Obviously, the main focus of the Grand Junction Visitor and Convention Bureau (GJVCB) is to attract folks from all over the world to the Grand Valley and all it has to offer in the surrounding area. And while 2012 is stacking up to be a very significant year in terms of conventions and travelers already […]
I must have hit on a good topic last week as it relates to how the State of Colorado underfunds schools in District 51. I still find myself in conversations with folks who feel strongly about Proposition 3B in Mesa County. The overwhelming sentiment in those communications is that we can’t afford to leave our […]
Craig Hall, The Business Times: “We are really seeing a trend with younger students taking an interest in opening their own businesses,” says Dr. Morgan Bridge, Head, Department of Business at Colorado Mesa University,” And it is our goal to have a degree program that will give them the tools to be successful.” While the university […]
We are definitely seeing a trend to entrepreneurism in this economy here in the Grand Valley,” says Jon Maraschin, Executive Director of the Business Incubator Center. “Our classes are full with both new, exploratory entrepreneurs and existing businesses looking for a little help and guidance. We are working with people across a wide range of […]
It is generally believed that economic downturns spur entrepreneurism,” say Tom Sawyer, a principal at RSW Partners in Grand Junction and ‘serial entrepreneur’, “Why? Because economic downturns do spur entrepreneurism.” Sawyer explains that the uptick in activity occurs when significant numbers of people find themselves out of work or under-employed and they respond; and that […]
But please allow me to preempt the upcoming election season by stating emphatically and pointedly what I’m against — any bill, proposal or candidate that advocates raising our taxes. I’m sorry, but I’m at the point where there no longer exists an argument that can possibly sway my thinking as to how society as a […]
Craig Hall, The Business Times: “It really comes down to a simple question,” says Patterson McKinlay of Moody Insurance Agency, “And that is simply whether or not your employees want a 401k plan and will they participate.” Too many employers rush to offer a plan only to find out that just the owners and officers enroll […]
Craig Hall, The Business Times: Whether it is your business, your home or your family, these all fall into the category of something you have invested a lot of time, money and effort into and you should have a plan to protect these investments. “Oddly, it is something that many business owners simply overlook,” says Jamie […]
Craig Hall, The Business Times: Investment in gold and other precious metals is still very active,” say Teresa Mays, owner of Hedge Company in Grand Junction, “But owners should expect a bumpy ride as the world markets remain unsettled.” Mays points to a report she received six months ago stating that gold owners should expect daily […]
Craig Hall, The Business Times: While the real estate market may be considered still going down to some, it is also providing a unique opportunity for others who can now afford to buy their own property at the today’s low prices, and even attracting some first time investors. But the trends in the Grand Valley show […]