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SBA announces Colorado Small Business Week Winners
National Small Business Week is a presidential proclamation dating back to 1963; during the week of April 29 through May 3rd, SBA offices across the nation will be honoring small businesses by organizing events and award ceremonies to recognize the impact small businesses have on our nation’s economy and our local communities. T[...]
Navigating the Impact of Tip Inflation: The Rise of Gratuity Expectations in Colorado and Beyond
For all my life, what with all of the various jobs I have had over the decades, for whatever reason I have never had a job where I received tips, or gratuities, as part of my income. I have been around tipping, of course, as I have had many friends over the years who were food servers, or caddies, or any number of service industry[...]
Cyberattacks Are on the Rise, and That Includes Small Businesses. Here’s What You Need to Know
—NEW YORK (AP) — Cyberattacks on businesses are rising, including small businesses. It's a troubling trend because a breach can be very costly and time-consuming if owners don't have a plan to deal with one. According to the Verizon 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report, the median cost per ransomware attack — which feature[...]
GenXYZ Nominees Thrive: Brook Eddy (2013) — Where is She Now?
Everyone was right when they predicted bright futures for these executives, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders. Ten-plus years after ColoradoBiz profiled these Top Young Professionals of Colorado, we revisited several to see where their career paths led them and what they are doing now. Some are with the same companies; others h[...]
GenXYZ Nominees Thrive: Rob Carpenter (2013) — Where is He Now?
Everyone was right when they predicted bright futures for these executives, entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders. Ten-plus years after ColoradoBiz profiled these Top Young Professionals of Colorado, we revisited several to see where their career paths led them and what they are doing now. Some are with the same companies; others h[...]
Metro State Unveils ‘Cannabis Hospitality’ Program
A new certificate program at Metropolitan State University of Denver aims to serve as a catalyst in reviving the state’s reputation as the “Silicon Valley of Cannabis.” READ: Weathering the Storm — How the Colorado Cannabis Industry Can Thrive Amidst Market Disruption MSU Denver will be the first higher-education institutio[...]
Survey: 37% of Professionals Save 5-10 Hours a Week Using Generative AI Tools
Contentful has released the findings from its inaugural Generative AI Professional Usage and Perception Survey, shedding light on the perceptions, attitudes and usage of generative AI among professionals globally. Contentful surveyed 820 people across multiple industries, company sizes and countries in various technical and non-te[...]
Future-Proof Your Company: 5 Key Strategies for Business Success in 2024
The world and the economy never stop evolving, and in 2024, customers expect more than just great products. Recent studies show that over 70% of consumers want to buy from companies that align with their values, especially in health, sustainability and digital innovation. This shows us the importance of understanding what people [...]
Debt-Free Real Estate Investing: Is it Possible, and Should You Strive for It?
While most people buy investment properties with mortgages or other financing, there are plenty of perks to debt-free real estate investing, too. Investors who choose this route won’t typically grow their portfolios as quickly as those who use debt to buy properties. But in exchange, they’ll have the peace of mind of owning thei[...]
Mastering SEO: How to Build a Quality Backlink Profile and Boost Your Website’s Performance
Search engine optimization (SEO) is crucial for online business success. Building a quality backlink profile, which consists of inbound links from other websites, is a key factor in improving search engine rankings and driving organic traffic. The link between backlinks and SEO performance is well-established, with 55% of busine[...]
Right to Repair for Electronic Equipment Bill Passes Committee
DENVER, CO – The Senate Business, Labor & Technology Committee on April 11 passed legislation to establish the right to repair for electronic devices. HB24-1121, sponsored by Senators Nick Hinrichsen, D-Pueblo, and Jeff Bridges, D-Arapahoe County, would extend current right to repair laws to certain electronic equi[...]
Family Owned Companies: Warneke Paper Box
For this issue’s Family-Owned Companies feature – an annual ColoradoBiz staple we’re focusing on family businesses that are at least 50 years old, a fact that, by itself, makes them exceptional: According to a study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the average lifespan of a family-owned business is 24 years. Th[...]
Family Owned Companies: O’Meara Motors
For this issue’s Family-Owned Companies feature – an annual ColoradoBiz staple we’re focusing on family businesses that are at least 50 years old, a fact that, by itself, makes them exceptional: According to a study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the average lifespan of a family-owned business is 24 years. Th[...]
Family Owned Companies: Moody Insurance Agency
For this issue’s Family-Owned Companies feature – an annual ColoradoBiz staple we’re focusing on family businesses that are at least 50 years old, a fact that, by itself, makes them exceptional: According to a study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the average lifespan of a family-owned business is 24 years. Th[...]
Family Owned Companies: Merritt Aluminum Products
For this issue’s Family-Owned Companies feature – an annual ColoradoBiz staple we’re focusing on family businesses that are at least 50 years old, a fact that, by itself, makes them exceptional: According to a study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the average lifespan of a family-owned business is 24 years. Th[...]
Family Owned Companies: Graebel Companies
For this issue’s Family-Owned Companies feature – an annual ColoradoBiz staple we’re focusing on family businesses that are at least 50 years old, a fact that, by itself, makes them exceptional: According to a study by the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, the average lifespan of a family-owned business is 24 years. Th[...]
Mile High Asian Food Week Announces Over 100 Participating Vendors
Organizers are delighted to share the 100+ participating vendors for Mile High Asian Food Week, a week-long celebration of Colorado’s growing Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) culinary scene. Mile High Asian Food Week occurs on April 28-May 4 to kick off AANHPI Heritage Month in May. During th[...]
Exploring the Riches of Colorado’s Wine Country: A Journey Through Vineyards and Vintages
Perched above the Colorado River, surrounded by Palisade’s prized peach orchards, you’ll discover Restoration Vineyards, where co-owners Linda and Gary Brauns grow six varieties of grapes across 10 acres opening to stellar views of the Book Cliffs. Nestled in the vines there’s a winery, tasting room and expansive lawn — the p[...]
Maximizing Tax Strategies for Colorado’s New Entrepreneurs
For first-time small business owners, the thrill of setting up shop often revolves around the tangible aspects of their enterprise: How much inventory to buy, logistics, establishing business banking and securing the right name. Yet, amongst these foundational decisions, many overlook a crucial component of business ownership: tax o[...]
How to Utilize Geotargeting in Advertising Campaigns
You wouldn’t dream of throwing money behind an ad campaign targeted at anyone and everyone roving the web, right? Targeting is a core and necessary part of designing high-performance advertising campaigns, and expert advertisers are adept at understanding the ideal audience for a campaign’s goals and building accordingly. Whi[...]
