A CEO’s Insights

Last week, Colorado Public Radio ran a segment about the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation’s (Metro Denver EDC) collaborative method of attracting companies and economic expansion to the region. The piece recognized how instead of competing with each other, the communities in the…

With flourishing industries, a competitive work environment for young professionals, low operational costs, and the Rocky Mountains in our backyard, Metro Denver is a great place to do business. And with our region continually growing in population, it’s no surprise why NerdWallet ranked Denver as…

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…

The New Year started out with a bang for the state of Colorado, which placed well in 13 rankings in just the first month. Collecting high rankings for the largest private companies in the U.S., hot neighborhoods, a great commercial real estate market, and more, it’s no wonder why our state is among…

A New Year typically means that it’s time for a fresh start and some new resolutions. According to the University of Scranton Journal of Clinical Psychology, losing weight ranks first for popular resolutions of 2014, with 38 percent of Americans setting weight-related goals. For Americans looking…

As the Denver Broncos head to the Super Bowl next weekend, our spirits and pride are soaring high for Metro Denver. With a powerhouse of sports talent, young professional expertise, and a top business climate, we can’t help but feel grateful for the many aspects that make our region a top business…

“Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the land Phones started ringing at the NORAD Command. The children were asking when Santa would appear With his miniature sleigh, and eight tiny reindeer.”   For the past 58 Christmas Eves, employees at the North American Aerospace Defense…

We’ve always known that Metro Denver’s strong economy, climate, and active lifestyle are just some of the appealing assets that drive financial industry employees to the region. You only have to think back to the first of this year, when four major financial services companies announced…

As we look back on 2013, it has been fun for us to see how cities in Colorado have ranked highly for supporting entrepreneurs, tech startups, and the state’s energetic workforce. But before we close out the year, we had to add one more ranking to the mix to showcase that it’s more than just our…

Denver experienced a fast recovery from the Great Recession compared to the rest of the country, according to the latest study by the Pew Charitable Trusts’ American Cities Project. The study, titled, “America’s Big Cities in Volatile Times,” focuses on financial reports of the 30 largest…

Metro Denver’s commercial real estate market has continued to expand this year, with new development and pre-leasing levels not seen in in more than 10 years. According to international real estate consulting firm Newmark Grubb Knight Frank, Metro Denver’s commercial space vacancy has declined for…

The Denver Broncos aren’t the only ones scoring big this season. Colorado is also on a winning streak with top rankings posted in September. Metro Denver and Colorado scored high for labor supply, economic climate, growth, education, and quality of life. We couldn’t be more proud of the region’s…