Broomfield recognized by Economic Development Council of Colorado

Broomfield won the Large Community of the Year Award this month during the Economic Development Council of Colorado’s 2024 EDIE Award ceremony in Beaver Creek.

“The awards ceremony showcased the incredible efforts of economic development professionals who are committed to enhancing Colorado’s economy,” John Bristol, EDCC board chairman and Routt County Economic Development Partnership executive director, said in a prepared statement. “The City and County of Broomfield Economic Development’s innovative strategies and collaborative initiatives not only promote business growth but also strengthen the community as a whole.”

The EDIE Awards “highlight impactful contributions that enhance Colorado’s economic vitality and foster vibrant communities committed to resilience and quality of life,” according to the EDCC. “These awards reflect the strong partnerships among economic and workforce development organizations, educational institutions, and the business community, showcasing the remarkable efforts that drive economic growth in our state.”

Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer, R-Brighton, was among the elected officials to win 2024 Legislator of the Year awards at the ceremony.

Techstars returning to Boulder with revived accelerator program led by locals

A trio of Boulder startup scene veterans is reviving the local Techstars accelerator program, which was discontinued this year after a decision by the organization’s previous leaders to move Techstars’ headquarters from Boulder to New York.

The new program will be led by Techstars co-founder David Cohen, who resumed his longtime role as CEO of the Boulder-born startup accelerator in May; Natty Zola, former Techstars managing director who left the organization in 2020 to form the investment firm Matchstick Ventures; and Nicole Glaros, a former Techstars leader, investor, entrepreneur and member of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Denver Branch board of directors. Glaros, Cohen and Zola announced the revival of Techstars in Boulder in blog posts on Tuesday.

— BizWest reports