Entrepreneurship? There’s an app for that

Smart phone users interested in starting or growing a small business can tap a variety of resources offered through a new mobile application from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). “Increasingly, smart phones are the vehicle through which Americans access information. This is certainly true of many entrepreneurs and small business owners, and this new […]

Solar installers earn certification

Mac Lewis and Paul Shelton, engineer and lead installer at Atlasta Solar Center in Grand Junction, have earned certification as photovoltaic system installers. Lewis and Shelton earned certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. Lewis and Shelton had to pass an exam demonstrating competence as installers and knowledge of such subjects as […]

Upcoming conference to connect Coloradans with government leaders

Lisa Mullen is looking forward to attending an upcoming conference that will connect Coloradans with federal government leaders. “This is a great opportunity for me,” said Mullen, the owner of Rocky Mountain Sanitation in Grand Junction. “As a business owner, I feel this is an important step to providing good business practices and procedures.” Mullen […]

Senior loan processor joins mortgage firm

Kristin Coakley has joined Envoy Mortgage branch in Grand Junction as a senior loan processor. Coakley brings to her latest duties nearly 20 years of experience in the industry, first as a closing assistant and more recently as operations manager for a large retail mortgage provider. She’s also worked as a mortgage underwriter. “In combination […]

Television reporter nominated for writing award

Kelly Asmuth, a reporter with KKCO Television in Grand Junction, has been nominated for the Associated Press Television and Radio Association Mark Twain Award. Asmuth was nominated for the award in the news writing category. The awards will be presented at a gala set for June 4 in Anaheim, Calf. Asmuth joined the 11 News […]

Real estate firm announces two staff additions

Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction has announced the addition of Jenny Gonzales and Kevin Walter. Gonzales brings to her new duties 10 years of experience as a commercial interior designer. Walter relocated to the Grand Valley from the East Coast. Bray Real Estate operates offices at 1015 N. Seventh St. in Grand Junction. For […]