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Analysis: Arvada Leads Jeffco Real Estate Brokerages in Agent Count

Data analysis from the latest Residential Real Estate Brokerages in Jefferson County list reveals a diverse distribution of residential real estate agents based across the county’s cities. Arvada leads the pack with 419 real estate agents, the majority of which work at larger brokerages JPAR – Modern Real Estate and Keller Williams Avenues Realty LLC.…more

Golden Minerals CEO Warren Rehn Retires

Golden Minerals Co. declared the immediate retirement of its CEO and President Warren Rehn. Rehn, 69, joined Golden Minerals in 2012 as vice president of exploration, became president in 2015, and ascended to the CEO position later that year. He had been considering retirement for some time and has also left his role as a…more

NASA Awards Lockheed Martin $2.27B Contract for Spacecraft

NASA, representing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has tapped Lockheed Martin Corp. to assemble the spacecraft for NOAA’s Geostationary Extended Observations (GeoXO) satellite program. The contract, valued at approximately $2.27 billion, covers the creation of three spacecraft and offers options for four additional ones. Lockheed Martin will carry out the work in its…more

Javier Sevilla Named CEO of Flatiron

Hochtief, the parent company of Broomfield-based Flatiron Construction Corp., has promoted Javier Sevilla from COO to the position of CEO. The decision confirms the Flatiron executive team’s strength as the company focuses on growth markets and retains its leadership in heavy civil construction. Under the guidance of industry-leading teams, innovative technologies and long-established partnerships, Flatiron’s…more

Energy Fuels Hires Former GM Exec

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Energy Fuels Inc., a Lakewood-based producer of uranium, rare earth elements (REEs), and vanadium, announced the addition of Debra Bennethum to its management team as director of critical minerals and strategic supply chain. Bennethum, who served in key supply chain roles at General Motors (GM) brings valuable experience to her new role. She executed supply…more

SEER Secures Contract From Biochar Now for Kiln Production

Broomfield-based Strategic Environmental & Energy Resources, Inc. (SEER) has received a purchase order from Biochar Now LLC (BCN) for the production of 33 kilns, valued at approximately $600,000. The order was received by SEER’s wholly-owned operating company, SEM LLC, and marks BCN’s nationwide expansion program. “Providing kiln bodies and other related equipment to BCN will…more

Emporia Corp. Partners with Honda on Home Energy Solutions

Emporia Corp., a Littleton firm that specializes in home energy management solutions, is embarking on a partnership with Honda Motor Co. Ltd. This alliance aims to stimulate progress in the home energy management industry, with Honda extending a strategic investment into Emporia. The companies have sealed a master collaboration joint development agreement in North America.…more

Noodles & Co. Hires New Chief Concept Officer

Noodles & Company has named Scott Davis as its new chief concept officer, effective June 19. Prior to this, Davis was integral to the brand transformation of Panera Bread, from a local St. Louis company to a national brand and the birth of the fast-casual bowl-based concept, CoreLife Eatery. Davis’ tenure at Panera Bread saw…more

Toll Brothers to Build New Luxury Homes in Littleton

Luxury home builder Toll Brothers Inc. (NYSE:TOL) has announced the forthcoming construction of its newest community, Toll Brothers at Ken-Caryl Ranch. This new development, located at the junction of Alkire and Ken Caryl Parkway in Littleton, is expected to begin in the fall of 2024. The 108-site community is set within the Ken-Caryl master plan.…more

Analysis: Lakewood Reports Most Auto Dealers in Jeffco

An analysis of the recent list of Auto Dealers in Jefferson County reveals that more than half of the dealerships in the county are located in Lakewood, solidifying its position as a hub for automotive commerce. According to the latest data, Lakewood boasts 46 auto dealerships — among these, prominent names such as Emich Chevrolet,…more

Noodles & Co. Appoints New Director

Noodles & Company, a fast-casual chain based in Broomfield, announced the appointment of Britain Peakes to its board of directors. Peakes is joining the board as part of a support agreement between Noodles & Co. and Hoak Public Equities. Hoak, which owns approximately 9.48% of the company’s outstanding shares, has agreed to customary standstill, voting,…more

Tax Guard Partners with Ventures Lending Technologies

Westminster-based Tax Guard, a Cogency Global Company known for its real-time IRS tax data services, announced a partnership on June 10 with Ventures Lending Technologies, a provider of end-to-end lending software. This San Diego-based firm is widely recognized among banks and mission-based lenders. The partnership is set to deliver enhanced support to lenders by integrating…more