Scott Fasken, vice president of Colorado Document Security in Palisade, has been elected president-elect of the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID). Fasken was elected during the national convention of NAID, an international trade association for companies providing information destruction services. Fasken will assume the presidency in 2012, becoming the first person from a rural […]
A monthly measure of consumer confidence has dropped on far less optimistic expectations for business and labor conditions over the next six months. The Conference Board reported that its Consumer Confidence Index fell nearly nine points to 63.4 in March. While consumers’ assessments of current conditions improved, a measure of their short-term outlook tumbled more […]
If Dwayne Romero could wave a magic wand and instantly bring back a vibrant economy to Colorado, he would. As it turns out, the new executive director of the Office of Economic Development and International Trade just happens to have a magic wand, a sparkly one he borrowed from his 5-year-old daughter shortly after he […]
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has endorsed candidates in two of three city council races in the municipal election. In the only contested race, the chamber board endorsed John Ballagh in his bid for election to an at-large seat on the council. Jim Doody, Aaron Norris, Jacob Richards and Joshua […]
“You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” The words of Eleanor Roosevelt undoubtedly sound familiar to the instincts of many Americans who’ve persevered against the economic challenges of the last three years, but perhaps none more so than women entrepreneurs. Roosevelt also wrote, “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience […]
The latest Art for Health exhibit at the Family Health West hospital in Fruita will feature the works of Grand Junction artist Bud Markos. A reception is set for 4:30 to 6 p.m. March 24 in the lobby of the hospital, located at 300 W. Ottley Ave. Family Health West exhibits the works of local […]
Tim Sewell and Linda Mendenhall, both financial advisors with Wells Fargo Advisors in Grand Junction, have been designated members of the company’s Premier Advisors Program. To qualify for the program, advisors must demonstrate high levels of production and commitment to professional service. “Tim and Linda’s inclusion in this program is a testament to their ability […]
Fred Burmeister was the top-selling agent during February and Lori Enriquez and Bobby Ulibarri had the most listings at Heiden Homes Realty and Associates in Grand Junction. Burmeister draws on more than 10 years of experience in real estate. Reach him at 260-5871. Enriquez has worked in the real estate business since 2002. Reach her […]
Michael Roush, an agent with New York Life, has passed his Series 7 general securities examination. Roush works with Grand Valley clients to help them with life insurance protection, wealth accumulation and retirement strategies. For more information, reach Roush through the Internet website located at www.MichaelRoush.net.
Mac Cunningham has joined Major Mortgage in Grand Junction as a mortgage originator and market development specialist. Cunningham brings to his new duties more than 30 years of experience in lending as well as the residential and commercial real estate industry, including financing, development and consulting. Moreover, Cunningham has lived in Western Colorado since 1980. […]