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“Underground at the Showcase,” Youth-Produced Official Podcast of the Underground Music Showcase, Announces a Second Season
Season two of “Underground at the Showcase,” the official youth-produced podcast of the Underground Music Showcase (UMS), launches on January 30th on all podcast streaming platforms. Season 2 Highlights: Inside scoop: Hear candid conversations with top local artists who rocked UMS 2023, including Destino, Corsicana, Dand[...]
The Importance of Embracing Experiential Learning in Modern Business
The ability to adapt and evolve has become crucial for helping organizations stay strong and relevant. Traditional models of business management are being challenged by a world where change is the only constant. This dynamic environment requires more than theoretical knowledge; it calls for a practical, hands-on approach to learning.[...]
How to Welcome AI in Your Recruiting Process
We’ve all experienced the endless circles of frustration and stress that have become the norm as we try to resolve day-to-day issues with the help of a bot. AI has arrived, and it’s everywhere, including in recruitment. However, AI is a tool, not the toolbox. It cannot replace humanity. READ: AI in the Workplace — A Roadmap Fo[...]
How Lighting and Color Impacts Your Brand Photography, for Better or Worse
The visual appeal of photographs, encompassing factors such as lighting and color schemes, holds substantial sway over consumers. This underscores the critical importance for small business owners to meticulously consider color and lighting when crafting their branding strategies and visual identities. Maintaining a consistent visual[...]
Working in Colorado’s Professional Sports Industry is Not as Glamorous as You Think
Want a career in the business side of sports? Better stock up on sleep. You’re likely to need it, given the demand for long days, hard work and little respite from the grind even during the off-season. In other words: maybe not so terribly different from your current job. So, a pro-tip: Before you hit “send” on your applicat[...]
Introducing Six New Colorado Business Hall of Fame Inductees
The Colorado Business Hall of Fame will honor six new inductees Feb. 15 at Hyatt Regency Denver, Colorado Convention Center, presented by Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain and the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce. Here are the 2024 honorees: Rose Andom The first person in her family to attend college, Rose Andom earned a Bachelor[...]
CEO of the Year 2023 Finalist: Steve Swinney
Colorado is full of devoted entrepreneurs, business leaders and tech-savvy visionaries who are constantly taking the business world to new heights. It’s no secret that here, at ColoradoBiz, we love the Colorado business community. That’s why, every year, we spotlight the most impressive CEOs throughout our Centennial state and gi[...]
Strapped for Success: The Importance of Corporate Team Building
In the fast-paced and competitive landscape of the corporate world, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration among team members is crucial for success. That has only gotten harder in a remote or hybrid landscape. One effective way to achieve this integration is through well-planned corporate team-building events. These beneficia[...]
CEO of the Year 2023: Kerry Siggins
Some lead by example, others by words. Kerry Siggins, CEO of Durango-based StoneAge Inc., is one of those rare leaders seemingly adept at both: equipped with the perspective of someone who knows what it’s like to hit rock bottom, and with a gift for convincing those around her to reach for their dreams. Siggins, a Colorado Schoo[...]
Good Company: Nicole Sullivan and Her Indie Book Empire
Explore the journey of Nicole Sullivan, founder of BookBar Press and owner of The Bookies, as she discusses navigating the complexities of book banning, the intersection of free speech and diversity in the publishing industry, and the evolution of her literary empire. Nicole Sullivan Founder of BookBar Press; owner of The Bookies; [...]
Andy Filson and the Future of Manufacturing in Colorado (Q&A)
Each year, ColoradoBiz brings together the state’s manufacturers at our Made in Colorado event to celebrate the people and businesses behind some of the state’s most innovative products. This year's event on December 5, 2023 will feature CoorsTek Chief Operations Officer Andy Filson. ColoradoBiz staff sat down with Mr. Filson to [...]
The Messi Effect — How One Player is Drastically Changing the Global Sports Media Industry
We have seen the future of televised sports. It wears No. 10. The jersey belongs to one Lionel Messi, captain for Argentina’s national soccer team and more recently a forward for the Major League Soccer team Inter Miami, where in short order he has become a pink-shirted human highlight reel whose powerhouse left foot routinely[...]
Is the Future of Luxury Sports Suites Less… Luxury? Or Just More Practical?
The Broncos are down by seven against the Texans with just 12 minutes to go, but Russell Wilson and Co. are on the march, staring down a first-and-ten on the opponent’s 22-yard line. On the lookout for a one-on-one matchup, Wilson scans the defense. And then sees it: Wideout Eric Saubert, lined up in the slot position, covered by a[...]
Smarter House Hunting: How AI Is Changing The Homebuying Process in Mayberry, Colorado
Mayberry, a new community in Colorado Springs, might be inspired by the walkable towns of the past, but it’s taking a cutting-edge approach to selling homes through a partnership with OpenHouse.ai, a fast-growing company pioneering AI real estate solutions. The collaboration offers a new level of convenience and personalization fo[...]
Beyond the Basics: 7 Innovative Apps to Help Scale Your Business
Modern businesses must constantly innovate to stay ahead of the curve. The right technological tools can mean the difference between growth and stagnation. As an experienced voice in the business and tech community, I've witnessed the transformative power of apps in scaling operations, enriching customer interactions and refining man[...]
B2B Social Media Marketing: A Strategic Approach for Niche Industries
For many marketing folks, organic social posts are the bane of their job. Company leaders want to see activity, lots of it, and it better be good. But your customers don’t seem to care that much, and it’s hard to get follows and likes. The algorithm keeps changing, and those who do follow the brand often don’t see your posts. I[...]
Balancing Business Ownership: Is Work-Life Balance Possible for Entrepreneurs?
The concept of “work-life balance,” is a frequent talking point in modern culture. Job seekers actively look for employment opportunities at businesses with a positive company culture. They want the opportunity to work hard, but also to enjoy their personal lives. While that may be possible for the average person, it becomes much[...]
How the ‘Coffee Badging’ Trend Is Brewing Trouble for Hybrid Work Models
“Coffee badging” is the latest work trend attracting attention. The practice describes workers who go into the office long enough to drink a coffee so they can technically comply with their employer’s requirement to spend a certain number of days in the office. However, once they finish socializing with coworkers, employees lea[...]
Top Company 2023: Tourism & Hospitality
WINNER Holidaily Brewing Co. Golden, CO Website: holidailybrewing.com https://youtu.be/ptG9oJ_NLps As part of its Top Company application, Holidaily Brewing Co. was asked about its future business goals. “World domination!” the Golden-based brewer boldly responded. “We want to be the leader and obvious choice for gluten-fre[...]
Adapting to the New Norm: Post-Pandemic Work Culture and the Future of Remote Work
New data published by the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City highlights the remaining gap in expectations between employees and employers on remote and hybrid work. In July 2022, employees reported they wanted to work from home about 42% of the time on average, twice as much as employers were offering at that point. Here lies the co[...]
