The issue of the Business Times includes not one, but two, stories about Grand Valley enterprises moving on to bigger and, hopefully, better things. The cover story reports on the moving efforts of Grand Junction Subaru, which soon will relocate from its comparatively cramped quarters along U.S. Highway 6 & 50 into a brand new […]
The Denver Broncos can rightfully claim the title of world champions after getting defensive in their victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. But how does Colorado fare in a competition of a far different sort, but one with important ramifications for small businesses in the state? The latest answer in six words: […]
Most of the year-end numbers are now in, offering a more complete picture of the Mesa County economy in 2015. Some of those numbers are encouraging — sales and lodging taxes, for example, and real estate sales in particular. But the numbers for the labor market continue to disappoint. For those keeping score, here’s a […]
The Grand Valley offers a lot to attract tourists: outdoor recreation, scenic beauty and, of course, wineries and breweries. But some of the biggest draws involve sports: soccer tournaments, cycling competitions and running events. It only makes sense, then, to promote sports as a way to bring more visitors to the area. Fortunately, an organization […]
The last few days of 2015 seem at least a bit more merry and bright in the Grand Valley thanks in part to the expectation renewed efforts to promote economic development will help to create more jobs and revitalize a recovery that’s remained stubbornly slow. The consensus among local officials who spoke at a recent […]
It’s only natural at the end of one year to wonder what lies ahead in the next year. For business owners and managers making important decisions about their operations, there’s more than just curiosity at work. The business and economic outlook for the coming year plays a role in everything from determining staffing and inventories […]
One of the most intriguing ideas to come out of the preliminary results of a competitive location assessment and branding research for the Grand Valley is the notion the area offers a place in which people can realize their expectations for a Colorado lifestyle. Instead of slogging through rush hour traffic to get home, they […]
Congratulations are in order for the selection of Capco as Manufacturer of the Year. The Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Alliance selected the Grand Junction defense contractor for the honor in recognition of its efforts to advance its work force, technology and business. But the award also reflects the many efforts of Eric Goertz, vice president of […]
Every month is dedicated to an observance of some sort, and November is no exception. It’s Child Safety Protection Month and National Epilepsy Month. It’s also National Model Railroad Month and Peanut Butter Lovers Month. Rightfully more important to the Business Times and its readers, November is National Entrepreneurship Month. Moreover, Nov. 17 is Entrepreneurs’ […]
The Mesa County Workforce Center and Downtown Development Authority play important roles in the Grand Valley singularly in the resources they provide as well as collectively as part of collaborative local efforts to promote economic development. That makes the leadership of the workforce center and DDA just as important. Fortunately, the workforce center and DDA […]