Phil Castle, The Business Times Clay Tufly has watched over the course of his life as Grand Junction has grown into what he calls “a community that has a lot more to offer.” More than an observer, though, Tufly says he’s strived to play various roles in that evolution through his banking career and involvement […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Increasing sales and dollar volume made 2017 the best year for the Mesa County real estate market in a decade. But 2018 could prove even better if trends continue. “I don’t see anything changing that,” said Robert Bray, chief executive officer of Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. Annette Miller, […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times The unemployment rate continues to trend upward in Mesa County, but separate statistics reflect improving labor conditions. “Things are looking so much better overall,” said Celina Kirnberger, business services manager at the Mesa County Workforce Center in Grand Junction. According to the latest estimates from the Colorado Department of Labor […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times It’s 1897. William McKinley has begun his first term as president of the United States. A gold rush has lured prospectors to the Klondike region of northwest Canada. And inventor Thomas Edison has received a patent for the kinetoscope. In Grand Junction, two lawyers with entrepreneurial and political ambitions launched a […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Tax collections continue to trend upward in the Grand Valley on increased sales of automobiles and more activity in the energy sector. While business isn’t necessarily booming, a lengthy string of year-over-year increases in collections reflects improving conditions, said Eleanor Thomas, budget manager for Mesa County. “I think the local […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Of all the factors Dr. Brian Davidson considers in evaluating the operation of St. Mary’s Medical Center, patient safety ranks among the most critical. “It’s the most important thing,” Davidson said. “Taking care of people and doing it well is the most important.” That’s why the president of the Grand […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times The outlook for Mesa County remains positive as the unemployment rate declines, the real estate market strengthens and local economy diversifies. Statewide, the pace of employment and population growth likely will slow in 2018. But every major industry sector will continue to add jobs, according to the latest results of […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Eric Payne believes in the benefits of investing in businesses that not only do well, but also do good. While profits remain important, so do the pursuits of firms that make a difference with their services, products and philanthropy. It’s a win-win situation, said Payne, who oversees a Grand Junction […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Chris Clark touts the importance of natural gas production because of its role in sustaining modern life — not only burning gas to generate electricity, but also using gas to make the plastics that go into so many products and fertilizers that grow food. Add to that the contributions of […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times The increasing sales activity that’s made 2017 the best year for real estate in Mesa County since before the recession is expected to continue in 2018. “I don’t see anything in the way,” said Robert Bray, chief executive officer of Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. Annette Miller, senior vice […]