Technology will eliminate some jobs, but create new ones and in the process require that businesses and people adapt, according to futurist who founded a Colorado networking firm and think tank. Thomas Frey described the ways in which technology could affect businesses during a presentation in Denver hosted by Vectra Bank Colorado and the Metro […]
A business executive who also served as a university chancellor will share his experiences during an annual event celebrating entrepreneurship. Daniel Ritchie is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at Entrepreneurship Day events in Grand Junction and Montrose. The Grand Junction event is set for noon April 4 in the Meyer Ballroom of the University […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Angela Padalecki remembers well a trip to Grand Junction and the exhilaration she felt about a new phase in her life and all the possibilities the future held. She recently returned under far different circumstances, but says she felt the same way. “It was the same sense of excitement.” Padalecki […]
An index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to rise, signaling growth through at least the first half of the year. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index increased 1 percent to 108.1 in January. Separate measures of current and past conditions also edged up. “The U.S. LEI accelerated further in January […]
An upcoming event in Grand Junction will offer information about how businesses can identify and address cyber security risks. The free dine and learn event is set for 5:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Factory coworking space at 750 Main St. A light dinner and refreshments will be served. For reservations and more information, visit […]
Kelly Johnston has joined the board of directors of the Freedom & Responsibility Education Enterprise Foundation, an organization that offers resources to teachers and students in Western Colorado to promote the understanding of economics, financial literacy and free enterprise. Johnston brings to the FREE Foundation board experience as a business owner and adjunct accounting professor […]
Kevin Harrison, an insurance professional with Colorado West Insurance in Grand Junction, has been recognized for 30 years of participation in continuing education. The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors recognized Harrison with a certificate. Harrison has maintained his Certified Insurance Counselor designation through the CIC continuing education program. The society represents more than 133,000 participants […]
Jon Nash, Cynthia Castaneda and Mary Kruse were honored as the best-selling agents for the fourth quarter at Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Nash posted the highest dollar volume in sales for the fourth quarter as well as 2017. Castaneda recorded the second highest dollar volume for the fourth quarter, while Kruse finished […]
Jenny Cisneros, an infection prevention specialist at Community Hospital in Grand Junction, has received the Certified in Infection Control designation. The Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology confers the designation to professionals who’ve demonstrated a mastery of infection prevention and control by passing a comprehensive examination. The designation is maintained through a recertification exam […]
Robin Stevens has been elected president of the Hope of the Grand Valley board of directors. “I’m honored the members have selected me as president,” Stevens said. “The Hope of the Grand Valley mission truly speaks to me. It encompasses what I believe our country was founded on — hard work. We are here to […]