In the competitive and often turbulent world of payment processing, Brendon Speas saw a significant void. After spending 14 years within the vast operations of U.S. Bank—working in merchant services market management, commercial lending, and business banking—Speas launched 5280 Payments in January 2020. Based in Lakewood, the company’s mission is to provide efficient, reliable payment…more
In an age dominated by digital screens, Lefty Loosey Games LLC, a startup based in Golden, is building its brand on the value of authentic, face-to-face connection. Launched in 2025 by veteran toy industry executive Charlie Anderson, the company publishes physical card games designed specifically to bring people together. Anderson’s decision to transition from the…more
The Colorado Economic Development Commission has approved new boundaries for the Jefferson County Enterprise Zone Program, which provides tax credits for businesses within designated areas based on activities like job creation and training. These revisions, which occur every ten years, will take effect on January 1, 2026. Key tax credits available include a 3% investment…more
Every week we get alerts from users, social media or Google suggesting businesses that have shuttered in Jefferson County. This week’s reported closures are: The Dutch Bros. location at 11100 West 64th Avenue in Arvada. Rock Auto LLC at 9200 West 44th Avenue in Wheat Ridge. Permanently closed according to Google, website down, Facebook page…more
Something big just happened in Jefferson County. The platform formerly known as Jeffco Legends has evolved — and it’s time you met the all-new Jeffco BdB: Your Local Business Database. Ask. Explore. Succeed. What began in early 2024 as a bold new approach to local business news has transformed into something entirely new — a…more