Colorado Springs Business Journal (CO) articles from February 2002

Colorado Springs Business Journal (CO) archives from February 2002

Colorado Democrats' redistricting plan approved by court.
February 1, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell Colorado Democrats are celebrating a Denver District Court ruling that chose their redistricting plan over one submitted by Republicans one they hope will give them another vote in Congress.Republicans initially...

CEO of El Pomar Foundation plays role in history as appointee to U.N.
February 1, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley In his address at the Jan. 28 EDC luncheon, held at the Broadmoor International Center, Bill Hybl, Chairman and CEO of El Pomar Foundation, provided a brief look into his work as U.S. Representative to the United...

Data storage firm moves its Minneapolis manufacturing operations to Colorado Springs.
February 1, 2002... Byline: Eric Grimm Plasmon Laser Magnetic Storage is moving its Minneapolis manufacturing operations to its Colorado Springs facility.Some employees from the Eden Prairie, Minn., plant are moving to Colorado Springs, but the local...

Total Office Solutions thrives, survives with smart customer service philosophy.
February 1, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley When Richard Gentile, owner of Total Office Solutions, started his own business two years ago, he knew exactly how he wanted his business model to look. With more than 20 years experience in the field of office supply...

Economic Forecast Breakfast provides food for thought.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley Several hundred business and community leaders listened intently last week as four local experts on the Springs economy shared economic insights at the annual Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) Economic...

Allegiant Air adds service to Colorado Springs.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell A small California-based airline that has had as many downs as ups hopes for smoother air when it starts daily non-stop flights from Colorado Springs to Las Vegas, beginning Valentines Day, Feb. 14.Allegiant Air,...

Expanding accounting firm in Colorado Springs celebrates 20th year.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley Imagine an out of the box certified public accountant firm entrepreneurial in its approach, yet conservative in its interpretation of ethical standards and good accounting practices. According to Jerry Biggs, Director...

Colorado Springs Real Estate Briefs February 8, 2002.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley A financiers point of viewIn a recent article for Commercial Investment Real Estate (CIRE), Benjamin Nummy, vice president with Morgan Stanley takes a look at real estate financing for todays surviving technology...

Econ. Development Corp. presents Leadership Awards.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley The Greater Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation (EDC) presented its 2001 Leadership Awards to a receptive audience of business and civic leaders at a special luncheon held on Monday, Jan. 28. Jerry...

Small Business Administration increases eligibility for loans.
February 8, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell The U.S. Small Business Administration has just made it easier for nearly 9,000 businesses to qualify as small businesses, making it possible for them to obtain attractive loan packages. Size standards are used to...

Palmer Village plan unites public vision with private know-how.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley Palmer Village Development, LLC, recently unveiled a comprehensive proposal for re-development of Colorado Springs Southwest Downtown corridor that may be the first of its kind in the country. This concept is really...

Sony keeps tight reign on software for virtual dog.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell Here, Aibo, here Aibo. Good dog! Wheres your ball?Put in the name of your choice, and its a greeting pet owners world-wide probably issue on a regular basis. But Aibo is different. You dont have to walk him, he needs...

Use of Olympic Rings without permission a major mistake.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Nilsa Hamlin The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) moved forward with two trademark infringement complaints against Discount Tires on Jan. 8 and Quiksilver, Inc. on Jan. 23. Both complaints were filed in a Federal Court in...

Colorado Springs Real Estate Briefs: February 15, 2002.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley What great news it is to hear about the redevelopment plan created by the Palmer Village Development originators (Jeff Smith, David Jenkins, Chris Jenkins, Doug Stimple and Jim Johnson head the Project Team). Not only...

Manitou Springs wants to change misconceptions.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell Its Carnivale time in Manitou Springs, and that can only mean one thing Manitous retail hibernation is about to end, and by the time the iris blooms tourists will be flocking back to this artistic enclave nestled...

Baker has recipe for business - quality ingredients and planning.
February 15, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley To look at this hip 31 year old bakery owner and entrepreneur, one might never guess that Stephen Boonzaaijer (pronounced Bone-zy-yer) comes from five generations of European-trained Dutch baking craftsmen. His...

Optimism okay for local economy, but don't get too comfortable.
February 22, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell Economic recovery or another recession it depends on who you ask.Its possible the local and national economy could be taking another trip backwards, said Rocky Scott, president of the Greater Colorado Springs...

Forensic sciences assn. holds annual conference.
February 22, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley Its one of those organizations that youve probably heard of, but didnt realize was headquartered in Colorado Springs. Like The Money Museum or the National Strength and Conditioning Association, the American Academy...

Governor of Colorado discusses transportation with rotary groups.
February 22, 2002... Byline: Lance Gurwell Cone zones and barricades are going to be part of Colorados freeway landscape for a long time if Gov. Bill Owens gets his $11.1 billion highway budget through the state legislature.Owens told members of local Rotary...

Owner of four automotive repair businesses in Colo. plans continued growth and expansion.
February 22, 2002... Byline: Becky Hurley Jeff King knows cars and how to keep them running. He has developed a successful career in the automotive repair industry, from fixing tires and changing oil to managing a service department and overseeing national...