By all accounts, Colorado is an ideal environment for start ups and entrepreneurial endeavors. Could it be the spirit of risk-taking and adventure in the hearts of those who dwell on the front range? Or is there simply more support in our state for entrepreneurs? The key, beyond having a marketable idea, is acquiring the capital it takes to get an idea off the ground. Karl Dakin, Innovation Manager and founder of Dakin Capital Investments is an expert on early stage capital and a professional entrepreneur who has helped guide high-tech start ups for 35 years.

It can be a challenge to explain your vision to investors. If your product or concept, is still an idea it's difficult for investors to share your vision. Dakin facilitates the connection between potential investors and start ups, helping them identify common goals and get things moving.

Look into Karl's other organizations to help guide entrepreneurs, including The Resource Group and Seed Capital 2.0 Project.

Tune in for great tips on financing a start up, Saturday at 10:00 AM on KNUS 710 – Please let us know what you think of our program, either by commenting here or on Facebook at Connect & Collaborate with ICOSA or join the discussion on Twitter @ICOSAMagazine.