Elevations Credit Union named a national Top Workplace by USA Today
USA Today recently announced Elevations Credit Union as a recipient of the national Top Workplaces 2024 award. Elevations ranked as a top employer, outperforming more than 75 percent of similar-sized organizations (500-999 employees). Of approximately 370 total organizations recognized in this category, the credit union is one o[...]
National Car Charging Lands Exclusive Contract for California’s EV Fast-Charging Network
Denver-based National Car Charging announced on Jan.30 it has been awarded an exclusive multi-year charging station procurement contract for non-networked DC fast charging infrastructure with the State of California. NCC is the nation’s largest independent electric vehicle (EV) charging station reseller and installer. Founded [...]
New Owner, New Era for ColoradoBiz
When BridgeTowerMedia announced on Feb. 8 the acquisition of ColoradoBiz, it signaled a bold new direction for the brand that has been the authoritative voice of business statewide since 1973. BridgeTower owns more than 40 media and research brands across the country. The addition of ColoradoBiz to the fold marks its first foray[...]
ColoradoBiz Magazine’s Spring 2024 Issue: Young Professionals of Yesteryear — Where Are They Now?
Back in 2011, ColoradoBiz launched a feature to recognize some of the state’s top young professionals, selected by a panel based on the applicants’ career achievements, community involvement and, in some cases, obstacles overcome. We branded this tribute to 25 standout professionals under 40the “Gen XYZ Awards” in refere[...]
History Colorado Awards More Than $74,000 to County and Municipal-led Preservation Projects
History Colorado’s Certified Local Government (CLG) program has awarded $74,870 for county and municipal government-led historic preservation projects. The three projects funded in this grant round help with the identification and study of historic resources and provide guidelines for meeting the needs of growing communities [...]
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $37.47 Million for Locally-Led Projects That Reconnect Communities in Colorado
Today, President Biden and U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced $37,475,000 for the state of Colorado for projects through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot and Neighborhood Access and Equity discretionary grant programs as part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda. The funding is aimed at reco[...]
Colorado Companies to Watch Celebrates 16 Years of Building a Strong Community of 2nd Stage Companies
Step into the vibrant heart of Colorado’s business realm where dreams transform into reality. This enchanted land, fueled by ambition, resilience and an unyielding drive is where the Colorado Companies to Watch shines its spotlight. Here, we don’t just acknowledge; we celebrate the daring warriors of the business wor[...]
SNÖBAHN Celebrates Grand Opening of 38,000 Square-Foot Indoor Action Sports Training Center in Thornton
SNÖBAHN, a Colorado startup pioneering year-round training for action sports, celebrated the grand opening of its new 38,000-square-foot facility in Thornton with a ribbon-cutting ceremony alongside representatives from the City of Thornton, including Mayor Jan Kulmann. Located at 14200 Lincoln St., this expansion marks a signi[...]
Former FirstBank CEO Announces His Retirement From the Bank After 37 Year Tenure
FirstBank, one of the largest privately held banks in the nation with a focus on “banking for good”, announced Jim Reuter is retiring from FirstBank after seven years as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and 37 years with the organization. The board elected President, Kevin Classen, as the new CEO, and Chief Digital Off[...]
Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) Are Now Allowed to Trade on U.S. Stock Market
The Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) recently voted to allow spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) to trade on U.S. stock exchanges for the first time. Eleven firms — including heavyweights such as BlackRock, Invesco, Fidelity and others — received approval for spot Bitcoin offerings. READ: How to Invest in 202[...]
New Consortium Launches Colorado Hub for Health Impact to Attract Health Innovation Companies to the State
Colorado Hub for Health Impact, a new national economic development campaign elevating Colorado as America’s epicenter for life sciences innovation launches today. The campaign emphasizes Colorado’s leading innovation talent, central location, robust infrastructure, collaborative community, reasonable costs and unmatched qua[...]
Governor Polis, OEDIT Announce 180 Small Business Accelerated Growth Program Grants
Today, Governor Polis and the Office of Economic Development and International Trade’s (OEDIT) Business Support division announced 180 Small Business Accelerated Growth Programs grants to support small businesses in Colorado. Consisting of 113 Access to Capital grants and 67 Digital Marketing grants, these $5,000 awards will h[...]