The co-owner of a peach and wine grape operation in Palisade has been elected president of a statewide growers association board of directors. Bruce Talbott succeeds Robert Sakata as Colorado Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (CFVGA) board president. “We have a great foundation as an organization that is relatively young,” Talbott said. “I hope we […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times John Marshall expects to draw upon his varied experiences in his latest role as president of Colorado Mesa University. That will include his work in government and politics as well as his service as a vice president at CMU. That also will include his years as a student at the […]
Job growth continues in the United States, although at a slower pace. Nonfarm payrolls increased 266,000 and the unemployment rate edged up a tenth of a point to 6.1 percent in April, according to the latest U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates. What was initially estimated as a gain of 916,000 jobs in March was […]
Ryan Brown has been appointed president of Conklin & Co., a Grand Junction-based real estate business. Todd Conklin, founder and former chief executive officer of the firm, will continue to serve in a leadership role as chairman. Conklin & Co. operates Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties and Coldwell Banker Commercial Prime Properties. “Being part of this […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Robert Bray keeps a close eye on statistics for the Mesa County real estate market. He just has trouble believing what he’s seeing. “I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Bray, chief executive officer of Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. “These numbers are off the chart.” Annette Miller, administrative coordinator […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times John Fay believes the construction industry is overdue for the kind of technological advances that have transformed other industries. His company could lead the way. Fay founded and oversees Låda Cube and an operation that’s developed demountable wall systems that can be quickly assembled and, if needed, disassembled, moved and […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times So what’s next for Grand Valley businesses? While pandemic restrictions on capacity, social distancing and face coverings have eased, some businesses will continue to implement precautions. More employees who were working remotely will return to work, but employers face a changing landscape of laws and regulations. In the face of […]
Frontier Airlines plans to offer flights between Grand Junction and Denver as part of expanded services. “Making it easy and affordable for locals to travel within the state between Denver and Durango and Grand Junction is a big win for Coloradans,” said Barry Biffle, president and chief executive officer of Frontier Airlines. “At the same […]
Grand Junction Subaru donated $17,500 to Colorado Discover Ability, the latest proceeds from the Subaru Share the Love Event. For every new Subaru sold or leased at the dealership between Nov. 19 and Jan 4, Subaru donated $250. “I’m so proud of our team and our customers for making this another successful year for the […]
A Western Colorado company has ramped up production of a device that inhibits the growth of viruses and other microorganisms in evaporative coolers. The increase coincides not only with the onset of warmer summer weather, but also a time when the coronavirus pandemic has made people more cognizant of viruses and air quality. “People are […]