
Owners Event
March 12-13, 2027
(Doors open at 8 am each day)
Day 1: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST
Day 2:
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST
2-Day Live Training
Colorado Springs, CO
Logistic Document For Event
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HVAC Business Owners Event by the Contracting Edge
Join industry leaders Gary Elekes and Weldon Long in Colorado Springs for The Contracting Edge's annual HVAC business owners event! Connect with fellow professionals, gain invaluable insights on service management and marketing strategies, and empower your business to thrive. Don't miss this chance to learn from the best and elevate your HVAC game!
Consistency Sells: Mastering the HVAC Sales Process
Hear What Other Contractors Are Saying About Working With Gary and Weldon
Frequently Asked Questions for Contractors
Hotel Suggestions
Hotel Suggestions (all within 10 minute drive to event)
Treat Yourself
The Broadmoor (Weldon’s Favorite) – 1 Lake Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Garden of the Gods Resort – 3320 Mesa Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (a little farther but beautiful)
The Mining Exchange – 8 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Budget-Friendly Options
Element Colorado Springs Downtown – 55 Costilla St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
DoubleTree by Hilton – 1775 E Cheyenne Mountain Blvd, CO 80906
Hampton Inn & Suites – 2910 Geyser Drive, CO 80906
Airport & Transportation
Local Airports
Colorado Springs Airport (COS): ~7 miles (approx. 12-minute drive)
Denver International Airport (DEN): ~90 miles (approx. 1 hour 30 minute drive)
Transportation: Uber or rental car recommended
Parking
Self-Parking: Free on-site parking – However, limited availability — please rideshare if possible
Dress Code
Dress Code: Business Casual
Questions
Questions? For any questions or assistance, contact Krysta (949-370-8106) or krysta@weldonlong.com
Places to See / Things to do
- Garden of the Gods
- Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame
- Olympic Museum
- Pikes Peak
- Seven Falls
- The Broadmoor
- North Cheyenne Cañon Park (for hiking)
- Manitou Springs
- Cave of the Winds (good for families)
- The Incline (for the adventurous one)
Recommended Places to Eat
Casual / Family Friendly
- Rusty Crab Daddy
- Rudy’s BBQ
- White Pie
- Shuga’s
- Streetcar 520
- COATI
- Mother Muffs
Steakhouse / Fine Dining
- Prime 25
- Mackenzies
- Roth’s Sea & Steak
- Del Lago at the Broadmoor
- Four by Brother Luck
- The Rabbit Hole

