CoorsTek Inc. has officially opened its CoorsTek Academy Training Center in Golden, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 16. The event included company leaders, state officials and industry partners, highlighting a significant step in enhancing the region’s manufacturing workforce. Funded in part by the State of Colorado’s Opportunity Now grant, the Academy aims to prepare…more
Colorado School of Mines in Golden has successfully raised $589 million in its Campaign for MINES@150, marking the largest fundraising effort in the university’s 150-year history. The campaign publicly launched in the fall of 2020 and closed on June 30, 2025. Mines President Paul C. Johnson said, “This record-breaking campaign was founded on our unique…more
Michael Baker International has appointed Anthony (Tony) Marcello as office executive for its Denver area office, located in Lakewood. With more than 40 years of experience in transportation design and engineering, Marcello will manage daily operations, enhance client engagement and lead business development in Colorado. Marcello’s responsibilities will include expanding the office’s services, improving project…more
Energy Fuels Inc. has started producing heavy rare earth element oxides at pilot scale at its White Mesa Mill in Utah, with plans to expand to commercial production by the end of 2026. This development represents the only current U.S. production of separated heavy rare earth oxides from mined ores. The Lakewood company is now…more
The latest rankings of Jefferson County’s credit unions reveal a year of both growth and contraction across key financial metrics. Based on 2024 asset data from the National Credit Union Administration, Credit Union of Denver, based in Lakewood, remains the largest in the region, holding $1.17 billion in assets despite a nearly 20% decline from…more
Ur-Energy provided operational and construction updates for the second quarter of 2025 at its uranium projects in Wyoming, including Lost Creek and Shirley Basin. Production at Lost Creek continues to improve, with the company packaging 112,033 pounds of uranium during the quarter, a 35% increase from the first quarter. The company shipped more than 105,000…more
Natural Grocers has introduced a new line of Organic Wellness Shots, available in six functional flavors. These 2-ounce shots aim to support wellness goals by providing energy and aiding immune and digestive health. Developed in partnership with a women- and minority-owned manufacturer, the wellness shots are sustainably packaged in recyclable glass, making them an eco-friendly…more
South Suburban Parks and Recreation in Littleton has appointed Andy Bass as its next executive director, effective Sept. 8, 2025. Bass was chosen for his extensive experience in leading parks and recreation departments, as well as serving in high-ranking municipal positions. Most recently, Bass worked as the deputy city manager for the City of Chandler,…more
PharmaJet Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Egyptian Unified Procurement Authority and EVA Pharma to explore needle-free delivery of vaccines in Egypt’s routine immunization program. This agreement was formalized during the African Health ExCon health care conference held in Cairo on June 26. The collaboration aims to integrate needle-free technology for…more
Trimble Inc. and KT Corp. are collaborating to provide precise positioning services across South Korea, utilizing Trimble’s advanced technology. This partnership aims to offer bundled telecom and positioning services to automotive and Internet of Things (IoT) companies nationwide. The joint effort will leverage Westminster-based Trimble’s real-time GNSS correction services, which aim for centimeter-level accuracy. This…more
Loenbro has acquired Weifield Group, a Centennial-based electrical services provider, effective July 9, 2025. This move is part of Westminster-based Loenbro’s strategy to enhance its electrical service capabilities and expand its geographic presence, notably in the Mountain West, Texas and Tennessee. The acquisition positions Loenbro to deliver more comprehensive solutions and supports its focus on…more
Gogo Inc. has added General (Ret.) Mike Minihan to its board of directors, effective July 2, 2025, expanding the board from eight to nine members. His appointment comes after Gogo’s acquisition of Satcom Direct and its entry into the military and government sector. Oakleigh Thorne, Gogo’s CEO, stated that Minihan’s extensive experience in global air…more