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UCCS Economic Forum | Thursday, September 26, 2024 | 12PM to 5PM Location: Ent Center for the Arts Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gPajEdiV AGENDA “Where do we Grow from Here? Population Trends in Colorado and El Paso County” presented by State Demographer Elizabeth Garner. Two concurrent panel discussions: “The Future of Downtowns and Commercial Real Estate” and “Small Business in the Pikes Peak Region: Opportunities and Challenges.”  Forum Director Dr. William Craighead “The Economic Outlook for the Pikes Peak Region.”

Kevin Barosso joins host, Dirk R. Hobbs, IABC on this episode of @BusinessDigestWeekly to discuss the soon-to-be-opened Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy. Kevin also shares local job opportunities and what they expect to accomplish in terms of economic impact in the coming year. Opening late 2024: 375 guest rooms, 6 eateries and bars, 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, spa and wellness, #USAirForceVisitorCenter and the experience of a lifetime! Listen now on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gFWbiBay

Forward progress continues in the Pikes Peak region's space and defense sectors as Omni Federal expands. More than 500 jobs at an average of $150K coming online in COS. More details coming soon in CO MEDIA GROUP: NORTH & THE SO CO BUSINESS DIGEST. Congratulations on the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC and other community stakeholders for leading Omni home to COS and further demonstrating the region's strength in the sector. ABOUT: Omni Federal is harnessing the raw power of DevSecOps, cloud, and cyber solutions – coupled with data analytics, AI, and ML – we confidently tackle profound challenges and champion mission successes that fortify our nation. https://lnkd.in/eSieeVMX

March 5, 2024 - Top Business & Economic News from So. Colorado - Home of SpaceCom Inside this Brief: - State Labor Market Shows Lags for Q4 - City of Colorado Springs Climbs Milken Institutes Top Performing Cities List - Migrant Response Update - Colorado's 2.0 Roadmap for Greenhouse Gas Pollution - IGNITE Fueling Innovation Moves to COS - UCCS Economic Forum update - week of March 4 - And more... Small Business Week: April 29 - May 3 Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center | BBB OF SOUTHERN COLORADO, INC | Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC | U.S. Bank | CO MEDIA GROUP: NORTH & THE SO CO BUSINESS DIGEST Weekly Link: https://lnkd.in/gF4dgQde

The Digest Feb 28 is now live! INSIDE: Small Business Week – April 29-May 3 - Newly Reimagined, 26-Acre Neighborhood in COS (Union Printers Home Redevelopment) - UCCS Economic Forum Week of Feb 25 - Affordable Housing Project Breaks Ground - Workforce Program/Education & Employment Alliance - In Memoriam: Remembering Colorado Icon, Jay Cimino  - And much more… https://lnkd.in/gfw-jNXd Space Foundation Catalyst Campus, Colorado Springs UCCS Economic Forum University of Colorado Colorado Springs UCCS College of Business Exponential Impact Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC Colorado Springs Airport Visit Colorado Springs BBB OF SOUTHERN COLORADO, INC Southern Colorado Small Business Development Center KRDO-AM/FM/TV, KRDO.com, Telemundo, U.S. Bank, COLORADO SPRINGS SPORTS CORPORATION, 5Star Bank, Bank of Colorado, Notes Live, Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region, Colorado Springs Hispanic Business Council - The Hispanic Chamber, Southern Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce, Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce, CO, BBSI, Financial Talent Group, Phil Long Dealerships, AdPro Gina Sacripanti, Dirk R. Hobbs, IABC

Executives & Business Leaders:  Your edition of The So. Colorado Business Digest February 20, 2024 is now live. #ChipsActPhase2 and more... DIGITAL EDITION: https://lnkd.in/gWuvsE2D Inside: Boeing, Space Foundation, Exponential Impact, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, UCCS College of Business UCCS Economic Forum, Manufacturer's Edge, Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC, City of Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak State College, United States Air Force Academy, Pikes Peak Business & Education Alliance, Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade, Pikes Peak Workforce Center, CO MEDIA GROUP: NORTH & THE SO CO BUSINESS DIGEST, Northrop Grumman, Jacobs

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the families of Samuel Knopp and Celie Rain Montgomery during this difficult time. As a community, we stand with UCCS and remain "UCCS Strong" in the face of this tragedy. Our thoughts are with all those affected and we offer our unwavering support during this challenging time of healing. University of Colorado Colorado Springs

This month, we feature Mr. Lonnie Cramer, President & CEO of UCHealth-Southern Colorado Region. Mr. Cramer gives us a glimpse into how he and the entire UCHealth team are navigating through the labyrinth of declining reimbursement, rising costs and in keeping with the mission of delivering world-class healthcare for southern Coloradans. ENJOY: https://lnkd.in/gGFTVjaQ - Click the cover image. #LonnieCramer #healthcare #LeadingHealthcareExecutives CO MEDIA GROUP: NORTH & THE SO CO BUSINESS DIGEST