Gunnison River Partners (the Members) consists of experienced investors  and seasoned business people from throughout the community. We seek to mentor, support and invest in the most promising young businesses and innovators. Our mission is to help strengthen the Gunnison Valley economy by expanding the economic base and creating better paying jobs.

GRP is a network and point of connection.  Members share insights and expertise with the group at events and cultivate opportunities for presentation to the group.   GRP is not a fund,  each member acts individually or in self organized groups.   

We are connected to a range of public and private partners in the Gunnison Valley and beyond that provide technical assistance and training, including the ICELab, Rady Center, the Tourismand Prosperity Partnership (TAPP) and State OEDIT.

The greater Gunnison Valley is growing and has a rich and diverse set of areas within which potential new businesses can develop. From telecommunications to alternative energy to mountain sport related hardware and software to organic farming, there is a wealth of opportunity. 

By acting as a covener, providing mentorship and access to sources of new capital, GRP is a resource to the emerging businesses in the Gunnison River Valley.