DoorDash and Hispanic Restaurant Association Join Forces to Empower Denver Small Businesses
The Hispanic Restaurant Association™ (HRA) is proud to announce a new partnership with DoorDash to bring valuable resources, education, and support directly to Denver-area small business owners through the upcoming DoorDash & Hispanic Restaurant Association Local Business Workshop.
Scheduled for July 28, 2026, this free one-day workshop is designed to help independently owned businesses navigate today's challenges while discovering new opportunities for growth, efficiency, and community support.
Supporting the Backbone of Local Communities
Small businesses are the heart of every community, yet many owners find themselves spending countless hours dealing with paperwork, permitting requirements, operational challenges, and the constant pressure of staying competitive in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
This workshop was created to help entrepreneurs cut through those obstacles by providing practical tools, expert guidance, and direct access to organizations committed to helping local businesses succeed.
What Participants Will Learn
Attendees will gain hands-on knowledge in several key areas that can immediately benefit their businesses, including:
AI-Powered Business Tools
Learn how artificial intelligence can help streamline operations, improve productivity, reduce administrative burdens, and save valuable time.
DoorDash Platform & Advertising Solutions
Discover how to maximize the DoorDash platform, improve order management, increase visibility, and reach new customers through targeted advertising tools.
Operational Efficiency Strategies
Explore practical approaches to reducing friction in day-to-day operations, permitting processes, and administrative tasks.
Business Resource Connections
Meet organizations that provide assistance with financing, legal guidance, marketing, permitting, and other essential business services.
Entrepreneur Networking
Connect with fellow small business owners facing similar challenges and opportunities while building relationships that can support future growth.
Building an Ecosystem of Support
The workshop represents a collaboration between several organizations dedicated to strengthening local businesses:
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The Hispanic Restaurant Association™, which continues its mission of educating, elevating, and supporting the Hispanic culinary and hospitality community through training, events, and workforce development initiatives.
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DoorDash, through its Accelerator for Local Businesses and Unlocking Main Street initiatives, which have supported hundreds of small businesses nationwide.
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The City of Denver, whose involvement demonstrates a commitment to helping entrepreneurs thrive through collaboration between government, industry, and community leaders.
Together, these organizations are creating an ecosystem where local businesses can access the tools, resources, and connections they need to succeed.
Who Can Attend?
The workshop is open to qualifying Denver-area small businesses that:
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Are independently owned and operated
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Maintain a brick-and-mortar location
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Operate three or fewer locations
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Are based in the Denver area
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Represent any industry sector, although restaurant and hospitality businesses are strongly encouraged to participate
Event Details
DoorDash & Hispanic Restaurant Association Local Business Workshop
Date: July 28, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MDT
Location: MSU Denver School of Hospitality
Tivoli Student Union, Room 305
1201 5th Street, Denver, CO 80204
Cost: Free
Registration is open through June 26, 2026, and attendance is limited.
Register here > https://about.doordash.com/en-us/impact/business-workshop
Investing in the Future of Small Business
The Hispanic Restaurant Association™ believes that when local businesses succeed, communities thrive. By connecting entrepreneurs with education, technology, resources, and one another, this workshop aims to create lasting impact far beyond a single day of training.
Whether you operate a restaurant, retail store, service company, or other small business, this workshop offers an opportunity to gain practical knowledge, build valuable relationships, and discover new pathways for growth.
We encourage eligible Denver-area business owners to register early and take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and strengthen their business for the future.