Jeffco BdB has unveiled its updated ranking of women-owned small businesses in Jefferson County for 2026. The list highlights the expanding role of female entrepreneurs in various industries. The list, which features 176 companies, is organized by the number of current employees, showcasing significant contributions to the local economy. Leading the list is Real Estate…more
Lakewood-based Catamount Constructors Inc., a 100% employee-owned contractor, announced its acquisition of Freese Johnson, a general contractor based in Atlanta, Georgia. This move strengthens Catamount’s national position and expands its reach in the Southeast, enhancing its capabilities in healthcare, commercial, senior living, and student housing markets. Henry Johnson will join Catamount as Vice President of…more
Pinkard Construction, based in Lakewood, held a ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the opening of The Irving at Mile High Vista, a new affordable housing project. The event featured remarks from Denver Mayor Mike Johnston and state housing leaders. Developed by Urban Land Conservancy (ULC), the 102-unit complex is designed for households earning 20% to 80%…more
The 3D Collaboration & Interoperability Congress (3D CIC), produced by Action Engineering, will celebrate its 10th anniversary from March 2–4, 2026, in Golden, Colorado. Since its inception in 2016, 3D CIC has facilitated connections among leaders, standards developers, and practitioners in the digital manufacturing sector. This milestone event will reflect on a decade of advancements…more
Jeffco BdB has updated its SBA Loan recipient data and posted the list of Jefferson County businesses that received loans in the third quarter of 2025. A total of 54 companies received funding, with a diverse range of industries represented among the top 27 borrowers. Leading the list was Supplize on Sixth Avenue Ltd., which…more
Westminster-based Loenbro, a provider of specialized services for data centers and critical infrastructure, has announced a definitive agreement with private equity firm Kohlberg to accelerate its growth. The deal will see Kohlberg acquire a majority stake in the company, while existing investors Braemont Capital and Loenbro management will retain significant equity interests. The financial terms…more
Action Engineering, a Lakewood-based firm, has just released a set of Model-Based Definition (MBD) Models and accompanying digital files for public review. While this might sound like technical jargon, this announcement is a significant step toward transforming how things are designed and manufactured—a shift known as the Model-Based Enterprise (MBE). What Is the Big Deal?…more
Jeffco BdB has expanded the businesses considered for its Jeffco 500 list of high-performing businesses, resulting in some new brands appearing on the list for the first time. The highest-ranked company, new to the list, is Xero Shoes with a Super Score of 87, followed closely by Noodles & Co and Kong Company, with scores…more
Pinkard Construction Co. marked the completion of Phase I of Boulder County Housing Authority’s (BCHA) Willoughby Corner neighborhood with a grand opening ceremony on Aug. 28, attended by approximately 300 people. The milestone celebrates Pinkard’s delivery of the $114 million affordable housing development ahead of schedule and $500,000 under budget. Located east of downtown Lafayette,…more
Noria Energy is beginning construction on Aurea Solar, a 50 kW floating solar pilot project in Golden, aimed at providing renewable energy for local water utility operations. The project will utilize a new floating solar tracker technology developed by Sausalito, Calif.-based Noria, designed to enhance energy output. Located on Fairmount Reservoir, owned by Consolidated Mutual…more
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has released its list of loan recipients for the second quarter of 2025 in Jefferson County, highlighting 60 businesses that have benefitted from financial support this year. Topping the list is Alcorn Construction with $5 million in loans received. Hays Construction follows closely behind with $4.07 million, while Pinnacle Windows…more
Eleven Jefferson County-based companies have earned national recognition on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious annual ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States. The companies were recognized for their impressive revenue growth between 2021 and 2024. This year, a total of 117 Colorado companies made the list, highlighting the state’s resilience…more
