KRTL Holding Group Inc. (OTC: KRTL) has completed a strategic merger between its subsidiary, KRTL Biotech Inc., and Bolivian pharmaceutical company Industria Químico Farmacéutica Sigma Corp. S.R.L. (SIGMA). The agreement, finalized on Sept. 2, 2025, gives KRTL Biotech a 99% controlling interest in SIGMA, in exchange for 49% ownership in KRTL Biotech by SIGMA’s founding...
Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design (RMCAD) in Lakewood secured its reaccreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), which extends the college’s accredited status for another 10 years. This milestone follows a thorough evaluation of RMCAD’s operations and academic quality, culminating in an onsite visit in the spring of 2025. Accreditation by the HLC...
Martin Equipment has been named the latest Trimble Technology Outlet, expanding its offerings to customers in Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. The outlet will provide Westminster-based Trimble Inc.’s grade control, site positioning systems and correction services specifically for users of John Deere and Wacker Neuson earthmoving equipment. Headquartered in Goodfield, Ill., Martin Equipment will now sell...
Butterfly Pavilion and the City of Westminster have entered into a transformative agreement to keep the Butterfly Pavilion in the area and initiate a phased renovation and expansion. This partnership aims to develop a state-of-the-art campus focusing on invertebrate research, conservation, education and immersive guest experiences. Mark Corbett, board chair of Butterfly Pavilion, emphasized the...
The City of Arvada has appointed Allison Scheck as one of its new deputy city managers, effective Sept. 15, 2025. Scheck brings more than 20 years of experience in both public and private sectors, showcasing a collaborative leadership style and strong problem-solving abilities. Previously, Scheck served as the deputy city manager for the City of...
The PNC Financial Services Group has agreed to acquire FirstBank Holding Co., headquartered in Lakewood. This acquisition will significantly enhance PNC’s presence in Colorado and Arizona. As of June 30, 2025, FirstBank had $26.8 billion in assets and operated 95 branches primarily in Colorado and Arizona. The deal will substantially increase PNC’s branch network in...
Researchers at the Colorado School of Mines will contribute to a new $5 million research center funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration. The center aims to develop impact-resistant materials with unique properties. Leslie Lamberson, associate professor of mechanical engineering and director of the Extreme Structures & Materials (X-STRM) Laboratory, will...
Trimble Inc. has initiated the process to obtain Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) authorization for its construction management solutions. This move reflects the Westminster company’s goal to provide a secure and connected platform for U.S. federal agencies and their contractors. The initiative focuses on three key solutions: a common data environment, a construction...
Viega North America has officially opened its new manufacturing, distribution and training facility in Mantua, Ohio, as part of its North American expansion strategy. The 244,000-square-foot facility represents a $178 million investment in the region and will create approximately 68 new jobs over the next two years. The facility incorporates advanced manufacturing technologies and aims...
The Colorado School of Mines and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) are partnering to tackle essential geological and mineral resource issues that impact economic and national security. A new research facility set to open on the Mines campus in 2027 aims to strengthen this collaboration, focusing on critical minerals. Critical minerals are vital for various...
Honeywell announced an equity capital raise of approximately $600 million for Quantinuum, a Broomfield company developing advanced quantum computers, at a pre-money equity valuation of $10 billion. This raise includes participation from existing shareholders like JPMorganChase and new investors such as MESH and Korea Investment Partners. The funding aims to advance quantum computing technology, particularly...
Private sector employment increased by 54,000 jobs in August, as reported by the ADP National Employment Report. The report also indicated that annual pay rose by 4.4 percent year-over-year. The ADP report, which analyzes anonymized payroll data from over 26 million private-sector employees in the United States, reflects a snapshot of the labor market. According […]