A CEO’s Insights

I recently heard a national site selector say that one of the most important factors for her clients when considering where to locate their operations is a “sticky” workforce. She explained: Sure, everyone is concerned about workforce availability. But you’ve got to ensure you’ll have a workforce…

I recently read an article in the Denver Business Journal about the inaugural Smart Cities Symposium held here. An ad popped up as I was reading, promoting a land auction in a nearby mountain community and noting that the parcel to be sold has senior water rights. You couldn’t have asked for a much…

In the midst of strong economic growth along Colorado’s Front Range, it’s easy to complain about increased congestion, longer waits in-line at concerts, and having to call ahead to get a table at our favorite restaurant. There is some truth to that. But as humans, our memory of economic downturns…

Site selectors are consultants to companies looking to expand or relocate facilities on behalf of their clients, often Fortune 100 companies. This week, September 16–20 is the Metro Denver EDC’s annual Site Selection Conference. Each year, the Metro Denver EDC invites 8-9 nationally known…

Last week, site selectors and economic development professionals from across the country visited Denver for the Site Selectors Guild Annual Conference, which was hosted by the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, and…

Why Metro Denver continues to attract national interest for company expansions It’s no wonder companies are flooding to the Metro Denver region; Colorado’s impressive resume continues to sway business leaders to relocate or expand their operations and experience the state’s thriving business…