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Denver’s Craftsy creates niche by targeting 40 and up demographic

Ivy HughesTuesday, January 15, 2013
Source: GigaOM
Craftsy is differentiating itself from many Silicon Valley-based companies by targeting an older demographic. 

Tentiko launches, looks at growing in Denver and expanding to other cities in 2013

Eric PetersonTuesday, January 15, 2013
Denver's Tentiko, an "Etsy of experiences," expects to expand its reach in Denver and nationally in 2013.  
Development News AthleticComplex

MSU Denver to break ground on $12 million athletic complex

Margaret JacksonTuesday, January 15, 2013
MSU's new, $12 million athletic complex, will feature baseball, softball and soccer fields, as well as eight tennis courts.

Roximity one of nine chosen for national marketing competition

Ivy HughesMonday, January 14, 2013
Source: AdAge
Roximity was one of nine startups chosen to participate in Mondelez International’s initiative to help drive impulse purchases mobily. 

RiNo app-maker and interactive developer Fireant Studio's growth curve steepens in 2013, hiring four

Eric PetersonMonday, January 14, 2013
RiNo's Fireant Studio is hiring four employees to add to its diverse tech and marketing team.

Demand Media acquires Denver-based Name.com

Ivy HughesFriday, January 11, 2013
Source: Web Host Industry Review
Demand Media recently acquired Denver's Name.com.

CrossFit gym opens in Denver's Art District on Santa Fe

Margaret JacksonFriday, January 11, 2013
Leslie Friedman is bringing CrossFit group classes to a 5,000-square-foot space in the Art District on Santa Fe.

In LoDo, TrackVia looks to double staff in 2013

Eric PetersonFriday, January 11, 2013
TrackVia, which expects to double staff in 2013, replaces Excel with custom apps for business departments and divisions in 30 days or less. 

Inc. points to Denver's Creative Density as must know co-working space

Ivy HughesThursday, January 10, 2013
Source: Inc.
Denver’s Creative Density coworking space is highlighted in an Inc. article about the importance of shared spaces. 

Evolve Vacation Rental Network takes off, expects to double staff in 2013

Eric PetersonThursday, January 10, 2013
Evolve Vacation Rental Network plans to add 20 employees in 2013 in an effort to revolutionize the vacation home market.
Development News BeforeIDie

Before I Die... mural moving from Curtis Park to McNichols for a month

Margaret JacksonThursday, January 10, 2013
The "Before I Die..." interactive mural is moving from Curtis Park to the McNichols building until February as part of an arts partnership.
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VoD: Redefining Denver's Venues

David EhrlichWednesday, January 9, 2013
Denver Theatre District Executive Director David Ehrlich redefines the way we think of performance spaces. 
Feature Story Ben Parsons, owner and wine maker of Infinite Monkey Theorem.

The Infinite Possibilities of a Denver Urban Winery

Mindy SinkWednesday, January 9, 2013
As urban living continues to appeal to a new generation, an entrepreneur offers the latest in urban drinking with a winery in the concrete jungle. Infinite Monkey Theorem is pushing the envelope by producing wine in cans and letting social media enthusiasts participate in production. 
Feature Story Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding Helps Denver's Inventors Raise Funds, Build Community

Christopher C. WuenschWednesday, January 9, 2013
Thanks to crowdfunding, a new funding source that gathers small funds from many people rather than large funds from a few, Denver’s introverted innovators are turning ideas into profit.
Feature Story Startup

New Year's Resolution Creates Space for Female Entrepreneurs

Ivy HughesWednesday, January 9, 2013
With the new year comes a new meetup group designed to educate, empower and support female entrepreneurs. 

Denver company develops unique concrete forming system

Ivy HughesTuesday, January 8, 2013
Source: Concrete Construction
Denver-based ASLAN Cos. has created Octaform, an innovative concrete forming system that protects concrete from corrosive chemicals typically used in a car wash. 

Crawford wants 112-room Union Station hotel to be known as "transit center"

Margaret JacksonTuesday, January 8, 2013
Developer Dana Crawford told brokers at Kentwood City Properties she prefers the redeveloped of Denver Union Station be referred to as a “transit center,” rather than a hotel.

LoDo's Closely sees 2013 as a big revenue growth year

Eric PetersonTuesday, January 8, 2013
Closely, which recently launched the popular, free app Perch plans to add two-to-three employees this year. 

EPA recognizes Mariposa District's smart growth strategy

Ivy HughesMonday, January 7, 2013
Source: Electric Light and Power
Denver’s Mariposa District recently received the 2012 National Award for Smart Growth Achievement in the category of Equitable Development.

LoDo Drupal specialist Elevated Third, doubles staff in two years, continues growth pattern

Eric PetersonMonday, January 7, 2013
Elevated Third moved from "brochure-ware" websites to Drupal-based websites, and doubled its staff  from 10 to 20 since 2010.
Development News Block 32

First residents move into 205-unit Block 32 apartments in RiNo

Margaret JacksonMonday, January 7, 2013
Block 32 at RiNo has attracted dozens of single women, rather than the single men the developer thought it would appeal to.

iTriage app credited with the early detection of medical problems

Ivy HughesFriday, January 4, 2013
Source: CBS News
People throughout the country are realizing the advantages of the iTriage app, which allows people to type in symptoms to help them determine if they might want to seek medical help.
Development News Corner House

Corner House to open in Jefferson Park

Margaret JacksonFriday, January 4, 2013
Chef Matt Selby is bringing his culinary talents to Jefferson Park with Corner House. 

LoDo's Ping Identity opening offices in SF, SLC and London, anticipates hiring 50 in Denver

Eric PetersonFriday, January 4, 2013
Denver's Ping Identity has emerged as the biggest IT security company in the country with its cloud-based enterprise identity management platform.

Forbes highlights region's entrepreneurial activity, investor groups

Ivy HughesThursday, January 3, 2013
Source: Forbes
The more than 160 startups and seven investor groups spanning from Boulder to Denver to Colorado Springs caught the eye of Forbes magazine, which has warned Silicon Valley that when it comes to startups, Colorado is the state to watch. 

After trading LoDo for RiNo, SpireMedia adds 10 employees, anticipates adding more in 2013

Eric PetersonThursday, January 3, 2013
SpireMedia is one of the oldest companies of its kind in Denver, growing with mobile, user interface design and agile development.

Palisade Partners spends $10.3 million on LoHi apartment project

Margaret JacksonThursday, January 3, 2013
A new LoHi apartment project will feature a rooftop deck, clubhouse and fitness room.
Feature Story Barrels of Stranahan's whiskey.

Are Denver Distillers Following in the Footsteps of the City's Brewers?

JB BissellWednesday, December 19, 2012
2011 marked the first time America's spirits revenue topped $20 billion. Add to that favorable liquor laws and a population of loyal Colorado drinkers, and it's no wonder our local distilleries are toasting a promising future. 
Feature Story Holiday Break

Happy Holidays, See You in 2013

StaffWednesday, December 19, 2012
We're taking a little break over the holidays, but wish you and yours the best end of 2012/beginning of 2013. See you in a few weeks!
Feature Story Sipping 'N Painting in the Highlands packs a full house.

Yelping, Grouponing and Forklying Through Denver

Ivy HughesWednesday, December 19, 2012
Looking for something to do over the holidays? Become a visitor in your own town and Groupon, Yelp and Forkly your way through the city. We did it for three days. A liver transplant and $175 in parking tickets later, and we’ve got some new favorite hangouts.
Feature Story Stranahan's head distiller, Rob Dietrich, fills bottles with whiskey. He can fil up to 19 bottles per minute.

Denver Distilleries: From Factory Floor to Local Bar

Kara PearsonWednesday, December 19, 2012
On any given day, Denver distilleries produce more than 5,000 bottles of the good stuff. This photo essay explores the process of bringing the product to market. 

CU's dental school earns national achievement

Ivy HughesTuesday, December 18, 2012
Source: CU Denver Newsroom
The University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine (SODM) receives the William J. Gies Awards for Vision, Innovation and Achievement. 

Gatsby's opens in 4,500-square-foot LoDo space

Margaret JacksonTuesday, December 18, 2012
Gatsby's, which is opening in LoDo, is designed to appeal to a more sophisticated audience.

Mobile developer AgentSolid growing in Golden Triangle, making end of the world app

Eric PetersonTuesday, December 18, 2012
With roots in website development, AgentSolid is now focused on mobile apps, which currently represent about 90 percent of the company's business.

IDE group uses City of Denver owned barn to help combat world poverty

Ivy HughesMonday, December 17, 2012
Source: Public Radio International
IDE uses a 25,000 square foot City of Denver property to help change processes that interfere with combating world poverty.

Prediculous trades Boulder for Golden Triangle, hiring one

Eric PetersonMonday, December 17, 2012
Social betting game-maker, Prediculous, moved to Denver from Boulder in the fall of 2012 and is now hiring.
Development News TejonTen

Tejon Ten sells out six months before completion

Margaret JacksonMonday, December 17, 2012
Tejon Ten in LoHi won't be finished until May 2013, but all 10 units are spoken for.

California's Literary Review praises "Becoming Van Gogh" exhibit

Ivy HughesFriday, December 14, 2012
Source: California Literary Review
The California Literary Review praises the Denver Art Museum’s “Becoming Van Gogh” exhibit.

Ballpark's Mersive entering broad B2B market with Solstice, hiring two

Eric PetersonFriday, December 14, 2012
Mersive creates visual computing software that makes display technology more efficient and less expensive.

1,900 sq ft The Populist restaurant draws young crowd to RiNo

Margaret JacksonFriday, December 14, 2012
Featuring small plates at affordable prices, RiNo's The Populist is a hit with the younger crowd.

Event-centric app-maker Zerista on verge of adding six staff

Eric PetersonThursday, December 13, 2012
WIth origins at the 2008 DNC, Zerista has grown with its eponymous event app and is now set to hire six. 

Denver one of seven cities to receive $25 million from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Ivy HughesThursday, December 13, 2012
Source: Wall Street Journal
Denver and six other cities received a combined $25 million from The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to enhance education-based collaboration. 

VIEWHOUSE restaurant to open in 6,500 sq ft Ballpark space in February

Margaret JacksonThursday, December 13, 2012
Manske and Safieddine bring new VIEWHOUSE concept to Ballpark, with more to follow.
Feature Story Bartender Adam Hodak makes a cocktail at the Green Russell in LoDo.

Denver Speakeasies Capitalize on 21st Century Thirst for Nostalgia

Heather CaliendoWednesday, December 12, 2012
Denver speakeasy-style bars Williams & Graham and the Green Russell, are growing like gangbusters as they awaken this beer city’s inner Great Gatsby.
Feature Story People enjoy drinks at the bar, while an open kitchen is featured in the background at Cafe Bar in West Washington Park.

A Little Place Called Denver

Kara Pearson GwinnWednesday, December 12, 2012
In Denver, the beer definitely flows like wine, but women flocking like the salmon of Capistrano? We’ll leave that to Lloyd Christmas. This photo essay walks us through a city defined by collaboration, vibrancy, entrepreneurship, innovation, microbrews, fitness and creativity.
Feature Story Calendar made from beetlekill pine.

What Wood You Do?: A Lesson in Sustainable Profits

Ivy HughesWednesday, December 12, 2012
Two companies. Two ideas. Two ill-fated materials. One impressive way to turn a profit. 

Startup guru Brad Feld recaps Denver’s first startup week

Ivy HughesTuesday, December 11, 2012
Source: Startup Revolution
TechStars Co-Founder and entrepreneurship guru Brad Feld, recaps Denver’s first startup week.

With plans to grow in 2013, Gamma Two Robotics goes to market with subsidiary Vigilant Robots

Eric PetersonTuesday, December 11, 2012
Gamma Two has unleashed the Vigilus Security Robot, its first autonomous robot, with plans to grow in 2013.

Panzano adds 415 sq foot private dining room in time for holiday rush

Margaret JacksonTuesday, December 11, 2012
Panzano's new 415 square foot private dining room is perfect for holiday parties or business gatherings.

Canadian commercial real estate company opens Denver office

Ivy HughesMonday, December 10, 2012
Source: The Herald
Avison Young, a Toronto, Canada-based commercial real estate company, is opening an office in Denver.
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