The right industry mix for an expanding economy.

From energy to aerospace, to bioscience, information technology - software, and financial services, Metro Denver offers a diversified economy of viable industries and the nation's third most highly educated workforce.

Aerospace - Colorado has the second largest space economy in the U.S. The state’s aerospace industry has critical mass with 55,850 workers, including 26,650 private employees and 29,200 military personnel. The state is home to four military commands, seven major space contractors, and 300 aerospace companies and suppliers.

Aviation - Denver International Airport, three general aviation reliever airports, and top aircraft manufacturing companies create a solid foundation for 14,230 workers directly employed by air transportation companies.

Bioscience - Eleven local higher education institutions with bioscience programs and numerous bioscience research assets support the region's bioscience industry. The industry is also enhanced by the opportunities to bring together academic, research, and corporate biotechnology institutions at the $4.3 billion Fitzsimons Life Science District.

Energy - The integration of energy technology and the state’s rich energy resource base place the region at the forefront of energy development. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden is the primary national laboratory for renewable energy and energy efficiency R&D.

Financial Services - The region is one of the few areas outside of the northeast with a substantial financial services industry in three key market segments. A variety of trade associations and service firms supports the diverse financial services industry base of over 10,000 companies and 97,900 employees in the region.

Information Technology - Software - Colorado has the third-highest high-tech workers per capita in the nation according to the AeA Cyberstates 2008 report. A strong entrepreneurial spirit fuels this industry, employing nearly 45,000 workers.

Document Downloads