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Economy/Politics

Mar 21, 2024

Striking Tech Gold in The Rockies: Fueling Innovation and Talent in Denver and Beyond

Every 72 hours a new tech company stakes its claim and opens its doors in Colorado. This impressive statistic signifies more than a booming economy, it demonstrates that Colorado must […]

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Mar 20, 2024

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 […]

Mar 6, 2024

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 […]

Mar 4, 2024

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, […]

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Feb 27, 2024

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. […]

Feb 23, 2024

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, […]

Feb 13, 2024

3 Trends That Will Shape Business in 2024: Digital Tools, Labor Markets and Strategic Partnerships

2023 was a dynamic year for businesses across all sectors. Artificial intelligence (AI) went from a novel technology to a more widely utilized business productivity tool. Many companies invested additional resources in […]

Feb 7, 2024

Does Biden’s LNG Pause Risk Rockies Natural Gas Revolution?

The Biden Administration’s decision to delay new U.S. liquefied natural gas (LNG) export permit approvals is risking a low-carbon revolution happening in the Rockies, which is positioning us to lower […]

Jan 30, 2024

Can Colorado Avoid the Rising Male Unemployment Rates Across the US?

Even as women enter the workforce at rates never before seen in our country, a disturbing trend is arising among men between the ages of 25-54. A new Common Sense […]

Jan 25, 2024

February 6 Event to Discuss Inaugural Northern Colorado Intersections Report

The Community Foundation of Northern Colorado’s inaugural report, Northern Colorado Intersections: Pursuing Regional Well-Being, is a result of a year’s worth of research, discussions and engagement that discovered what the Northern […]

Jan 15, 2024

What 2023 Taught Us About Investment Strategies, and What to Expect in 2024

2023 is officially behind us, and it is always helpful to look back at what worked throughout the year in order to position your portfolios for another successful trip around […]

Jan 2, 2024

Unlocking America’s Energy Security Begins in the West — Here’s Why

History has shown time and again that rising conflicts in distant lands can negatively impact energy security here at home. Such conflicts can be easy to ignore until they hit […]