For nearly 40 years, the Business Incubator Center (BIC) has helped startups and small businesses in Western Colorado turn ideas into reality.
“Our superpower is building entrepreneurial ecosystems,” said Dalida Sassoon Bollig, CEO of BIC. “We’re more than a workspace or a consulting service—we’re a launchpad for the next generation of business leaders.”
BIC provides free and confidential business advising, affordable office space, workshops, and financial incentives. Each year, it hosts over 80 business classes, assists more than 500 enterprises in Mesa County, and supports 79 businesses on campus.
“It’s an interconnected web of resources designed to support entrepreneurs from their first spark of inspiration to long-term success,” said Sassoon Bollig.
One of its flagship programs is the Leading Edge 12-week business training course, which equips entrepreneurs to launch and grow their businesses.
Partnerships fuel BIC’s success. Alpine Bank has helped fund infrastructure improvements, sponsored the annual Small Business Expo, and provided volunteer financial expertise.
“Community is at the heart of everything we do,” said Tyler Dahl, Alpine Bank Market President for Mesa County.
Friends of the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has supported avalanche forecasting and safety education since 2005. They raise $300,000 annually to fund lifesaving reports and outreach to backcountry users.
“The mountains are a core part of who we are,” said Executive Director Aaron Carlson. “Making sure people have the tools and knowledge to explore them safely drives everything we do.”
Alpine Bank helped secure critical pandemic relief when other banks fell short.
Mountain Recreation has provided inclusive programming and wellness services for over 40 years in the Eagle River Valley.
“We’re all about giving people the chance to live a healthy and happy life,” said Jaime Wilson, marketing and community engagement manager.
Upcoming events include the Eagle Pool reopening and Fiesta Americas on September 14 in Gypsum. Alpine Bank supports Mountain Rec’s mission through program funding and community involvement.
Parent Possible empowers caregivers with research-backed tools and hands-on programs like PAT, HIPPY, and Vroom in Colorado. These initiatives support school readiness and parental confidence statewide.
“When we equip families with the right tools, we see kids who are more prepared for school and parents who feel empowered in their role,” said Lisa Kitchen, development director.
Alpine Bank is a long-standing supporter and sponsor of Parent Possible’s training programs and conference events.
Sporting Chance Initiative helps remove financial barriers for youth sports in Northern Colorado, honoring the legacy of Ben Daily.
“Our goal is to eliminate financial barriers so that every child, regardless of their circumstances, can enjoy the benefits of extracurricular activities,” said Lexie Skeen, Vice President.
Alpine Bank supports the organization by offsetting event costs, ensuring more funds go directly to kids.
WE-cycle, the first rural bikeshare in the U.S., logged over 261,000 rides in 2024 and is expanding to 100 stations. Riders offset over 277,000 miles of vehicle emissions annually.
“Our bikes make transportation easier, more enjoyable, and a great connection to the bus,” said Co-Founder and Executive Director Mirte Mallory.
Alpine Bank supports WE-cycle through sponsorships and the Art in Motion program, promoting community and sustainable transit.
