The Southwest Colorado Accelerator Program for Entrepreneurs (SCAPE) supports the expansion of job producing companies by providing mentoring and access to funding. After having to pivot due to COVID-19 in 2020, SCAPE was able to mentor, support, and graduate a class virtually through Zoom, while also hosting its Annual Startup Showcase online. Due in part because of it’s remote sessions, SCAPE is able to further support companies across the four corners including its new territory in Northern New Mexico. 

This marks the 8th class to go through the accelerator program. “We are so inspired by the interest in entrepreneurship right now and were blown away with 50 applications across the four corners.” said SCAPE Executive Director, Elizabeth Marsh. “It's clear to us that now more than ever entrepreneurs need support in shining a light on their big idea. We look forward to working with this new class and supporting our applicants through our networks.”

Meet the new 2021 SCAPE Class:

Eclipse DOT (Durango, CO) - Helps companies that use trucks for their business maintain compliance with federal regulations, provides OSAH and Dot training, and CDL testing. More info: https://eclipse-dot.com/

Rerouted (Relocated from Taos, NM to Durango, CO) - Streamlining the used gear industry with a trusted, online marketplace to help people (and businesses) buy, sell & donate used gear. More info: https://rerouted.co/ 

S.J. Eco Materials (Ridgway, CO) - Eco-friendly materials for hard cases of all types. More info: https://www.sjecomaterials.com/

Analytical Technologies, Inc. (Farmington, NM) - Board Repair services for the Oil & Gas Industry, Micro-Power systems manufacturer including solar charging stations. More info: http://analyticaltechnologiesincorporated.com/

Solvent (Durango, CO) - A Fintech organization providing Banking, Payment & Compliance services. More info: https://www.solvent.io 

Wanderful Wheels (Durango, CO) - Custom campervans handcrafted and specialized to meet their clients needs ranging from weekend warriors to full time vanlifers. More info: https://wanderfulwheels.com

Since SCAPE’s beginning in 2013, it has launched 36 companies which have raised $25,020,000 in capital and contributed to the creation of 152 local jobs. 

The SCAPE program is supported by local investors and mentors, and the Region 9 Economic Development District, the City of Durango, First Southwest Bank, Department of Local and Affairs, and its Northern New Mexico Partners, San Juan College, San Juan County, City of Farmington and Four Corners Economic Development. 

Please browse our website to learn more about the companies, how to get involved, and to stay connected as SCAPE moves through the 2021 program.

Elizabeth Marsh Brittany Cupp

Executive Director Outreach Coordinator

emarsh@goscape.org  brittany@goscape.org

(970) 317-0880 (260) 450-3630