build cross-sector relationships
Strengthen our cooperative community

Together, we're building an economy rooted in solidarity, mutual support, and deep community.

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For Business OWners

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One-on-One Mentoring

This offering pairs worker-owners to tackle specific business challenges together. Whether it's marketing strategy, HR practices, or raising capital, these confidential spaces let you test ideas and get honest feedback. Let us know the area of support you receive, and we will do our best to pair you with a mentor who can offer problem solving in a confidential environment.
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Co-op Shadowing

Experience how successful cooperatives operate by observing their governance in action. Attend board meetings, committee sessions, and annual gatherings to learn directly from established co-ops. Through real-world observation, participants gain practical governance insights and direct learning.
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Worker-Owner Discount Card

Cooperation among cooperatives builds our economic power! Once your co-op is fully launched, your worker-owners can receive a discount card, entitling them to discounts and deals from other worker cooperatives. This program strengthens connections between cooperatives while creating mutual economic benefits for worker-owners.

Joining our discount program means you can: