In recent years, Colorado’s life science and biotechnology sectors have demonstrated
remarkable growth, expanding to over 2,500 bioscience related companies and bringing
$1.6 billion in startup funding to the state in 2023. However, despite this progress, there
remains a high barrier to entry driven by high operational costs associated with setting up
and maintaining laboratory space and limited access to sophisticated equipment.
Poised to address this issue, a groundbreaking solution is underway in the heart of Colorado. Founded by Dr. Afshin Safavi, the Colorado Health Tech Centers (CHTC) are campuses across Colorado offering physical space and customized resources to businesses expanding
their operations to Colorado, from budding start-ups to established multinational corporations.
Why CHTC?
CHTC is tailored to meet the needs of the life science and biotechnology ecosystem and addresses several bottlenecks for companies looking to innovate and expand in
Colorado. CHTC offers flexible terms and sizing to allow companies to scale their operations effectively, and partially equipped laboratories to streamline the laboratory set up process. The CHTC team is committed to creating a Bureaucracy Free Zone, offering rapid support and unparalleled expertise regarding technical specifications required to set up laboratory space. Each campus will encompass a diverse array of companies, including medical research, biotechnology, medical devices, and animal health solutions, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and spurring innovation.
In the next decade, CHTC will expand to 1 million square feet of space spanning 10 campuses located from Colorado Springs to Fort Collins.
Why Colorado?
Companies expanding to Colorado will experience the many benefits the state has to offer:
Talent. Colorado boasts a vibrant and unparalleled talent pool, drawing from its 140 university research centers and 34 federal laboratories, which include The University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado State University.
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