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United Airlines & MSU Denver Join Forces to Tackle Pilot Shortage
Metropolitan State University of Denver is partnering with Aviate, United Airline’s pilot career-development program, to combat the nation’s pilot shortage by putting more aspiring aviators in the flight deck. MSU Denver is the only four-year university in Colorado to partner with United’s Aviate program, which offers a s[...]
Navigating the Economic Crossroads: Fed’s 11th Rate Hike and Its Impact on Investments in 2023
To no one’s surprise, the Federal Reserve raised short-term interest rates again during their July meeting. This was their 11th increase since the spring of 2022. As expected, the Fed Funds rate went up 25 basis points, or a quarter of 1 percent. The new rate is 5.25%-5.50%. What remains unclear is whether this is […]
Unleashing the Power of Local Community Engagement: A Guide to Small Business Success
Running a business is all about finding ways to properly engage your customer base. From your products to your marketing, you want everything to be as narrow as possible. The question isn’t “What does it take for a coffee shop to be successful?” It’s “What does it take for this coffee shop in YOUR town […]
Assessing the Value of an MBA for Future Entrepreneurs: A Cost-Benefit Analysis
Entrepreneurship has never been more accessible than it is today. There are so many low-overhead online businesses that entrepreneurs can start, plus more options than ever for connecting with people who want to invest in growing startups. With that said, being a successful entrepreneur is far from easy. In the beginning, most n[...]
Supporting Small Businesses Across Colorado: Polis Administration Awards 40 Digital Marketing Grants
Governor Polis and the Business Support division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) recently announced the 40 recipients of the digital marketing grant that is distributed through the Small Business Accelerated Growth Program. This grant awards small businesses in Colorado $5,000 to he[...]
Is Business Travel Impacting Your Mental Health? Here’s What You Need to Know
Today’s globally connected business world is brimming with work-related travel once again, and that means the subject of mental health impact associated with business travel has become a hot topic in the business world. Even though mental health is often overlooked — it seems the pandemic has impacted how we see and cope[...]
The Techies — Colorado Companies to Watch 2023
This year’s 50 Colorado Companies to Watch winners represent most of the state, with headquarters in at least 20 Colorado cities and operations in 77 locations in the state. They come from seemingly every industry imaginable: aerospace, architecture, engineering, construction, health and wellness, food and beverage, outdoor ge[...]
The Fixers — Colorado Companies to Watch 2023
B-Line Construction Services, Inc. Denver Whether it’s building a custom home or remodeling an existing residence, B-Line Construction Services listens to its clients to ensure it manages the construction process efficiently and delivers a high-quality project. B-Line, a Certified Passive Home contractor, provides full[...]
Maximize Learning and Development Programs in the Workforce: Summertime Strategies for Business Success
During the summer, many companies function with skeleton teams as many employees take PTO. With team members in and out of the office, there is not much need for a large employee training initiative. However, the silver lining of more people out of the office is the opportunity for leadership to evaluate and refine learning [&he[...]
AI-Enabled Real Estate: How Automation is Impacting the Housing Market
Many of us don’t readily recognize the role that AI is playing in real estate. Surprisingly, AI is already shaping nearly every aspect of the real estate market, from the way houses are being designed and constructed, to the real estate investment market. Believe it or not, in some ways it is even being utilized […]
Stand Out From the Crowd: 5 Must-Have Promotional Products for Small Businesses
In today’s competitive market, small businesses often struggle to stand out and attract customers. Promotional products can be powerful in creating brand awareness and fostering customer loyalty. Small business owners can effectively promote their brand by choosing the right items while providing value to their clients. He[...]
How to Generate Qualified Leads for a Small Business: 3 Easy Tips
According to a 2021 HubSpot State of Marketing survey, 50% of small business owners say generating qualified leads is their primary digital marketing goal. But generating leads is a top challenge for 41% of content marketers. So, For the growth of a small business, understanding how to generate qualified leads should be a top pr[...]
