Business Leaders
The entrepreneurs and executives building Colorado's business landscape.
Boulder Clean Energy Founder Jonas Reyes Lands Utility Partnership
Boulder clean energy startup founder Jonas Reyes has secured a major utility partnership to deploy his company's grid battery storage technology statewide.
Denver Fintech Founder Priya Chandran Raises Series B
Denver fintech founder Priya Chandran has closed a Series B funding round for her small business lending platform, one of the largest raises by a Colorado startup this year.
Denver Restaurateur Elena Cabrera Builds Regional Dining Group
Elena Cabrera has grown her single Denver restaurant into a five-concept regional dining group, each restaurant built around a distinct culinary identity.
Durango Outfitter Grace Whitfield Builds Direct-to-Consumer Gear Label
Durango outfitter Grace Whitfield has built a direct-to-consumer outdoor gear label after years running guided backcountry trips across southwest Colorado.
Boulder Founder Theo Kessler Bets on Plant-Based Protein Startup
Boulder entrepreneur Theo Kessler is betting his second startup on plant-based protein products made from Colorado-grown legumes.
Denver Real Estate Developer Simone Aldric Bets on Adaptive Reuse
Denver developer Simone Aldric has built her firm's reputation on converting aging industrial buildings into mixed-use residential and retail space.
Grand Junction Agribusiness Leader Wanda Holt Expands Export Reach
Wanda Holt has expanded her family's Grand Junction fruit packing business into new export markets, diversifying beyond its traditional domestic customer base.
Denver Logistics Executive Adrian Boone Expands Cold-Chain Network
Adrian Boone has expanded his Denver-based cold-chain logistics company to serve food producers across the Mountain West, betting on regional grocery demand.
Pueblo Steelmaker CEO Andre Bridges Family Legacy With New Tech
Andre Bridges is bridging three generations of family steelmaking tradition with new manufacturing technology at his Pueblo-based company.