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How the Construction Industry is Building a Better Future for Colorado
Colorado’s construction industry is facing a daunting task. The General Assembly’s housing task force estimates that our state will need an additional 325,000 housing units to accommodate new and existing residents over the near term. Fulfilling this mission requires workforce development, technological innovation and smart [...]
Women to Watch 2023 — Bank of America
Everywhere in Colorado, women are leading our business communities to new levels of success. They each have a unique story that has shaped our state through economic, social and enterprising contributions. Yet, at times, these women go unnoticed. ColoradoBiz is here to change that. With 50% of our global workforce women, Bank of[...]
8 Strategies for Weathering Real Estate Market Volatility for Investors
If there is anything certain in real estate investing, it’s this: nothing is guaranteed. One quarter, business is booming and properties are full. The next, the economy is slumping, tenants are fleeing and the bottom line is getting thinner and thinner. Smart investors understand the sometimes-precarious nature of investin[...]
How the Metaverse is Revolutionizing Industries: From Sci-Fi Fantasy to Digital Reality
The metaverse, once considered a distant sci-fi concept, is rapidly becoming a reality in the digital landscape. This interconnected virtual realm, where individuals can interact, socialize and engage in various activities, is poised to revolutionize the way we perceive and experience the internet. In 2023, the metaverse is alre[...]
Maximizing Efficiency, Minimizing Errors: Harnessing AI and Automation in Your Marketing Strategies
If used correctly, AI and automation has the potential to upgrade your marketing strategy. The general perception is that most workers are scared of integrating automation into the workplace. However, public opinion on automation actually indicates the opposite — most employees feel more positively than negatively about the to[...]
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[...]
