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5 Ways to Protect Your Business from Disruptive Robocalls
As a business owner or entrepreneur, the last thing you want to deal with is disruptive robocalls interrupting your day-to-day operations. Not only can these annoying calls waste your time, but they can also potentially be a security risk for your business. In this article, we’ll discuss 5 effective ways to protect your busine[...]
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[...]
How 4 Different Industries Use Social Media Data Mining — and How You Can Too
With so much information available on platforms like X, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, social media data has become a crucial asset for companies that aim to stay relevant in today’s rapidly evolving market. Social media data mining helps in discovering trends and patterns and deducing actionable insights that help bran[...]
Beyond the Headlines: A Factual Perspective on Regional Banking
We are two months into 2024, and instead of looking ahead and maintaining positive momentum from a strong Q4 2023 performance, I find myself experiencing an unwelcome sense of déjà vu. Regional banks are once again the target of dramatized and often misleading headlines because, for the second time in less than 12 months, in[...]
How Will Stock Markets React to the 2024 Presidential Elections — and What Should Investors Watch for?
With a likely repeat of the 2020 election, I am often asked, “What happens if a particular candidate wins?” In the very short run, it can have a notable impact, like the night Donald Trump won in 2016. The futures market fell precipitously after he was announced the winner, but by the time the markets […]
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[...]
Navigating Financial Harmony: Strategies for Couples to Align on Money Matters
Discussing money can be hard — especially for couples who may not have the same outlook on managing their finances. While the traditional role of men handling household finances is long gone, many women today are still anxious about finances and encouraging financial education could prove beneficial in any relationship. The bi[...]
A Change is Brewing at Phantom Canyon Brewing Company — And Women Are Leading The Charge
While many women across America are actively reshaping the fabric of the U.S. workforce, there are still several industries that remain predominantly male-dominated. Take brewing, for instance. According to a 2021 study, just 11% of all brewers in the U.S. were women. Kat Hess, the new Head Brewer at Phantom Canyon Brewing Co., [...]
Elevating the Economy: The Impact of Tech Startups on Colorado’s Business Ecosystem
Colorado has long been known for its stunning natural landscapes and outdoor recreation opportunities. However, over the past few decades, the state has become a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, particularly in the technology sector. This transformation of Colorado’s business ecosystem can be attributed to the emer[...]
Loud Budgeting: Does the Trend Really Work?
The term “Loud Budgeting” has taken over social media. The concept of loud budgeting means you share how you value spending your money instead of just blindly spending. It doesn’t mean you are restricting yourself, but instead, you are embracing what you value. Loud budgeting is about knowing and voicing how you wa[...]
