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Businesses that treat their employees as trustworthy watch as they become so
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COMING ATTRACTIONS n The Business Incubator Opinion Cultivate a culture of trust
Center in Grand Junction has scheduled presentations on startups. Upcoming sessions of a business startup workshop are Business Briefs Ernest Hemingway wrote: “The way to make people trustworthy is to trust them.” The sentiment is simple, but true. soon after the achievement, comes from peers, is tangible and unexpected. Treat employees as trustworthy and watch them become exactly that Business People Especially in the workplace. When managers trust employees, employees tend to rise to the level of those expectations. According to the results of research conducted by Paul J. Zak, founding director set for 6 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 8 and 1 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 4 at the center, 2591 Legacy Way. Two-part webinars on how to Almanac n Assign Goldilocks-level team-based tasks. Zak found that teams performed their best and bonded the most when tasks were challenging, but doable. n Give people a say in how they do their jobs. Trusting start a business are scheduled of the Center for Neuroeconomics Studies at employees to figure things out motivates them to try new things, for 1 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 20 and 21 Claremont Graduate University in California, innovate and self-direct. and again 9 to 10:30 a.m. on business leaders who want workers that buzz n Allow a choice of projects. Tapping into what people most
Nov. 18 and 19. The workshops with energy, experience significantly less care about leverages their full efforts and communicates a high and webinars will cover the stress, collaborate well, innovate and stick degree of trust. business planning process, around for the long haul would do well to n Communicate liberally. Uncertainty causes stress. Stress financing and other topics. cultivate a culture of trust. hormones inhibit oxytocin, keeping people from trusting and
Admission is $55, which includes What connects organizational trust to bonding. Communicate daily with direct reports and remain as admission to Fast Trac classes. For more information about upcoming events, services Rebecca Weitzel business success? According to Zak’s research, it all comes down to a chemical in our brains called oxytocin. Oxytocin is like a glue that transparent as possible. n Foster relationships. While team-building activities and social engagements outside work might seem like an extravagance, and programs offered at the bonds people together. When trust is high, they’re actually important for solidifying connections between
Business Incubator Center, call oxytocin is high. When oxytocin is high, trust is high. We rely on team members that translate to improved teamwork on the job. 243-5242 or visit the website at high levels of oxytocin to work effectively with others and serve This is especially the case when you introduce a fun mental or www.gjincubator.org. customers because the chemical fosters empathy, patience and physical challenge that requires employees to work together. n Free webinars will offer understanding — qualities that enhance teamwork and performance. n Promote personal and professional development. Humans information about liability concerns When organizations promote teamwork and performance, they want to learn and grow. The more you develop employees, the and relationships with bankers. promote success at individual and organizational levels. more they feel fulfilled and add value.
A webinar on liability Zak and his team showed in numerous studies that organizations n Ask for help. Admitting you don’t know everything concerns for small business that ranked in the top 25th percentile of trust, when compared with constitutes one of the quickest ways to build trust. It shows you’re is set for 10 to 10:30 a.m. those ranking in the lowest percentile, boast the following markers credible, communicates you need others and demonstrates a
Oct. 15. A webinar on building of success: healthy level of vulnerability. relationships with bankers is set n Employees reported having 106 percent more energy and To measure the effectiveness of implementing these for 9 to 10 a.m. Oct. 27. were 76 percent more engaged. management strategies, first conduct an honest inventory of
For more information, visit n Workers experienced 74 percent less stress and were 50 percent current trust levels. One way to do this is to ask employees one www.grandjunctionsbdc.org/ more productive. simple question: How much do you enjoy your job on a typical recovery. n Team members took 13 percent fewer sick days. day? Why ask a question about joy to understand trust levels? n The Western Colorado n 50 percent more employees planned to remain with their Because studies demonstrate a high correlation between joy and
Human Resources Association organizations for the coming year. trust, joy offers scientifically valid way to measure trust. has scheduled its next monthly n 88 percent more employees said they’d recommend their Try treating your employees as trustworthy and watch as they meeting for 7:30 to 9 a.m. Oct. 21 companies to others as a place to work. become exactly that. The well-being of your employees and your at the Bookcliff Country Club, n 60 percent more workers enjoyed their jobs and 70 percent organization could depend on it. 2730 G Road in Grand Junction. were more aligned with company goals.
The meeting will include a n Employees experienced 40 percent less burnout. Rebecca Weitzel is president and co-founder of Good Life Wellness presentation on recognizing hidden Based on these returns on trust, it’s difficult to understand Solutions, which provides affordable and easy to implement bias and also will be offered why some organizations struggle to invest time and energy into workplace well-being solutions, an online platform, consulting and online. To register or obtain more cultivating it. According to Zak, they often don’t know where to education services tailored to small businesses. Contact Weitzel information, visit www.wchra.org. start. Fortunately, he identified eight key management strategies to at (970) 216-6390 or rebecca@goodlifewellnesssolutions.com or jump-start the process: visit the website at www.GoodLifeWellnessSolutions.com. n Prioritize recognition. Recognition works best when it comes F
Grant helps Colorado businesses increase exports
The U.S. Small Business Administration has allocated additional funding to promote international exporting for small businesses in Colorado.
The SBA awarded the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade a $700,000 State Trade and Expansion Program (STEP) grant.
STEP funding has increased in Colorado since the inception of the program in 2010 — from $195,938 in 2015 to $480,000 in 2019. The $700,000 grant represents a nearly 46 percent increase in funding from last year.
Since 2010, the SBA has awarded $157 million to support activities that increase exporting for small businesses.
STEP funding is open to small business exporters to conduct international sales trips, attend trade shows and develop websites or international marketing campaigns. The grant also will enable OEDIT and the Colorado
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For more information about the State and Expansion Program in Colorado, including eligibility and application guidelines, visit https://choosecolorado.com/doing-business/ state-trade-expansion-program.
Department of Agriculture to participate in 10 trade shows that connect Colorado small businesses to international buyers.
Last year, the STEP grant helped more than 50 small businesses across Colorado participate in trade shows in Mexico and Germany,
“We are thrilled to receive an increased SBA award to help Colorado businesses access new markets,” said Betsy Markey, executive director of OEDIT. “Support for our small businesses is needed now more than ever, and these funds provide an invaluable tool to help more Colorado businesses expand their exporting activity.”
Dan Nordberg, administrator of the SBA region that includes Colorado, said exports offer an important opportunity for small businesses. “Over two-thirds of the world’s purchasing power resides outside the United States. That makes exporting a critical economic driver for Colorado small businesses that are ready to expand their reach into new and increasingly borderless global markets.”
“These STEP awards, in addition to SBA’s export loans and U.S. Export Assistance Centers, make sure that small businesses in Colorado have the tools, resources and relationships they need to take their businesses global,” Nordberg said. F
Page 22 The Business Times OctOber 8-21, 2020 Big difference in business: Get the little things right
Companies that make it their business to foster happiness in their customers are the most enlightened and successful of all. These companies understand that successful operations are, first and foremost, about serving people and ensuring their satisfaction. They know that increasing the pleasure, satisfaction and happiness of the patrons who support them with their hard-earned dollars will build a base of loyal customers. The goal for any business that aspires to lasting success should be to satisfy customer wants and needs. Every customer comes through your doors for a reason. Understanding what they truly want and then providing it will lead to ongoing satisfaction. They’ll come back for more and tell others about their experiences doing business with you.
Marcus Straub One of the biggest differences between creating raving fans of your customers or not is getting all the little things right on a consistent basis. Recalling your experiences will reveal your favorite businesses — the ones you frequent often and tell others about — are those that consistently go the extra mile to provide you with a happy and satisfied feeling.
The greetings your customers receive is vitally important because it creates a lasting impression each time they engage your business. If the greeting they receive is non-existent or lackadaisical — lacking in enthusiasm, smiles and a caring attitude — your customers will be turned off from the start. Conversely, if they’re acknowledged quickly by a smiling, happy person — one who’s receptive and caring — they’ll be open to your business and what it has to offer. The greeting is an opportunity to set the stage
for success every time a customer chooses to do business with you.
I’ve yet to meet a person who didn’t want to be heard. Yet all too often, customers aren’t heard by the businesses serving them. When this occurs, customers aren’t being served at all. They’re undervalued and neglected — and they know it. This feeling won’t endear them to your business. When you truly listen to your customers and train your team to do the same, your customers will feel acknowledged, valued and cared for. The result is greater trust, rapport, satisfaction and loyalty.
When you and your team members truly listen to your customers, you’ll more accurately understand their wants and needs. Asking key questions that help you fully understand their desires and paying attention to their answers will position you to offer high-quality solutions. With this type of solid communication in place, your business is more likely to meet, and even exceed, your customers’ wants and needs.
In exceptional companies, business owners and team members want customers to leave feeling not only satisfied, but also better than when they arrived. Ultimately, it’s the feeling you give your customers that matters most. When people leave your business feeling better, you’ve added value to their lives. Value — receiving a quality experience, not just a good price — is what they seek.
Handling mistakes constitutes another important demarcation among poor, good and exceptional businesses. Errors made by your business should never become the responsibility of your customers. This is a surefire way to damage your reputation and lose business. It’s far wiser to own any missteps made by you or your team, no matter how costly, and do all you can, within reason, to correct the situation with your customers. The impression you’ll leave them with will be a lasting one.
If all of this seems overwhelming, engaging the assistance of a professional coach or consultant offers an effective means to uncovering your weaknesses and turning them into strengths.
All of us have our favorite places to do business, and the reasons are obvious. These companies have set themselves apart by going above and beyond in satisfying us. They care about their products and services as well as the people who make their success possible.
Make it a priority to get the little things right. Commit to running a business that consistently delivers on the basics. Do it with integrity, care and gratitude.
Without satisfied customers, the happiness and success you desire will prove illusive.
Marcus Straub owns Life is Great Coaching in Grand Junction. His personalized coaching and consulting services help individuals, business owners, executives and companies build teams, organizations and lives filled with happiness and success. Straub is winner of the International Coach of the Year Award and author of “Is It Fun Being You?” He’s available for free consultations regarding coaching, speaking and trainings. Reach Straub at 208-3150, marcus@lifeisgreatcoaching.com or through the website located at www.lifeisgreatcoaching.com. F
OctOber 8-21, 2020 The Business Times
Let the air in to keep illnesses out
Pandemic. Coronavirus. Face covering. You’ve probably heard more about these terms in the past six months than ever before. You might be growing tired of them. But the virus that causes COVID-19 isn’t gone from the United States, Colorado or Mesa County. Let’s add two more things to the list of terms we’re using these days that a few months ago weren’t commonplace outside epidemiology — aerosols and airborne transmission. Aerosols refer to tiny particles or droplets distributed through the air. There’s a lot we still don’t know about how COVID-19 spreads. But understanding how an illness is transmitted can help businesses ensure they’re doing everything possible to protect employees, customers and the community. According to the latest information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, COVID-19 is thought to spread
Jeff Kuhr mainly through person-to-person close contact, through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Some people without symptoms also could be able to spread the virus. While we’re still learning about how the virus spreads and the severity of illness it causes, we know the virus spreads easily between people. Just how easily can vary depending on the situation. In general, the more closely a person interacts with others and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of COVID-19 spread.
There are multiple kinds of airborne transmission. Measles spreads by direct contact with infectious droplets or can become airborne when an infected person breathes, coughs or sneezes. The measles virus can remain infectious in the air for up to two hours after an infected person leaves the area. While not the most common transmission, other viruses transmit through tiny particles in the air. Hantavirus is one example. People become infected with hantavirus
when infected rodents — usually deer mice — shed the virus in their urine, droppings and saliva. Hantavirus is transmitted to humans when we breathe air contaminated with the virus by sweeping or stirring up areas with droppings or nesting materials.
As we continue to learn about COVID-19 and additional ways it could spread, businesses can examine their ventilation systems and take action to increase airflow. A report examining airflow in classrooms recommended replacing air with clean air between four to six times an hour to dilute virus particles that might accumulate. One school district in Colorado Springs recently delayed the start of in-person learning a week because of issues with school ventilation systems.
Ventilation is about the exchange of outside air into a building on a frequent basis to refresh the air. Things like opening windows and doors are effective ways to accomplish this. Filtration systems can help — especially on days like we’ve experienced recently when air quality is poor and bringing in outside air also creates irritation. Generally, you don’t need major upgrades or new systems to achieve the desired results.
Fall temperatures provide a great opportunity to let the air in and reduce the spread of illnesses indoors.
As we continue to learn about how COVID-19 affects communities and how it spreads, there are proven methods to stop the spread of illness. Mesa County’s reopening plan requires individual responsibility from residents to maintain 6 feet of social distance, cover noses and mouths indoors and whenever physical distancing isn’t possible, wash hands often, stay home when sick and get tested if symptoms appear.
Thanks for helping us.
Jeff Kuhr is executive director of Mesa County Public Health. Connect with the health department through social media on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ MesaCountyPublicHealth and Twitter @WeAreHealthyMC. F
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Page 24 The Business Times OctOber 8-21, 2020 Trace your path to replicate business success
Can you identify the connections that led to your biggest sales, clients or referral sources? If so, great. If not, consider tracing your path. How does this tracing process work? If you recall a column I wrote in July, I discussed the 80/20 approach and applying that to your business model. Tracing your path takes this approach to the next level by focusing on specific activities that resulted in your greatest and most enduring successes. How does tracing work? Start by listing your top three or four clients Janet or revenue or referral sources. Now go back to the point at which you first
Arrowood started down the path to attaining that client or resource — in other words, your successes. Then list each step along the way, including dead ends, that got you where you are with that success.
Here’s an example of one of my most enduring and financially notable successes to get you thinking:
Beginning in the summer of 2004, I decided to take advantage of my membership in a major metro area chamber of commerce. I upped my membership level to gain better access to the types of clients and businesses with which I wanted to interact and then joined in almost every event and committee that level entitled me to participate. Two of the committees offered additional members-only events I assiduously attended.
A human resources group brought together specialists from dozens of companies of all sizes representing many industries. One of the specialists was from what’s now the Employers Council. I mentioned the need I saw for effective technical and proposal writing training for employees. The person with which I talked thought that
Start by listing your top three or four clients or revenue or referral sources. Now go back to the point at which you first started down the path to attaining that client or source — in other words, your successes.
was an excellent idea. He arranged with the Employers Council to set up a trial session and do an email blast to members. I conducted my initial training session in 2004. My programs with the Employers Council since have expanded to include several types of writing several times a year in Colorado and Arizona.
More importantly, when a member asks for specialized training, the Employers Council provides an introduction and gives the member my contact information. This two-pronged approach — training and referrals — has been financially and professionally rewarding over the past 16 years. One referral led to two others, and those referrals in turn led to more referrals.
The second chamber committee was a transportation group that brought together specialists in highway and light rail construction and their use, marketing and management for a metro area with a population of more than 3 million. I attended regular meetings and monthly luncheons.
At one of these luncheons in December 2006, I heard a transit agency project manager complain about writing a lessons learned report for the Federal Transit Administration. He said he didn’t know how his agency was going to do that. I told him I’d done something similar for a freight rail relocation project.
The next thing I knew, he referred me to the project management oversight contractor for the metro highway and rail projects. I worked as a technical editor for the contractor for nearly four years. A few months, later the project manager had me come in to meet with the transit agency’s project team to begin writing the lessons learned report he mentioned at the luncheon. That project expanded over the next four years to include three more lessons learned reports.
The FTA director said great things about my writing at a major transit conference, leading to even more opportunities and successes.
Looking back at these paths enables me to constantly reassess my business, reconnect with people who were instrumental in my success and apply my own lessons learned. Knowing my path enables me to quickly focus on what I seek when speaking with business owners and potential referral sources. Being able to offer concrete examples of what I need and how I employ the referrals and subsequent path has been invaluable.
If you can’t trace your path, it’s difficult to articulate to potential clients and referral sources what you seek. By knowing how you got to your greatest successes, you’ll become far better at replicating that success, improving and focusing your marketing and helping your sources give you better referrals and contacts.
Janet Arrowood is founder and managing director of the Write Source, a Grand Junction-based firm that offers a range of services, including grant and proposal writing, instruction and technical writing. Reach her at janet.arrowood@thewritesourceinc.com. For more information, visit www.TheWriteSourceInc.com. F
OctOber 8-21, 2020 The Business Times Page 25 Precision-based method best for personalized nutrition
Staying healthy is more important than ever, and maintaining a strong immune system offers the best way to ward off colds and flus. You’re unique, and so are the needs of your body. In all the world, there’s only one you. Your supplement regimen should be just as unique. Unlike 40 years ago, when I first entered the supplement space, almost everyone now has some experience with vitamins. But how do you decide what your supplement regimen should be based Patti Reece on your uniqueness? When you look at the myriad of supplements in the health food store or even the discount stores, how do you decide what you need? Is there a way to assess supplements without having to subject yourself to expensive tests?
The process is made even more complicated by contradicting information and misleading advertising. Buzz words abound — all-natural, biohacking, certified transitional, clinically studied, grass fed, organic, pastureraised, plant-based and sugar free. But that’s a subject for another column.
Many companies have entered the personalized nutritional realm. There are three approaches to personalized nutrition in the marketplace today: stratified, tailored and precision-based.
The stratified approach to personalized nutrition recommendations is based on shared characteristics such as age, gender or life stage. A limitation of this approach is it doesn’t consider the needs of the individual beyond these limited shared characteristics.
For example, two people might receive the same
personalized recommendation because they’re middle- aged women. But one could be a vegetarian who wants to improve her energy level and sleep better. The other is concerned about her family history of heart disease and wants to focus on managing her weight. The stratified approach to personalization does not consider these additional needs. Stratified solutions are generally good for everyone, but not specific or truly personalized to anyone.
The tailored approach is just that — tailored to an individual rather than s group. This approach still has limitations, however. It doesn’t consider the complex relationships between individuals and their behaviors and lifestyles. While individually tailored nutrition recommendations consider all the individual traits about you, they don’t consider how those things come together to make you you.
If you have a history of heart health issues in your family, for example, you might be advised to take additional omega-3s. But what if you eat a lot of fatty fish? Under the tailored approach, your recommendation remains the same regardless of how much fatty fish you eat. This approach isn’t very personalized, is it?
The most robust and sophisticated way to deliver personalized recommendations is using a precision-based approach. This approach considers all the individual components about you as well as how these things interact and come together to make you unique. The degree of scientific certainty required to deliver precision-based recommendations is much greater than that required for the other two approaches.
If you have a history of heart health issues in your family and eat a lot of fatty fish, your omega-3 recommendation will be modified under a precision-based method. That is much more personalized.
A precision-based approach uses a much more powerful algorithm than can take your responses through as many as 110 million possible combinations of nutritional supplements and narrow it down to one that’s perfect for you.
Most companies offering personalized nutrition solutions deliver recommendations using stratified or tailored approaches. A precision-based approach more closely meets your supplement needs. Consider seeking out a company offering this approach.
Patti Reece owns Shaklee For the Health of It in Grand Junction. A Shaklee sales leader for more than 40 years, she recently participated in a virtual global conference with more than 10,000 others. Five immune products were launched, and a patent pending precision-based nutrition assessment tool was rolled out. Reece has used an educational-based approach to help thousands of people create healthier lives both physically and financially. She specializes in online business training. She’s available for free consultations. Reach her at 260-4839, patti@pattireece.com or www.PattiReece.com. F
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Business Briefs Business People Almanac A new year affords a new opportunity to meet local needs It’s that time of year when resolutions and prognostications abound. My favorite saying applied to New Year’s resolutions is in saying they’re basically a long run always hurt consumers. Another fact is that unemployment reaches a certain level based on the economy. And while the government might brag the number is low, Bold predictions for 2015 more like not-so-bold repeats Here comes that special Tuesday in November, all too many of which the past few decades have been “the single most important election in our lifetime.” But given the power grabs from COVID-19, who exclaims, “One person, one vote,” or “A popular vote should decide our president,” or “Voter ID is racist.” Why? Because we already get one vote and don’t live in a mob-ruled democracy. I’m not telling you how to vote, just a few things to think about Evolution of business rewarding to observe One of the pleasures of working for a business journal in one place for an extended time is the opportunity to cover the evolution of companies and the people who lead them. I’ve been fortunate over the past 20 years at the Business bunch of promises to break the first week insurrections around the country and it’s more than likely the government did Perhaps a civics lesson would be of
A new year almost always brings an opportunity for a fresh start and Times to report on a lot of changes at a lot of companies — of January. And while I won’t predict a over-the-cliff trend toward progressive something to cause that number being low assistance here. But then again, who runs renewed ambition to do things better. everything from new products and services to new locations. whole lot, I can pretty much accurately communism, the “experts” might finally — and not in a good way. Conversely, when our schools? Also, IDs aren’t racist. They
In business, that usually boils down to providing customers better products In some instances, what started out as one venture morphed nail a few things that without question be correct. business picks up, it’s because the people help us in many ways. Finally, we hear and services faster and at lower cost than competitors. Part of the process must into something completely different. In a couple of instances, will make the news. You will see these are So, what’s a voter who need to buy widgets who were not those voting evils of Jim Crow are a thing include listening to customers to determine what they actually need and then I’ve reported on the entire life cycle of enterprises — from pretty, well, predictable: to do? buying widgets because the economy was of the past. Then again, one party seems meeting that need. After all, it does little good to offer the latest and greatest if their inauspicious origins, usually in some garage somewhere, ■ Prediction one: Well, for starters, contracting due to natural (or unnatural, to have forgotten who the party of Jim nobody actually wants what you’re selling. to their rapid growth to their sale to other companies. There will be some they should vote. But government caused) reasons, decided we Crow was.
Just like the businesses that belong to the group, the Grand Junction Area It’s more rewarding still to report on the people who start sort of weather event, having one’s vote better buy some widgets. The government So perhaps a vote for folks who Chamber of Commerce invariably starts out the new year with a reassessment of and run companies and follow their progress. A few of the natural disaster or count isn’t as easy had nothing to do with this. believe in free and fair elections is in the services and resources it provides and how well they match with members people I met 20 years ago have remained in their positions in Phil Castle heinous occurrence as one might think. ■ Prediction four: In keeping with order. Maybe we look a little closer at needs. Jeff Franklin, the new chairman of the chamber board of directors, the same way I have, carrying on with their responsibilities. where someone will Only in a mixed up things the government does, I predict the elections where someone wins one day, personifies this approach in describing what he considers his role for the coming But others changed roles, sometimes dramatically, in joining be interviewed and say country where one government will manipulate the numbers to but their opponent wins the next. And year: listen to members, determine their needs and then meet those needs. It’s a other companies or even switching professions. Still others have retired, passing the following: “I’ve side wants to make make the claim the economy is getting before we begin the “both sides cheat” role with which Franklin is familiar as market president of Bank of Colorado. The process will take on a more structured approach in what the chamber on their proverbial torches to younger colleagues. The longer I work here, the larger it seems the proportion of retired news sources grows. never seen anything like that in my it so easy for people to exercise their most Craig Hall better because of how hard it is working to help all of us “working Americans.” Now debate, answer this question: When was the last time you saw a Republican win plans as the resumption of a program aptly called Listening to Business. Under the program, business owners participate in in-depth interviews to identify barriers to What brings all this to mind is two stories in this issue reporting on a change in leadership at FCI Constructors and a change in ownership at what’s now the lifetime.” It’s as if this person is a required Craig Hall important civic duty does that same side set up for fraud and you might say, “Craig, you always say this about President Obama because you don’t with the “finding” of votes after the polls closed after their opponent was declared growth and other problems they encounter. BG + co. architectural firm. At FCI, Shane Haas takes over as president of the attendee at every news abuse of said sacred duty. One would have like him.” You’re right in a sense. I don’t the winner on election day? I won’t wait. The new year offers a good time to join the proverbial club. construction management company following the retirement of Ed Forsman. reporting event. While I understand most to dismiss all reality to think government know the man, but what I know of him and Just on voting alone there’s plenty As an advertiser or reader, what do you need from the Business Times? At BG + co., Peter Iconegle, John Potter and Burke Martin take over ownership of people’s perspective can indeed be limited has the ability to install mail-in voting his thinking, I don’t like it or him one iota. to think about. There’re also things like While business journals traditionally gather and report the relevant news to the firm founded by Roy and Pamela Blythe. As is often the case with journalism, by, or contained within, their own personal procedures in state after state in a matter Before you go off, however, I didn’t like having one party control the executive and readers, communication isn’t necessarily a one-way street. That’s especially true as the timing of my reporting was more fortunate conincidence than careful planning. experiences, it is too much to ask to of weeks. It can’t. Period. It’s a recipe for President Bush and his bailouts, stimulus legislative branches. How’s that working Web sites and e-mail make the dialogue more convenient than ever. I’ve enjoyed the privilege of reporting before on FCI and BG + co. — many consult some historical perspective before fraud and abuse. and his abandoning the free market to save Colorado? History has shown a tendency Good publications don’t exist in a vacuum. They respond to the needs of times, in fact, because of their work on so many buildings in the Grand Valley. saying such a thing? Yes, this response can The solution is simple. Make election the free market. And I don’t know him for overreach and tyranny occurring when advertisers and readers. They provide what’s needed. That includes the patient tower at SCL Health St. Mary’s Hospital as well as Grand apply to some events. But when it comes day a holiday so everyone can have the either. What the government does, and the this happens. Obamacare, anyone? So what do you need? Junction City Hall. FCI and BG + co. appeared in the same sentence in a recent to weather and natural disasters, I’m pretty time to drop off their ballots or vote in only thing it can do, is hurt the economy. How about the courts? Do we want Is there additional news coverage that would help keep you informed about story reporting the opening of the new headquarters for Timberline Bank. Moreover, sure this is simply history repeating itself. person. And if they want to participate in Unless it does nothing or put criminals in federal judges to create laws or rule local business developments? Are there features that would be interesting or FCI is a frequent winner of awards recognizing the company for the projects in Same as it has for millions and millions of this sacred, civic duty, they need to take the jail instead of partnering with them, nothing constitutionality? How about ruling on useful? Is there advice that would make your jobs a little easier? which its involved and the support it offers so many charitable organizations. years. More important, the planet made it! time to register. Otherwise, no vote. And the government does will help. Always look actual law and not personal preferences at
It’s equally important to ask what you don’t need. With limited time to While FCI and BG + co. are notable examples, they’re only two of many What didn’t were certain species. How’s before the argument begins, “Well, some at it this way, whatever the government says the circuit level? How about not having produce content and limited space in which to publish it, would time and space be remarkable companies in the Grand Valley that have grown over the years and made that for perspective? folks can’t get out to register and voter ID it is doing, whatever the name of the law it so many laws where so many actions we better devoted to something else? increasingly larger contributions to the economy and community. Think Enstrom ■ Prediction two: When it comes to a is racist and we have the technology to do is passing, or whatever the name or goal of take as “free people” end up in court? You What’s good? What isn’t? What’s needed? What isn’t? Candies, Leitner Poma and Reynolds Polymer, to specifically name three. Other crime or something that occurs between same day voting, yada, yada, yada …” the bureaucracy it is presenting to the do know if government wasn’t making so Let us know. Send us an e-mail. Comment online on the Business Times Web companies have emerged more recently and are coming into their own. humans, the other required attendee at all let’s look at some facts. people, expect the polar opposite to occur. many laws and intruding on our freedoms, site at www.thebusinesstimes.com. You could even write an old-fashioned letter to That’s not to contend the progress of Grand Valley business has been even. news reporting events is the person who I agree we have the technology to I guess what I’m saying is that little of this occurs and the courts could the editor if you’d like. Your feedback, both positive and negative, is valued and Anything but. I’ve lost track of all the ups and downs of the economic cycles over says this: “They we’re just the nicest register everyone of voting age. Yet, we perhaps it’s time to get out of our own actually do their jobs. Don’t you? will be carefully considered. the past 20 years. A lot of businesses have suffered in the latest downturn brought people, and in no way did I see something have voters with registrations at three perspective. There’s plenty of history `How about the old “Jesus was a Good publications are the result of not only the efforts of their staffs, but also on by the coronavirus pandemic. Some won’t survive. That’s tragic. like this coming.” Exactly. No one does or four addresses in different states or books and historical research out there to socialist” to get your faith-based vote? collaborative efforts involving advertisers and readers. But the long-term perspective has been one of growth. It’s a pleasure to work most of the time when it comes to lord knows what else. And these voter begin to understand that all of this has Hate to burst bubbles, but the Bible is Like any other good business, we want to listen to our customers, find out at a business journal and cover that evolution. neighbors and acquaintances. People should roll “errors” invite voter fraud. We happened before. And it will again, based in freedom, self-determination and what they need and then meet those needs. be surprised at what goes on from time to could use our technology to get people whether the topic is people or government. free will. Politically, it’s anti-tyranny. Yes, It’s a new year. Please help us to do so. Phil Castle is editor of the Business Times. 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OctOber 8-21, 2020 The Business Times Page 27 Why we should vote to reject Energetic efforts fall short wolf introduction proposition without market freedoms
We’re members of a group that has ramifications and possible devastation to When California recently experienced rolling blackouts as a last-resort measure studied wildlife and wildlife habitat issues other wildlife species that Coloradoans used by utilities to avoid a total blackout of the power system, Gov. Gavin Newsom and their convergence with a myriad value and wish to protect (moose, mule blamed the situation on a failure to predict and plan for an energy shortage. of other Western Colorado landscape deer, elk, lynx). What Gov. Newsom failed to state was the obvious: The challenges. We understand the importance n We understand a state like blackouts were a result of self-inflicted pain and interrupting of finding solutions that meet both public Colorado with a growing population the free market with state mandates that never work. and private needs, wildland and multiple and exponentially increasing recreation Alex Epstein, author of “The Moral Case for Fossil Fuels,” use goals and finding that economic sweet pressures needs to proceed wisely in identified the problem for California and other states when he spot for the diverse towns and counties on changing wildlife management direction. wrote, “Policies mandating unreliable solar and wind electricity the Western Slope. n We recognize there are costly are making our electricity grid more unreliable every year.”
We wish to share our perspectives economic consequences from this ballot Epstein identified three ways this has worked: mandating with new neighbors and those who live measure and the potentially expensive the use of unreliable wind and solar, prematurely closing in the urban areas of Colorado. As fellow direct AND indirect costs to those living reliable coal and nuclear plants and stopping the construction co-chairmen, we represent policy groups within Club 20 (www.club20.org) that and working in Western Colorado aren’t calculated in this initiative. Phyllis of natural gas infrastructure. Harnessing fossil fuels mitigates the effects of extreme delve into issues specific to agriculture, n We care deeply about the unintended Hunsinger weather patterns. Homes and businesses are kept at comfortable public lands, natural resources, tourism consequences to local communities, temperatures, water is pumped from great depths underground, and outdoor recreation. Our resolution including ranchers, hunters, guiders and agricultural production is revolutionized and the standard of living and quality of life is PLNR-20-1 Proposed Wolf Introduction is outfitters and the interconnected agriculture improved. Electricity produced by fossil fuels and nuclear energy has helped mankind on this website to provide a comprehensive and recreation economies when wolf everywhere adapt to natural climate cycles. If the goal is to promote the flourishing of analysis of this issue. introduction negatively impacts their humankind, nothing makes a bigger difference than reliable sources of energy.
We have studied and followed livelihoods and lifestyles. Although not adequately acknowledged, our quality of life today is a result the wolf reintroduction idea for years. n Much of the impetus behind this of the discovery, development and use of natural resources. The lives of everyone We have studied endangered species, measure comes from out-of-state interests around the world are improved thanks to fossil fuels, knowledge and creativity. reintroduction of lynx and moose, infusing more than $1 million into this The environment has improved as demonstrated by measurements of air quality protection of habitat for sage grouse, campaign, and we doubt they know much and clean drinking water. Freedom to innovate means challenges continue to be fragmentation of habitat across public about Western Colorado economies, habitat overcome to make our lives more comfortable and secure. and private lands and very importantly and risks to the ecological balance that’s The beauty of a free market is consumers and producers work off prices and have developed a knowledge about and integrally known to those of us who live, profits. The best source of energy is one that’s reliable, plentiful and affordable. deep appreciation for the experts working work and provide stewardship of our lands. Whenever government policies mandate the elimination of one type of energy use within Colorado Parks and Wildlife Wolves continue to be documented over another, the unintended consequences make the situation worse. This was (CPW) as well as wildlife biologists in Colorado, including a sighting by a evident in California, where polices mandating the use of unreliable, intermittent working for the United States Forest Colorado Parks and Wildlife biologist of solar and wind-generated electricity interfered with the electricity grid. As a Service and Bureau of Land Management. an adult wolf with a pup. With an initial result, there wasn’t enough electricity to meet the needs of users. Disrupting the
We would like to share our conclusions: cost of $6 million for wolf introduction, a market with arbitrary mandates creates shortages. n We fully support the guidance from state budget deficit of $3 billion and record Competition in a free market economy produces the best ideas. The energy state wildlife experts and their conclusions. unemployment due to COVID-19, public sector is no different. The key to improving energy sources depends on having the In 1982 and 1989, the Colorado Wildlife dollars would be better spent elsewhere. freedom to develop and compete in the marketplace. This freedom means every Commission adopted resolutions opposing Please vote NO on Proposition form of energy has the right to develop. Innovation routinely fulfills the needs of wolf introduction in Colorado. In 2016, the 114. Let natural migration unfold consumers who act in their own best interests. Colorado Wildlife Commission adopted an without interference from a forced wolf Government interference orchestrated by central planning is not the way to updated resolution (Resolution 16-01) introduction and trust our state wildlife establish an energy policy. Energy is vital to our standard of living. Entrepreneurs that opposes the intentional release of experts who have a proven track record of need the freedom of a market economy to innovate to better serve mankind in all wolves into Colorado. The resolution protecting ALL wildlife. facets of life, but none more than energy. further supports the May 2005 Colorado Club 20 public lands Wolf Management Working Group committee co-chairs Phyllis Hunsinger is founder of the Freedom & Responsibility Education Enterprise Recommendations for Managing Wolves Brad McCloud Foundation in Grand Junction. The foundation provides resources to students and that Migrate into Colorado, which remains Nancy Fishering teachers in Western Colorado to promote an understanding of economics, financial in effect as guidance to Colorado Parks and Club 20 agriculture literacy and free enterprise. For more information, visit www.free-dom.us.com. Wildlife. committee co-chairs A former teacher, principal and superintendent, Hunsinger wrote “Down and Dirty: n We don’t support ballot-initiated Les Mergelman A ‘How To’ Math Book.” Reach Hunsinger by email at phyllis@free-dom.us.com. wildlife management directives that do Ron Velarde F not and cannot take into account the F
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n HOUSING & BUILDING ASSOCIATION SCHEDULES PARADE OF HOMES TO CONTINUE OCT. 9 TO 11 Business People SHARE YOUR NEWS The Business Times welcomes submissions for free Almanac NOTEWORTHY Charter Communications
The Housing & Building Association of Western Colorado publication in Business Briefs. Email submissions to has opened a Spectrum store has scheduled its annual Parade of Homes to continue Oct. 9 to 11. phil@thebusinesstimes.com or submit a news release in Grand Junction to help
The self-guided tour will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays online at the website at www.thebusinesstimes.com. customers manage their internet, and Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. The tour also will be television and other services. offered virtually. Tickets sell for $15 and are available at Safeway “Our locations in Grand Junction and online at www.gjparade.com. n CHARTER OFFERS INTERNET BACKUP Spectrum stores
“We’ve created a hybrid version of the parade. We are giving TO SPECTRUM BUSINESS CUSTOMERS team is here to parade goers an option to tour homes from the comfort of their help our local own homes virtually or they can view them in person,” said Traci Charter Communications has launched wireless internet customers who Weinbrecht, executive director of the HBA of Western Colorado. backup to keep Spectrum business customers connected. need support
Those who view homes in person are required to wear masks and “Wireless internet backup enhances our existing Spectrum in getting and refrain from touching door handles, countertops and other surfaces. business internet product by providing complete connectivity. It staying connected
Prior to touring homes, participants should download the gives our customers peace of mind knowing that their businesses during these Parade of Homes application, Weinbrecht said. “The app is a wealth of knowledge. It’s great to preview homes, plan your day, get builder will be protected,” said Dave Rodrian, group vice president of internet products for Charter Communications. Pattie Eliason uncertain times,” said Pattie information and receive map and navigation assistance.” In the event of a network disruption, the backup system Eliason, senior vice president of
Participants touring homes also will vote on people’s choice automatically activates to offer a wireless connection with unlimited Spectrum stores and retail. “They awards in three price categories and may participate in a scavenger use and no overage fees. The system enables businesses to continue are working to make our new hunt to win $500 and $250 gift certificates from American using point-of-sale systems and other applications. Wireless internet store in Grand Junction a safe, Furniture Warehouse. backup is available as an addition to Spectrum business services. convenient environment to add
The HBA of Western Colorado is a professional organization Charter Communications provides internet and cable television or manage services, shop for promoting the home building industry. For more information, call services to a total of more than 30 million customers in 41 states. devices and accessories or make 245-0253. For more information, visit https://business.spectrum.com. payments while ensuring we adhere to current local and state n WEST STAR AVIATION RECEIVES n MESA COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTER health and safety guidelines.” PLATINUM AWARD FROM GARMIN SCHEDULES JOB FEST JOB FAIR FOR OCT. 14 The store is located at 632 Market St. Hours of
West Star Aviation has received recognition for selling and The Mesa County Workforce Center in Grand Junction has operation run from 10 a.m. to installing equipment from Garmin. scheduled a job fair for Oct. 14. 8 p.m. Monday through
Lynn Boyd, manager of the West Star facility in Minneapolis, The Fall Job Fest Job Fair is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. accepted the Platinum Award on behalf of the company. event is open to veterans only from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Occupancy restrictions
“We are delighted to accept this award on behalf of the entire Weather permitting, the event will be held outdoors in a and social distancing rules West Star team,” Boyd said. “Garmin supplies quality products that parking lot near the center at the corner of North Avenue and apply. we are confident in installing in our valued customers’ aircraft.” 29 1/2 Road. In the event of inclement weather, the event will be The Spectrum store offers
West Star Aviation provides maintenance, repair and overhaul held indoors in the center. devices and accessories services at facilities at the Grand Junction Regional Airport and Curtis Englehart, director of the Mesa County Workforce compatible with Spectrum in Aspen and Denver as well as in Arizona, Illinois, Minnesota, Center, said about 35 employers are expected to participate, all of Mobile, which includes access Missouri, Tennessee and Texas. The company has been selected for them looking to fill job openings. to 5G service where available. seven consecutive years as the top MRO services provider in a survey To register and obtain quick entry and check-in to the job fair, Customers also can use their conducted for Professional Pilot magazine. visit www.connectingcolorado.com. own phones.
For more information, call (800) 922-2421 or visit the website at Store visitors also have www.weststaraviation.com. n FREDDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD & STEAKBURGERS the opportunity to experience BRINGS PACK PUMPKIN PIE CONCRETE Spectrum internet offering n SERIES OF FREE ONLINE PRESENTATIONS starting speeds of 100 megabytes PLANNED FOR 2020 SENIOR LAW DAY Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has brought back per second and plans with pumpkin pie concretes to its menu for a limited time. connections up to 1 gigabit per
A series of eight free online presentations is planned as part of The pumpkin pie concrete features frozen vanilla custard second, as well as the Spectrum the 2020 Senior Law Day. blended with a slice of pumpkin pie and topped with whipped cream TV app, which offers access to
The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado and and cinnamon. The item will be available at participating restaurants Spectrum TV content across a Colorado Legal Services have scheduled the presentations for 10 through mid-November or while supplies last. variety of platforms and devices. to 11 a.m. Fridays Oct. 9 through Dec. 4. “Our pumpkin pie concrete is a mouthwatering creation that Along with sampling and
Sessions will cover advance directives and powers of attorney, both guests and Freddy’s team members look forward to each year,” ordering Spectrum services, beneficiaries, end-of-life planning, long-term care planning, Medicaid said Scott Redler, cofounder and chief operating officer. customers also can complete and Medicare, titling assets, trusts and wills. Participants will receive Founded in 2002, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers a variety of transactions at a free 2020 Senior Law Day book. has expanded to a total of more than 375 locations in 32 states. In the store, including account
Opportunities also are available for free 15-minute, Grand Junction, Freddy’s are located at 2489 U.S. Highway 6 & 50 payments and upgrading or one-on-one consultations with lawyers. Space is limited and and 737 Horizon Drive. For more information, visit the website at exchanging equipment. registration is required. www.freddysusa.com.
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Business People Business People Almanac Almanac n COMMUNITY HOSPITAL HIRES DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES SHARE YOUR NEWS Oct. 8 The Business Times welcomes submissions n Grand Junction Master Networks referrals group
Amy Jordan will join Community for free publication in Business People and the Zoom meeting, 9 a.m. Oct. 8 and 15. New members Hospital in Grand Junction as director Almanac calendar of events. Email submissions welcome — one per profession. 216-7723 of human resources. to phil@thebusinesstimes.com or submit a news n Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce Welcome
Jordan brings to her new position release online at www.thebusinesstimes.com. Thursday Friends networking group, noon, Fiesta more than 13 years of experience in Guadalajara, 103 U.S. Highway 50. 858-3894 employee relationships, talent acquisition, n FELLOWSHIP TRAINED LARYNGOLOGIST n Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce business payrolls and benefits. She served most JOINS EARS, NOSE AND THROAT PRACTICE after hours, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Timberline Bank, recently as director of human resources 649 Market St., Grand Junction. Admission $5 for for Critical Nurse Staffing. She holds a Dr. Emily Ambrose has joined chamber members, $10 for others. 858-3894 bachelor’s degree in aviation from Utah Amy Jordan Grand Valley ENT and Facial Plastic n Business startup workshop, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Valley University and master’s of public Surgeons at Community Hospital in Business Incubator Center, 2591 Legacy Way, administration degree from the University Grand Junction. Grand Junction. Admission $55. 243-5242 of Colorado. The hospital added ear, nose Oct. 12
“Community Hospital has and throat services in 2016 and n Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce Business experienced exponential growth over expands on those services with the Builders networking group, noon Oct. 12 and 19, the past several years, and having a addition of Ambrose. She specializes Enzo’s Ristorante, 707 Horizon Drive, strong HR team is essential to the in treating airway diseases, throat Grand Junction. 858-3894 cohesive oversight of a thriving cancer and voice disorders. She's the Emily Ambrose Oct. 13 health care organization,” said Chris only fellowship trained laryngologist n Mesa County Women’s Network monthly Thomas, president and chief executive officer of Community Hospital. Chris Thomas practicing between Denver and Salt Lake City. “I am thrilled to be able to pursue my passion for luncheon meeting, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Doubletree by Hilton, 743 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction.
Community Hospital has hired nearly 1,000 employees otolaryngology and laryngology at Community Hospital,” Admission $20 for members, $25 for others. over the past three years to support such service lines as she said. “I hope to add value to the team and attract www.mcwn.org orthopedics, pulmonology, rheumatology and spine surgery. even more patients who might have otherwise traveled Oct. 15
“The hiring committee was extremely impressed by elsewhere to receive care.” n Free webinar series covering liability concerns Amy’s strong attention to detail and her critical thinking Dr. Adam Baker, an otolaryngologist and facial for small businesses, 10 to 10:30 a.m. skills in various situations,” Thomas said. “We are confident plastic surgeon with Grand Valley ENT and Facial Plastic http://grandjunctionsbdc.org/recovery Amy will prove to be a valuable asset to not only the HR Surgeons, welcomed the addition. “We are very excited to n Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce free department, but Community Hospital as a whole.” have Dr. Ambrose join our team. She is exactly the caliber webinar on overtime and minimum pay standards,
Jordan said she she’s eager to join the hospital team. of physician that you can only hope to have associated 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. www.gjchamber.org “It is exciting as an HR leader to have the opportunity to with your organization. n Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce Welcome join an organization fully committed to transformational Grand Valley ENT and Facial Plastic Surgeons is located Thursday Friends networking group, noon, processes and leading edge practices. I look forward to at 2373 G Road, Suite 270, in the medical office building Einstein Bros. Bagels, 401 Jurassic Ave., Unit 1. partnering with HR colleagues, leadership and all other adjacent to Community Hospital. For more information, call 858-3894 members of the Community team to support growth and 644-3800. Oct. 20 development as well as to focus on other strategic priorities n Business startup webinar, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 20 related to recruiting and retaining exceptional talent.” n FRUITA MONUMENT TEACHER FINALIST and 21. Admission $55. www.gjincubator.org.
For more information about Community Hospital, FOR COLORADO TEACHER OF THE YEAR n Free presentation on careers in real estate, call 242-0920 or visit https://yourcommunityhospital.com. 5:30 p.m., Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty, Lisa Crabtree, a social studies 735 Rood Ave., Grand Junction. 245-7777 n HILLTOP EXECUTIVE REAPPOINTED teacher at Fruita Monument High Oct. 21 CHAIRMAN OF STATE ADVISORY COUNCIL School, is among seven finalists for n Western Colorado Human Resource Association Colorado Teacher of the Year. monthly meeting and presentation on recognizing Will Hays of Grand Junction was The program honors a classroom hidden bias, 7:30 to 9 a.m., Bookcliff Country Club, reappointed chairman of the Colorado teacher who becomes the Colorado 2730 G Road, Grand Junction. www.wchra.org/events Juvenile Justice and Delinquency nominee for the national teacher of the n Palisade Chamber of Commerce business after Prevention Advisory Council. year competition. The winner will be hours, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Adrenaline Driven Adventures, Hays, chief operating officer announced in late October. 750 1/4 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction. Admission of Hilltop Community Resources, Lisa Crabtree Crabtree has worked in Mesa $6 in advance, $8 at the event. 464-7458 serves as a representative of profit and County School District 51 for 16 years. Upcoming nonprofit organizations on the council. She serves as social studies department chair and teaches a n Free webinar on building relationships The council is charged under the range of subjects. She received national board certification in with bankers, 9 to 10 a.m. Oct. 27. Will Hays federal Juvenile Justice and Delinquency adolescence and young adulthood social studies and history. http://grandjunctionsbdc.org/recovery Prevention Act to advise the governor She was selected in 2019 to attend the Street Law n Young Professionals Network of Mesa County and State Legislature on juvenile justice issues. The council Supreme Court Summer Institute. She’s served as Kids before hours event, 7 to 8:30 a.m. Nov. 4, reviews and approves applications for federal grant funding Voting coordinator and helped with voter registration drives. Kiln Coffee Bar, 326 Main St., Grand Junction. through the JJDP Act, monitors and evaluates projects funded She helped coordinate a naturalization ceremony and has www.ypnmc.org and oversees compliance with the core requirements of the hosted numerous guest speakers. F JJDP Act. F
