Intrepid Fiber breaks ground on Superior network

“This network will provide residents and businesses with symmetrical, multi-gigabit internet speeds which will revolutionize the city’s digital infrastructure and meet broadband demands of the future,” the company said in a news release.

Completion is expected in early 2027, with services becoming available in the third quarter of 2025. The company operates fiber networks in more than a dozen Colorado communities.

“Unlike traditional internet models where one provider owns both the infrastructure and the service, this approach puts power back in the hands of consumers,” Mayor Mark Lacis said during a speech at the groundbreaking ceremony. “Whether you’re remote working, doing online learning, telehealth, streaming, using smart home technology, fiber broadband ensures you are able to do that … With this network, we are future-proofing Superior.”

Broomfield-based Intrepid Fiber, registered as BIF IV Intrepid OpCo LLC, was launched in 2021 by Brookfield Asset Management.

Culinary Software Services names director of operations

Culinary Software Services Inc., a Boulder-based company that provides software solutions for the foodservice and hospitality industries, has promoted Holly Baumkratz to director of operations.

Baumkratz joined Culinary Software Services in 2017 and has worked as a project manager across multiple departments.

“We are excited to promote Holly to Director of Operations,” Brian Bennett, president of Culinary Software Services, said in a written statement. “Her extensive experience and proven leadership make her the ideal choice to drive operational growth and elevate our service offerings.”

Culinary Software Services’ products include ChefTec and CorTec, software solutions for recipe and menu costing, inventory control, purchasing and ordering, requisitions and transfers, and nutritional analysis.

Boulder Creek Fest returns Memorial Day weekend

Boulder Creek Festival returns to Boulder for the 36th year May 23 to 26.

“Enjoy free live music including a Friday evening kickoff concert with Steely Dead on May 23 and Magic Beans on May 24,” the festival organizers said in a news release. “Throughout the weekend there will be 30+ bands, a farmers market-style shopping experience with over 200 artisans and local businesses, delicious eats from 30+ food trucks and vendors, Creekside Beer Fest, family-friendly activities, and more to be announced.”

The Boulder Creek Festival takes place along the Boulder Creek from Ninth Street to 14th Street between Canyon Boulevard and Arapahoe Avenue.

— BizWest reports