CSBJ Best in Business 2016 by Colorado Springs Business Journal

Colorado Springs Business Journal

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CHAPTER ONE: BUSINESS SERVICES CHAPTER TWO: CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN AND ENGINEERING CHAPTER THREE: EDUCATION AND CAREERS CHAPTER FOUR: FINANCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER FIVE: GENERAL CHAPTER SIX: HEALTH CARE AND INSURANCE CHAPTER SEVEN: MEDIA AND MARKETING CHAPTER EIGHT: MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT CHAPTER NINE: NONPROFITS CHAPTER TEN: REAL ESTATE CHAPTER ELEVEN: TECHNOLOGY CHAPTER TWELVE: TOURISM, TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY WRITE-IN CATEGORIES

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BUSINESS SERVICES LAW FIRMS MCDIVITT LAW FIRM 19 E. Cimarron St. Phone: 471-3700, 877-846-4878 Web: mcdivittlaw.com Year Established: 1974 Number of Employees: 80 What makes your business stand out? “I started McDivitt Law Firm with the intention of helping Coloradans get back on their feet after an injury, and I’m proud to know the community sees we are doing just that. McDivitt Law Firm has assembled one of the best legal teams in Colorado, and we’re looking forward to many more years of serving the great communities throughout this state. It is an honor to have McDivitt Law Firm named Best Law Firm for the Colorado Springs Business Journal’s Best in Business.” — Mike McDivitt, owner and co-founder SECOND: Stinar Zendejas and Gaithe LLC coloradolawgroup.com THIRD: Mulliken Weiner Berg and Jolivet P.C. mullikenlaw.com

MOVING COMPANIES TWO MEN AND A TRUCK 3220 Fillmore Ridge Heights Phone: 602-5735 Web: twomenandatruck.com Year Established: 1993 Number of Employees: 70 What is your business philosophy? “I’d say it’s what we call our ‘grandma principle’ — treat everyone like you’d want your grandma to be treated. That way, when there’s ever any doubt, our movers know what to do.” — Eric St. Pierre, co-owner SECOND: Arrow Moving and Storage arrowmoving.net THIRD: Pikes Peak Moving and Storage pikespeakmoving.com

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OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY COMPANIES TOTAL OFFICE SOLUTIONS 931 S. Tejon St. Phone: 327-5885 Web: toscs.net Year Established: 1999 No one from Total Office Solutions was available to comment. From its website: “Total Office Solutions is everything the big box office products resellers are not. We sell office supplies, furniture and technology just like they do… but we add another layer to our business model. It’s called individual customer focus and service.” SECOND: Rhino Office rhino3d.com THIRD: Axis Business Technologies axisbt.com

OFFICE FURNITURE COMPANIES OFFICESCAPES 2506 Zeppelin Road Phone: 574-1113 Web: officescapes.com Year Established: 1951 Number of Employees: 28 What is your business philosophy? “We bet the farm on our culture, on our people. Our purpose is to harness the gifts of our people so they shine. We are one of the last companies standing as far as commercial office furniture is concerned. Our years in the business set us apart, as does our design capability.” — Peter Husack, CEO SECOND: Total Office Solutions toscs.net THIRD: Relax the Back relaxtheback.com/stores/colorado-springs

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ADD STAFF INC. 2118 Hollow Brook Drive Phone: 528-8888 Web: addstaffinc.com Year Established: 1984 Number of Employees: 19 What is your business philosophy? “I believe most people fail not because they didn’t know what to do, but because they didn’t do what they know to do. I have worked very hard to do the right thing.” — Cari Shaffer, founder/president SECOND: Robert Half roberthalf.com/Colorado-Springs THIRD: Express Employment expresspros.com/ColoradoSpringsCO

WASTE AND RECYCLING COMPANIES BESTWAY DISPOSAL/BESTWAY RECYCLING INC. 650 Santa Fe St. Phone: 633-8709 Web: bestwaydisposal.com Year Established: 1950 Number of Employees: 130 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “It may be due to the service we provide. We take care of customers as if they were our only customer.” — Judd Staton, general manager

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SECOND: Blue Star Recycling bluestarrecyclers.org THIRD: Springs Waste Systems springswaste.com

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Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin, which employs 1,500 people in Colorado Springs, won two awards this year, one in the Engineering category, the other as best Department of Defence Contractor.

CONSTRUCTION, DESIGN AND ENGINEERING ARCHITECTURAL FIRMS COLORADO DESIGN CONCEPTS, INC. 3578 Hartsel Drive, E323 Phone: 380-1090 Email: designtim@comcast.net Year Established: 1997 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “We provide services for additions, renovations and new construction for residential, as well as architectural and landscape design. Someone must have been pleased with the service and design we provided and recommended us.” — Tim Ottaway, president. SECOND: HB&A hbaa.com THIRD: OZ Architecture ozarch.com

ENGINEERING FIRMS LOCKHEED MARTIN INFORMATION SYSTEMS & GLOBAL SOLUTIONS 9970 Federal Drive Phone: 277-4000 Web: lockheedmartin.com Year Established: 1965 Number of Employees: 1,500 in Colorado Springs What makes your business stand out from all the others? “We believe that [a ?] combination of customer focus, innovative people and strong community ties sets Lockheed Martin apart.” — Kevin Barré, senior communications representative SECOND: CH2M Hill ch2m.com THIRD: RMG Engineers rmg-engineers.com

GENERAL CONTRACTORS BRYAN CONSTRUCTION 7025 Campus Drive Phone: 632-5355 Web: bryanconstruction.com Year Established: 1978 Number of Employees: 140

What makes Bryan Construction stand apart from its competition? “I think it’s the fact that we consistently try to improve our game in providing that customer service, in honesty and integrity. Companies don’t want to just negotiate a job; they are looking for a partner. The commercial construction company becomes that partner. We try to put ourselves in their shoes, in their seats. By doing that, we provide that value. At the end of the day, the product will probably look the same from one contractor to the next. It’s about the journey, the process getting to that ribbon-cutting stage and the follow-up after the project has been built. We’re not the largest construction company in town, and that pushes us to work harder.” — Scott Bryan, owner SECOND: GE Johnson gejohnson.com THIRD: Nunn Construction nunnconstruction.com

HOME BUILDERS CLASSIC HOMES 6385 Corporate Drive, Suite 200 Phone: 592-9333 Web: classichomes.com Year Established: 1989 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “Classic Homes is locally owned and operated and has been building homes in the Pikes Peak Region since 1989. Our team has delivered more than 11,000 homes to homeowners throughout Monument, Colorado Springs, Fountain and Falcon. Classic Homes builds in more neighborhoods and offers a larger selection of floor plans than any other builder in Colorado Springs. The Classic Homes team was recently honored with three 2016 Eliant Homebuyers Choice Awards for delivering excellence in customer service. One of the most notable traits about our company is the loyalty and dedication of our team. On average, our employees have worked for the company for 15 years or more. Some have been with the company since inception in 1989.” — Kim Sandoval, director of corporate marketing SECOND: Challenger Homes mychallengerhomes.com THIRD: Aspen View Homes aspenviewhomes.com

MANUFACTURING COMPANIES SPRINGS FABRICATION, INC. 850 Aeroplaza Drive Phone: 596-8830 Web: Springsfab.com Year Established: 1986 Number of Employees: 180 What makes your business stand out from all the others? “We are a unique company in that very few people in the region have our capabilities. We can build and design large and complex equipment in diversified

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areas. We’re currently supporting a large energy project in France and just finished building structures for large telescopes in Mexico. We are also working on a specialized project, shipping a machine that reconditions the inside of nuclear reactor vessels. It’s the biggest single thing we’ve built, and we also do small projects. Colorado Springs is a unique area, and I feel very fortunate to be a part of the community. It’s a great place to do business.” — Tom Neppl, owner

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SECOND: Spectranetics spectranetics.com THIRD: Qualtek Manufacturing qualtekmfg.com

MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS BERWICK ELECTRIC CO. 3450 N. Nevada Ave., No. 100 Phone: 632-7683 Web: berwickelectric.com Year Established: 1921 Number of Employees: 155 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “Our reputation for customer service at a fair price and respecting our customers.” — Doug Berwick, owner SECOND: Olson Plumbing olsonph.com THIRD: Heating and Plumbing Engineers Inc. hpeinc.com

EDUCATION AND CAREERS COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO COLORADO SPRINGS 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Phone: 255-8227 Web: uccs.edu Year Established: 1965 Number of Employees: 1,550 in the fall What makes UCCS stand out from the others? “UCCS offers nationally recognized degree programs in one of the most unique campus settings you’ll find anywhere in the country. As one of the fastest-growing universities in the state, UCCS has invested more than $200 million in new buildings, student housing and programs in the past 10 years and has plans for an equal investment by 2020. The next few years will see the opening of a new Visual and Performing Arts Center, as well as the Sports Medicine and Performance Center, specializing in research and services for sports medicine, human performance clinics and counseling services.” — Greg Hoye, director of university-wide marketing SECOND: Pikes Peak Community College ppcc.edu THIRD: Colorado College coloradocollege.edu

PRIVATE SCHOOLS THE COLORADO SPRINGS SCHOOL 21 Broadmoor Ave. Phone: 475-9747 Year Established: 1962 Number of Employees: 57 What sets Colorado Springs School apart from its competition? “CSS is a community of dynamic learners and motivated students who excel both in and out of the classroom as mentoring relationships with faculty guide each student to harness their most authentic gifts. Every student is known, loved and celebrated. Our mission: Through superior academics and mentoring, The Colorado Springs School prepares ages 3 [through] grade 12 students to think independently and to meet the needs of a dynamic world with leadership, ingenuity, problem-solving skills and personal integrity.” — Jessica James, CSS director of communications and advancement SECOND: St. Mary’s High School smhscs.org THIRD: Fountain Valley School fvs.edu

Wells Fargo has 700 employees locally and was named best bank for 2016.

ACCOUNTING FIRMS STOCKMAN KAST RYAN + CO 102 N. Cascade Ave. Phone: 630-1186 Web: skrco.com Year Established: 1995 Number of Employees: 60-70 What makes your business stand out? “That’s easy. The people we have. They are terrific people. We train them a lot, but they are all also very competent. Our main focus is client service; it’s our main goal. I’m not surprised, but I am often very happy about how they go the extra mile to serve people. That’s the trouble with this business — in accounting, your assets walk out the door every night. I could go on and on.” — Dave Kast, partner SECOND: BiggsKofford biggskofford.com THIRD: The Shafer Group theshafergroup.net

BANKS WELLS FARGO 90 S. Cascade Ave. Phone: 800-869-3557 Web: wellsfargo.com Year Established: 1866 locally; 1852 nationally Number of Employees: 700 in Colorado Springs What makes your business stand out from the competition? “It is the culture and the priority we have on helping our customers succeed. Whatever our customers’ definition of success, we want to provide the product, services and advice the customer needs.” — Cristie Drumm, vice president of corporate communications SECOND: US Bank usbank.com THIRD: FirstBank efirstbank.com

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CREDIT UNIONS ENT CREDIT UNION 7250 Campus Drive Phone: 574-1100 Web: Ent.com Year Established: 1957 Number of Employees: 660 What makes your business different? “We are purely local, and we pride ourselves in taking care of our members and doing the right thing for our members. Personal service is one of our trademarks; we always think of our members first.” — Randy Bernstein, president and CEO SECOND: Security Services Federal Credit Union ssfcu.org THIRD: Air Academy Federal Credit Union aafcu.com

FINANCIAL ADVISERS ENT CREDIT UNION 7250 Campus Drive Phone: 574-1100 Web: Ent.com Year Established: 1957 Number of Employees: 660 What is your business philosophy? “It’s pretty simple: Members matter most. Take care of the members and everything else works. We’re pretty conservative. Basically, we’re a simple operation … without members we would not have a business.” — Randy Bernstein, president and CEO SECOND: USAA usaa.com THIRD: Northwestern Mutual northwesternmutual.com

SBA LENDERS WELLS FARGO 902 N. Cascade Ave. Phone: 577-5496 Web: wellsfargo.com Year Established: 1852 in San Francisco; 1866 in Colorado Number of Employees: 700 in Colorado Springs Why do you think readers chose Wells Fargo? “At Wells Fargo, we’re committed to helping small businesses succeed financially. SBA lending is an important way we provide business owners the financing they need to build their businesses. Every SBA loan we make is helping a local business owner start, expand or invest in a business. Through SBA lending, Wells Fargo offers financing to a segment of credit-worthy small business owners who may not be able to obtain a conventional loan or loan terms that meet their business needs. For instance, if a business has limited liquidity for a down payment, a shortfall in collateral to secure a loan, or a more highly leveraged balance sheet, an SBA loan may be the right alternative. For FY 2016 through April, Wells Fargo is Colorado’s No. 1 SBA 7(a) lender in dollars (more than $62 million), and in loans (297) — up 54 percent in dollars and 58 percent in loans from a year ago.” — Cristie Drumm, vice president of corporate communications SECOND: US Bank usbank.com THIRD: Peoples Bank epeoples.com

MORTGAGE LENDERS ENT CREDIT UNION 7250 Campus Drive Phone: 574-1100 Web: Ent.com Year Established: 1957 Number of Employees: 660 Why do you think your business was chosen for this award? “In our member surveys, they say they like the service they get from us. We offer pretty fair rates; we have very few fees; and we listen to our members and are very flexible in the terms and conditions of our loans.” — Randy Bernstein, president and CEO

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SECOND: Peoples National Bank epeoples.com THIRD: Wells Fargo wellsfargo.com

GENERAL AUTO DEALERS FARICY BOYS 4950 New Car Drive Phone: 636-1333 Web: faricy.com Year Established: 1942 No one from Faricy Boys was available to speak to the CSBJ. From its website: “We truly care about our customers and want them to walk away happy for years to come. We’re always willing to help, whether it’s jeep-buying advice, or real-life suggestions about making a trade-in. Every driver deserves the wave of satisfaction that comes with getting behind the wheel of a perfect-fitting car. Our staff aims to do that every time by being attentive, passionate, knowledgeable, and open-minded. We’re certain that auto shoppers will drive away from The Faricy Boys smiling!” SECOND: Perkins Motors perkinsmotors.com THIRD: Larry H. Miller Toyota of Colorado Springs toyotaofcoloradosprings.com

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CRAFT BREWERIES AND BREW PUBS BRISTOL BREWING 1604 S. Cascade Ave. Phone: 633-2555 Year Established: 1994 Number of employees: 65

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What sets Bristol apart from its competitors? “Our business model is based on the community, doing what’s best for the community as a whole. That’s what sets us apart from the rest of the breweries in Colorado Springs and in the state. We set aside a part of our budget to donate to nonprofits. Called our Karma Hour, we donated $1 per pint sold during the hour to a specific nonprofit. We also participate in fundraising. Our goal is to be an active part of the community, to work to make it a better place to live.” — Kristen Olson, former minister of community and director of events SECOND: Phantom Canyon Brewing Co. phantomcanyon.com THIRD: Red Leg Brewing Company redlegbrewing.com

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS PIKES PEAK ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS 430 N. Tejon St., Suite 101 Phone: 633-7718 Web: ppar.com Year Established: 1902 Number of Employees: 23 What makes your association stand out? “We’re the second largest Realtor association in the state, and we have a lot of leadership at the state association. The PPAR interviews candidates at all levels, city council, county commissioner, school boards. We endorse candidates and provide funding. We’re very involved in the community. We also meet monthly with the city, the county, the Colorado Springs Regional Business Alliance and the Colorado Springs Housing & Building Association.” — Terry Storm, president and CEO SECOND: Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs cshba.com THIRD: El Paso County Bar Association elpasocountybar.org

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HEALTH CARE AND INSURANCE HOME HEALTH CARE AGENCIES INTERIM HEALTHCARE OF COLORADO SPRINGS 1901 N. Union Blvd., Suite 200 Phone: 632-9900 Web: interimhealthcare.com/Coloradosprings Year Established: 1973 Number of Employees: 400 What makes Interim HealthCare unique? “Interim HealthCare of Colorado Springs is a premier organization committed to providing quality health care to the people of Southeastern Colorado. Our commitment is to treat our clients, employees and consumers of Interim HealthCare services with respect and dignity. Interim HealthCare of Colorado Springs provides services to clients, physicians and payers that consistently meets or exceeds the standards of care. We are a locally owned (second-generation) business that provides a true continuum of care — from pediatric care to hospice. We offer skilled nursing, therapy and non-medical/private pay for in-home or facility needs. Interim HealthCare contributes thousands of dollars to local charities, community events, fundraising efforts and supports many senior activities.” —Conan Conboy, director of sales and marketing SECOND: Visiting Angels visitingangels.com/elder-home-care-coloradosprings-co THIRD: Right at Home rightathome.net/colorado-springs

HOSPITALS UCHEALTH MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 1400 East Boulder St. Phone: 365-5000 Web: uchealth.org/southerncolorado Year Established: 1911 Number of Employees: 3,876 What makes Memorial stand out from its competition? “Memorial Hospital is a proud part of UCHealth, a health care system recognized as a national leader in quality, research and outcomes. Memorial’s affiliation with a top academic hospital and the [University of Colorado] School of Medicine ensures patients in the Pikes Peak region not only have access to advanced care close to home, but also to clinical trials and nationally renowned experts. In the past three years, UCHealth has invested more than $130 million in infrastructure and service improvements at Memorial Hospital Central near downtown and Memorial Hospital North in Briargate. Patients now have the benefit of remodeled, private rooms; six new primary care locations; a new, state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization lab and cardiac clinic; and a recently opened radiation oncology treatment center. “Memorial is ranked among the best hospitals in Colorado by U.S. News & World Report and also is the official hospital of the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs.” — Cary Vogrin, Memorial spokeswoman SECOND: Centura Health centura.org THIRD: St. Francis Medical Center penrosestfrancis.org

INSURANCE BROKERS - COMMERCIAL USAA 1855 Telstar Drive Phone: 800-531-8722 Web: usaa.com Year Established: 1922 Number of Employees: 1,700 in Colorado Springs What makes your business stand out from other insurers? “Culture. Our members are active duty military, veterans and their families, those who have kept this country free. The feeling you get in helping the military is really wonderful. Core values aren’t just bumper stickers here. We really go by service, loyalty, honesty and integrity. This organization started in 1922 to help the military and family for their insurance, banking, investment products, helping them with their claims. It’s that culture of doing the right thing because it’s the right thing to do for those who have given the most for their country. It’s not about profits. It’s about doing the right thing.” — Jim Hannon, site director SECOND: Six and Geving Insurance six-geving.com THIRD: CB Insurance centralbancorp.com/insurance

MEDICAL FACILITIES PENROSE-ST. FRANCIS HEALTH SERVICES 2222 N. Nevada Ave. Phone: 776-5000 Website: penrosestfrancis.org Year Established: 1887 Number of Employees: 3,300 Why were you chosen for the award? “Penrose-St. Francis Health Services includes Penrose Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center. Penrose-St. Francis has been named one of ‘America’s 50 Best Hospitals’ for nine years in a row (2008-2016) by Healthgrades, plus we are Southern Colorado’s only Magnet Recognized hospital. We are part of Centura Health, Colorado and western Kansas’ largest hospital and health care network. Our mission is to extend the healing ministry of Christ by caring for those who are ill and by nurturing the health of the people in our communities. Penrose-St. Francis will be investing more than $700 million into the health care infrastructure in Colorado Springs to further our mission of nurturing the health of the community. We continue to provide unique and innovative ways to help keep our community healthy, from employer-based wellness programs, violence and injury prevention, to unique community partnerships.” — Chris Valentine, director of marketing and communications SECOND: Memorial Hospital uchealth.org/southerncolorado THIRD: Colorado Springs Health Partners cshp.net

PHYSICAL REHABILITATION CENTERS COLORADO SPRINGS ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP Address: 1259 Lake Plaza Drive, Suite 100 Phone: 632-7669 Web: csog.net Year Established: CSOG: 1994; Rehab: 2014 Number of Employees: CSOG: 149; Rehab: 35 What’s your business model? “To help you recover from an orthopedic condition, injury or surgery, Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group offers on-site physical and occupational therapy at both our northern and southern campuses. A major advantage of offering rehabilitation services in-house is that our doctors and therapy team can work closely to maintain continuity of care. Together, your doctor and therapist will oversee your care, working hand-in-hand to help shorten your recovery time and ensure optimal outcomes. Our goal is to get you back to work, sports or your active lifestyle as quickly and safely as possible. “For unsurpassed, individualized physical and occupational therapy services in El Paso County, you can depend on Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group’s team of certified therapists to alleviate your pain, improve your strength and maximize your range of motion, function and independence.” —Nora Lamendola, marketing manager SECOND: Pikes Peak Therapy pikespeakregionalhospital.com THIRD: Spectrum Rehabilitation spectrumrehab.net

PHYSICIAN GROUPS COLORADO SPRINGS HEALTH PARTNERS 2 S. Cascade Ave., Suite 140 (administrative offices) Phone: 538-2900 Web: cshp.net Year Established: 1946 Number of Employees: 700 What’s different about the way CSHP conducts business? “CSHP turns 70 this year, and we are proud to call ourselves home to over 100,000 residents. Our commitment to care coordination, from the day an appointment is scheduled through a hospital stay and beyond, is what we believe provides our patients with their best opportunity for success in reaching their health potential. CSHP has continuously ranked in the top five nationally in our work with patients to manage blood pressure and diabetes across more than 45 practices and 40 million patients participating in the American Medical Group Association’s collaborative on chronic disease. Our patients tell us they appreciate that we use one electronic health record, so whether they are seen in one of our primary care offices or by one of our 27 specialties, their information is available to the provider.” — Lynne Jones, vice president of business development and marketing SECOND: Mountain View Medical Group P.C. mvmg.com THIRD: Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group csog.net

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We would love to thank the CSBJ voters for recognizing Integrity Urgent Care as one of the Best of the Best.

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It is a honor to serve our Colorado Springs community.

MACKENZIE PLACE 1605 Elm Creek View Phone: 633-8181 Web: mackenzieplace.com Year Established: 2008 Number of Employees: 120 What drives your business? “We take being the best seriously! We believe in doing the right thing for our seniors and that comes across in the way we smile, laugh, care, serve and take care of our residents. We have two forms of independent living — cottages for purchase and apartments for lease. We also offer beautiful assisted living and our special memory care apartments. Our restaurants serve fantastic food; we have entertainment, activities and outings. Two senior fitness specialists offer classes in our Prime Fit gym seven days a week and we have a spa and massage therapist. Our goal is to offer top-notch customer service. Care, when needed, is layered on top and you end up with well-cared-for residents and happy families. Our employees are pretty happy, too. It’s a great place and we are thrilled to be recognized. We value being in Colorado Springs and try to give back to our community in ways like our free and open-to-the-public Fresh Air Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Nancy Lewis Park in June, July and August.” — Barb Bossi, sales adviser SECOND: Inn at Garden Plaza innatgardenplaza.com THIRD: Brookdale Skyline brookdale.com/Skyline

URGENT CARE FACILITIES COLORADO SPRINGS HEALTH PARTNERS 2 S. Cascade Ave., Suite 140 (administrative offices) Phone: 538-2900 Web: cshp.net Year Established: 1946 Number of Employees: 700

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What is CSHP’s business philosophy? “CSHP strives to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care to our patients, health care partners and the Pikes Peak community. Since joining DaVita HealthCare Partners in 2015, its mission has become ours — “to be the provider, partner and employer of choice,” which we accomplish through guiding principles of being physician-led in both patient care and practice leadership. We’re patient-centered — patients and their families are at the core of our care model — and clinically focused and achieving best practice milestones while helping patients achieve their personal health goals. As provider community members, we collaborate with hospital systems, long-term and skilled nursing facilities, our physician colleagues and many other care delivery professionals to better outcomes for individuals and manage the health of our entire community. CSHP has a 70-year legacy of serving people of the Pikes Peak region with a commitment to continue to do so long into its future.” — Lynne Jones, vice president of business development and marketing SECOND: Penrose Urgent Care penrosestfrancis.org/psf/specialties/urgent-care THIRD: Integrity Urgent Care integrityurgentcare.com

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SOCIALSEO 5475 Mark Dabling Blvd., Suite 210 Phone: 725-6400 Web: socialseo.com Year Established: 1998 Number of Employees: 50

What is your business philosophy? “We’ve been blessed with lots of local relationships over the years — where we’ve done work for many, many companies. We’re honored and humbled by their view that we are the best there is. We want to treat every customer with respect and to conduct business with honesty and integrity.” — Richard Stark, vice president of business development SECOND: Blakely + Co. blakelycompany.com THIRD: AdPro 360 adproresults.com

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GRAPHIC DESIGNERS COPILOT CREATIVE 4 S. Wahsatch Ave., Suite 120 Phone: 387-9763 Web: copilotcreative.com Year Established: 1975 Number of Employees: 3 What is your business philosophy? “CoPilot Creative is a branding and design studio. We create compelling identities, websites, marketing materials and stories that add value to brands. We do our best work for clients who are passionate about what they do. Clients willing to take a risk, try something new and build a long term strategic relationship. We work best when our clients have a solid product and believe in what they are selling. We also love beer … and bikes.” — Austin Buck, design “flight officer” SECOND: Sandia sandiaadvertising.com THIRD: Fastsigns of Colorado fastsigns.com

PROMOTIONAL ITEMS BING PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS 525 E. Fountain Blvd., Suite 114 Phone: 538-0040 Web: Bingpromo.com Year Established: 1989 Number of Employees: 5 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “Our customer service is the best there is. We make sure every client is happy and stand behind every product we sell. We also have the largest showroom in town — 1,600 square feet — and cater to all types of businesses from nonprofits to large corporations, in and outside of Colorado Springs. Our personnel are trained to know legal ramifications for product safety and are fully aware of what needs to be conveyed to our customers.” — Craig Hohfeldt, chief financial officer SECOND: The Doodler thedoodler.com THIRD: Proforma Peak Marketing proforma.com/peakmarketing

WEB AND MOBILE DEVELOPMENT 720MEDIA 723 N. Weber St., Suite 400 Phone: 634-7021 Web: 720media.com Year Established: 2000 Number of Employees: 2 What is your business philosophy? “We’ve always defined our success by our clients’ success. We believe in over-delivering and creating tremendous value for our customers, which is why we have a very strong retention rate. Some of our clients have been with us for [more than] 10 years. We have the experience and expertise to provide a new website solution for any budget, along with the personal touch customer service our clients appreciate.” — Taa Dixon, owner SECOND: Infront Webworks infront.com THIRD: Crystal Peak Design crystalpeak.com

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MILITARY AND GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE CONTRACTORS LOCKHEED MARTIN INFORMATION SYSTEMS & GLOBAL SOLUTIONS 9970 Federal Drive Phone: 277-4000 Web: lockheedmartin.com Year Established: 1965 Number of Employees: 1,500 in Colorado Springs What’s different about Lockheed Martin? “We’re proud to have been a part of the Colorado Springs community for more than 50 years. In that time, we’ve gained a deep understanding of our customers’ global security missions, developed a world-class team of innovative employees and built strong partnerships with the local community.” — Kevin Barré, senior communications representative SECOND: Braxton Technologies braxtontech.com THIRD: CH2M Hill ch2m.com

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Why do you think Woodman Valley Chapel was chosen for the award? “First off, there are lots of great churches all around Colorado Springs, and it’s wonderful that the love of God is being shared all across the city. So we’re not in competition with other churches; we want to see the good news of Jesus being shared through churches in every neighborhood. We’re humbled that someone would give Woodmen a shout out in the Business Journal. We are all about loving people and seeing lives changed through the power of Christ. People are joining Woodmen to worship and learn, connect with one another in community, grow in their faith and contribute side-by-side to the work of ministry. Woodmen is a welcoming place for all kinds of people to experience belonging and relationship and to come together to make a difference in our city and beyond.” — Don McCaleb, creative director

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CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road Phone: 633-9925 Web: cmzoo.org Year Established: 1926 Number of Employees: 100 year-round Why does the zoo deserve this award? “We feel very fortunate to have such strong support from the Colorado Springs community. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, we rely on the community to support us not only through admissions and membership but also through donations, endowments and grants. We believe that the community supports us because we provide them with quality, up-close experiences with active and well-cared-for animals, in a setting that is unmatched by any other zoo in the country. We also continually invest in our infrastructure, which includes building enhanced homes for our animals and improving services for our guests, which allows us to welcome more guests every year.” — Erica Meyer, public relations manager SECOND: Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado careandshare.org THIRD: CASA of the Pikes Peak Region casappr.org

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REAL ESTATE - COMMERCIAL HOFF & LEIGH 1257 Lake Plaza Drive, Suite 225 Phone: 800-866-3128 Web: hoffleigh.com Year Established: 1987 Number of Employees: 34

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES - COMMERCIAL GRIFFIS/BLESSING 102 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 550 Phone: 520-1234, 888-520-1234 Web: griffisblessing.com Year Established: 1985 Number of Employees: 300

What sets the company apart from its competition? “Our commitment to our clients. We truly offer the best service. It’s the relationship we’ve built with our clients across the city for a generation. We’ve been doing this for 30 years. My personal business philosophy is: Make your avocation your vocation so you never have to work a day in your life.” — Tim Leigh, cofounder

What makes your business stand out from its competition? “The people is what differentiates us from others. We’re a 100 percent service business — we offer property management services, facilities management services and construction management services.” — B.J. Hybl, president and COO

SECOND: Olive Real Estate Group, Inc. olivereg.com THIRD: CBRE Inc. cbre.us

SECOND: Olive Real Estate Group, Inc. olivereg.com THIRD: Cameron Butcher and Greccio Housing (tie) cameronbutcher.com greccio.org

REAL ESTATE-RESIDENTIAL RE/MAX PROPERTIES, INC. 2630 Tenderfoot Hill St. Phone: 540-4663 Web: homescolorado.com Year Established: 1986 Number of Employees: 24 employees and 190 broker associates What is your business philosophy?[graf break here?] “We’re big on providing super service to our buyers and sellers. Our business philosophy is providing an atmosphere where the broker associates can excel. We take super care of our agents so they can take super care of their buyers.” — Joe Clement, founder and owner

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANIES - RESIDENTIAL GRIFFIS/BLESSING 102 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 550 Phone: 520-1234 Web: griffisblessing.com Year Established: 1985 Number of Employees: 300 Why do you think this business was chosen for this award? “It’s reflective of the service we provide. They’re voting based on the performance our employees are providing them.” — B.J. Hybl, president and COO

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TECHNOLOGY INTERNET AND BROADBAND PROVIDERS CENTURYLINK Web: centurylink.com Year Established: 1968 Number of Employees: 233 in Colorado Springs No one from CenturyLink was available to speak with the CSBJ. From its website: “CenturyLink is one of the largest telecommunications companies in the United States, offering high-speed internet and home phone service. Your home is your happy place. CenturyLink home services are meant to keep it that way.” SECOND: Springs Hosting springshosting.com THIRD: Simple Works simpleworksit.com

IT COMPUTER SUPPORT COMPANIES AMNET 219 W. Colorado Ave., Suite 200 Phone: 442-6683 Web: amnet.net Year established: 1998 Number of employees: 14 What’s your business philosophy? “When our clients prosper, so do we. Proper application of technology makes companies better, more profitable and better protected. When we meet with our clients each quarter, we take the time to understand their goals and pains. Without this, how would we be able to deliver a technology solution to help them to prosper?” — Trevor Dierdorff, president and CEO SECOND: Springs Hosting springshosting.com THIRD: Navakai, Inc. navakai.com

TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES CENTURYLINK Web: centurylink.com Year Established: 1968 Number of Employees: 233 in Colorado Springs No one from CenturyLink was available to speak with the CSBJ. From its website: “Businesses have trusted CenturyLink for years, and now they can trust us with their most advanced IT needs as new technologies evolve and cloud computing takes root. This is a great win for Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region.” — Penny Larson, CenturyLink vice president and general manager for greater Colorado SECOND: Springs Hosting springshosting.com THIRD: Peak Communications gopeak.com

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TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY CATERING COMPANIES PICNIC BASKET CATERING, CRAVINGS SPECIAL EVENTS AND BUFFALO GALS GRILLING CO. 1701 S. Eighth St. Phone: 635-0200 Web: bestcaterer.net Year Established: 1989 Number of Employees: 30-40 full-time, 50-70 half-time What makes your business stand out from its competition? “Good food is important, but it’s just as much about the high quality of the service as the food. We have amazing service and support staff who make it come together. The whole operation is wonderful, not just the food.” — Michelle Talarico, co-owner SECOND: Garden of the Gods Gourmet godsgourmet.com THIRD: Front Range Barbeque frbbq.com

CONFERENCE/MEETING FACILITIES THE BROADMOOR HOTEL 1 Lake Ave. Phone: 634-7711 Web: broadmoor.com Year Established: 1918 Number of Employees: 1,600 What is your business philosophy? “Our philosophy is simple, and that is to meet the needs of our guests, offer a diversity of experiences, accommodations, amenities and activities, and to have each of these elements delivered with the best in service. We have been doing that for 98 years. I firmly believe that is the cornerstone of our success.” — Jack Damioli, CEO SECOND: The Antlers antlers.com THIRD: Cheyenne Mountain Resort cheyennemountain.com

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GOLF COURSES PATTY JEWETT GOLF SHOP 900 E. Espanola St. Phone: 385-6935 Web: pattyjewettgolfshop.com Year Established: 1898 Number of Employees: 85 Why do you think readers chose Patty Jewett? “Patty Jewett has long been a favorite for golfers, with its rich history, location in the heart of the city, outstanding views … and an old school charm makes this municipal golf course the “Cheers of Golf” in Colorado Springs. Patty Jewett Golf Course, is the third oldest public course west of the Mississippi, built in 1898, and has been city-owned since 1919. The entrance sets the elegant mood, complete with a wonderful wrought-iron gate and a drive down a narrow road lined with a canopy of 100-year-old trees. The 18-hole course has a par of 72 and can challenge even the most experienced golfer.” — Patrick Gentile, golf division superintendent SECOND: The Broadmoor broadmoor.com/golf-courses THIRD: Colorado Springs Country Club cscountryclub.com

HOTELS THE BROADMOOR HOTEL 1 Lake Ave. Phone: 634-7711 Web: broadmoor.com, Year Established: 1918 Number of Employees: 1,600 What is The Broadmoor’s business philosophy? “There are many things that make us stand out, other than the obvious ones of size and history. The Broadmoor’s business philosophy is to provide the best in quality, service, training, amenities and facilities.” — Allison Scott, public relations manager SECOND: Cheyenne Mountain Resort cheyennemountain.com THIRD: The Mining Exchange miningexchangehotel.com

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MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES COLORADO SPRINGS FINE ARTS CENTER 30 West Dale St. Phone: 634-5581 Web: csfineartscenter.org Year Established: 1936 Number of Employees: 48 Why do you think readers chose the FAC? “The Fine Arts Center has been a cultural pillar in the community for nearly 100 years. We strive to provide exceptional arts experiences and continually push ourselves to make each year bigger and better than the last. We love you Colorado Springs!” — Amanda Weston, media relations and outreach manager SECOND: Garden of the Gods Visitor Center gardenofgods.com THIRD: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum cspm.org

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road Phone: 633-9925 Web: cmzoo.org Year Established: 1926 Number of Employees: 100 year-round

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BEST BUSINESS WITH A SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE ALL SEASONS LLC 1610 S. Tejon St. Phone: 632-3368 Web: all-seasons.com Year Established: 1986 Number of Employees: 7 What sets your company apart from the competition? “While residential property management is the same at its core, our company focuses on far more than just collecting the rent and coordinating maintenance for the property. All Seasons is currently the only certified residential management company in southern Colorado and one of fewer than 50 worldwide (a certification the company received from the National Association of Residential Property Managers in 2008). We have clients and customers that truly believe in what we do. [We will] continue what we have done for the past 30 years — provide quality, well-managed rental homes with a great emphasis on service and maintaining what is likely one of the homeowner’s biggest investments to the highest standards. Through doing this, we continually strive to give a better name to our industry and landlords, as a whole.” — Matt Rogers, vice president SECOND: Social SEO socialseo.com THIRD: Bryan Construction and Griffis Blessing (tie) bryanconstruction.com griffisblessing.com

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WRITE IN CATEGORIES: BEST BOSS SCOTT BRYAN Bryan Construction 7025 Campus Drive Phone: 632-5355 Web: bryanconstruction.com Year Established: 1978 Number of Employees: 140 What do you think about receiving this award? “I’m very humbled, first of all to be chosen. It’s a great honor. There are a lot of great bosses out there. To be nominated is a tremendous honor. I think a lot of it is the culture we’ve developed. We have a great culture here at Bryan Construction. Our mission statement is about having fun in it, we do a lot of activities with the employees, including a standing barbecue every month. We just have a great culture. That’s not just me; that’s the attitude, I think. It’s everybody.” — Scott Bryan SECOND: Greg Walthour Social SEO socialseo.com THIRD: John Stinar Stinar, Zendejas and Gaithe, LLC coloradolawgroup.com

BEST BUSINESS POWER LUNCH AND HAPPY HOUR NOSH Plaza of the Rockies, First Floor, South Tower 121 S. Tejon St. Phone: 634-6674 Web: nosh121.com No one from Nosh was available to speak with the CSBJ. From its website: “Our goal is for you to have a memorable time. We hope to obtain this through amazing service, as well as vibrant aromas and flavors. We like to think that there is no such thing as a bad combination of ingredients in food or drink, as long as quality ingredients are being used, the proportions are appropriate, and there is a level of excellence in the execution.” SECOND: The Famous thefamoussteakhouse.net THIRD: Sonterra Grill Innovative Southwest Grill sonterragrill.com

OLD COLORADO CITY FARMERS MARKET Bancroft Park Year Established: 1982 Number of employees: 1 Why do you think the market earned this recognition? “We have a real farmers market — not a place to see stuff that should be in a flea market. Every week, we have four or five farmers, with real food. We sell specialty food, but not a lot of crafts.” — Frank Schmidt SECOND: Colorado Farm and Art Market farmandartmarket.com THIRD: Acacia Park downtowncs.com/experience-downtown/sunday-market-downtown.html

BEST GOLF TOURNAMENT MAYOR’S CUP Web: coloradosprings.gov Email: mayorsuthers.com Year Established: 2011 Number of Employees: volunteer-based What is the purpose of the Mayor’s Cup? “The Mayor’s Cup is deserving of the award because of its tradition of supporting great city causes. Specifically, Spirit of the Springs and scholarships for individuals wishing to pursue city careers such as police, fire and/or city administration positions. Secondly, we support The First Tee of Pikes Peak, which uses golf to teach nine core values to underprivileged youth.” — Cathy Matthews-Kane, general manager of the Country Club of Colorado and an organizer of the event SECOND: HBA at Garden of the Gods nocohba.com/events-calendar/annual-golf-tournament THIRD: Springs Rescue Mission springsrescuemission.org/events

BEST NETWORKER TREVOR DIERDORFF Amnet 219 W. Colorado Ave., Suite 200 Phone: 442-6683 Web: amnet.net Year Established: 1998 Number of Employees: 14 Why is networking important? “Many of our competitors are adamant about not visiting their customers’ sites. Remote support is far more efficient. We make a point of being on-site at each of our client sites at least monthly. Facetime is inefficient; and it is critical to client satisfaction and retention. Our clients tell us that they stay with us because we are responsive, friendly and competent. One client recently remarked that, ‘Amnet

support is reliable as dial tone.’ I can think of a few things more consistent like the sun rising in the east, but dial tone is pretty good. I’ll take it.” — Trevor Dierdorff, CEO SECOND: Jennifer Taylor Colorado Springs Regional Business Alliance coloradospringsbusinessalliance.com THIRD: Jenifer Furda, csbj.com (tie) Michael Pennica, pennicafinancial.com Carrie Simison, csindy.com

BEST NEW PLACE TO EAT, MEET AND GREET BONNY & READ 101 N. Tejon St., Suite 102 Phone: 896-4145 Web: bonnyandreadseafood.com Year Established: 2015 Number of Employees: 20 What’s your business philosophy? “I think my business philosophy is always trying to improve our food and service, and changing our menu to change with the times. Food is constantly changing. Making sure our staff and customers are happy and having a great experience when they come in.” — Joe Campana, owner SECOND: Burrowing Owl facebook.com/The-Burrowing-Owl-1450232321925227 Third: Brooklyn’s on Boulder facebook.com/LeeSpirits

BEST PLACE TO GO WHEN RED SHOULD NOT BE ON YOUR WHITE AND BLUE PRESSED 4 TIME P.O. Box 49771 Phone: 599-5325 Web: pressed4time.com/local-dry-cleaners/co/colorado-springs-co Year Established: 2005 in Colorado Springs Number of Employees: 11

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What makes Pressed 4 Time different from its competitors? “We’ve been doing this for 11 years. I think people really appreciate the quality of service you get. And since we’re not exclusively tied to any single dry cleaning facility, we get to pick and choose the best for our customers. We’re kind of like a professional athlete’s agent, always looking out for our clients’ best interests.” — Scott Randall, owner of local franchise SECOND: Continental Cleaners colorado-springs.continentaldiscountcleaners.com THIRD: Summit Cleaners summitcleaners.com

BEST PLACE TO GRAB A CUP OF COFFEE DUTCH BROTHERS COFFEE Multiple locations Web: Dutchbros.com Year Established: 2009 What makes your business stand out? “I think it’s our fast, high-energy and genuine business. We stay true to our core values of speed, quality and service and don’t sacrifice one for another. We make sure everything we serve is of the utmost quality and if someone doesn’t love it the first time, we’ll replace it for free.” — Dave Szopa, regional manager SECOND: Wild Goose Meeting House wildgoosemeetinghouse.com THIRD: Pikes Perk, The Perk Downtown pikesperkcolorado.com, theperkdowntown.com

BEST PLACE TO GRUB AND RUN (FOOD TRUCK) PIG LATIN Beside 112 E Boulder St. Phone: 347-1144 Web: Piglatintruck.com Year Established: 2013 Number of Employees: 2 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “In reference to, ‘Best Place to Grub and Run,’ that’s exactly what we’re trying to do. We let our customers know where we will be parked and at what times to make it easy to grab food that is served from a food truck but tastes like it’s from a restaurant. And we don’t just serve Latin food — we also serve pig. I think we fill a void in town and keep up with modern business practices.” — Andres Velez, owner SECOND: Potato Potato facebook.com/potatopotatocos THIRD: Lucy I’m Home facebook.com/lucyimhomeco

BEST NETWORKING GROUP Cool Grrrls Contact: facebook.com/CoolGrrrlsCOS/?fref=ts Year Established: 2014 What makes Cool Grrrls different from other networking groups? “Cool Grrrls started when one of my friends was talking about how she had more time to connect with other women since her daughters were older — but that she didn’t know how to do that. We started a group so our friends could meet the cool friends of our cool friends. I’m astounded as how it’s grown. We had maybe 10 people the first time. And we just keep getting bigger and bigger. There’s no agenda — it’s a non-networking networking event. It’s a chance to connect with the friends of your friends. You know you have cool friends, so come meet the cool friends of your cool friends.” — Carrie Simison, publisher of the Colorado Springs Independent, founder of Cool Grrrls

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SECOND: Colorado Springs Young Professionals facebook.com/cosyoungpros THIRD: CSBJ Breakfast with the Journal csbj.com

BEST PLACE FOR A BUSINESS LUNCH THE FAMOUS STEAKHOUSE 31 N. Tejon St. Phone: 227-7333 Website: thefamoussteakhouse.net Year Established: 2002 Number of Employees: 20

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Why visit The Famous? “I have been going there for over a decade and the food and service have never changed. They have both always been great. That’s hard to accomplish for such an extended period and it is the reason for its consistent success, plus the room just feels great to be in. It has the ‘X Factor’ some rooms have.” — Perry Sanders, owner SECOND: McKenzie’s Chophouse mackenzieschophouse.com THIRD: Phantom Canyon and Sonterra Grill phantomcanyon.com sonterragrill.com

BEST PLACE TO GRAB A BLOODY MARY AND A BREAKFAST MEETING OVER EASY 28 S. Tejon St. Phone: 471-2311 Web: overeasycolorado.com Year Established: 2012 Number of Employees: 105 What makes Over Easy so successful? “We strive to keep our menus fresh and innovative, sourcing locally when possible and committed to the communities that we choose to do business in. We create an environment for our employees that encourages and rewards hard work and offers an upward track for those interested in a career in hospitality. We promote a balanced approach to life with all employees that stresses health, wellness and enjoying work.” — Randy Price, owner SECOND: 503W 503w.co THIRD: Omelette Parlor co-spgs-omeletteparlor.com

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BEST PLACE TO PAMPER YOUR PET WAG ‘N WASH NATURAL FOOD & BAKERY 1625 W. Uintah Ave. Phone: 457-9274 Web: wagnwash.com Year Established: 1999 Number of Employees: 8 in Colorado Springs What is your business philosophy? “Wag ‘n Wash started as a way for Dan and Jef to leave the chaos of the corporate world and do something they were passionate about (work with dogs and dog-people). Their focus hasn’t changed — they’re active in the community and support many local events and nonprofits. The company’s one–sentence business philosophy is simple and direct: It’s where you can wash ‘em, feed ‘em and spoil ‘em all in one cool place!” — Sue Ager, marketing director SECOND: Peak Pet Nanny of Colorado Springs coloradospringspetnanny.com THIRD: PetSmart petsmart.com

BEST PLACE TO PAMPER YOURSELF MATEOS SALON AND DAY SPA 5919 Delmonico Drive Phone: 266-9295 Web: mateosdayspa.com No one from Mateos was available to speak with the CSBJ. From its website: “We pride ourselves on customer service. If there is anyway we can serve you better, please tell us. Everyone who enters our facility is to have a wonderful, relaxing experience. Our treatments are top notch (and so is our staff!) so come relax with us... you’re in the best of hands.” SECOND: The Broadmoor Hotel broadmoor.com THIRD: Beauty Bar Inc. beautybar-inc.com

#COOLGRRRLS COLORADO SPRINGS a non-networking networking group

Happy to be rubbing elbows with the readers of the Colorado Springs Business Journal! At Cool Grrrls Happy Hour our whole goal is to connect women with girlfriends of their girlfriends! Every other month or so we gather at a local bar, restaurant or neat little hole in the wall to eat, drink and meet some of the most awesome women in the region. Many of us have ended up doing business together. Some of us have found a new cycling partner. All of us look forward to seeing everyone at the next event. Sometimes there’s a show involved. Sometimes a charity angle. But never an agenda.

To be informed about upcoming events follow us on Facebook at Cool Grrrls COS.

Thanks for voting for us in Best In Business!

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BEST PLACE TO TAME YOUR MANE (HAIRDRESSER) VEDA SALON 7443 N. Academy Blvd. Phone: 314-1480 Web: Coloradoveda.com Year Established: 1996 Number of Employees: 180 Why do you think your business was chosen for the award? “I think our customers appreciate our business’s community involvement. We’re a local company that gives back and supports Colorado Springs’ for-profits and nonprofits to keep the city amazing. We’re everywhere in the community when needed and I think our customers appreciate that because they want to align themselves and spend their money with a purpose.” — Carrie Perkins, owner

(TIE) BEST PLACE TO TAME YOUR MANE (HAIRDRESSER) SALON RAIN 5585 Erindale Drive, Suite 105 Phone: 638-6716 Web: facebook.com/pages/Salon-Rain/159227820802084 Year Established: 2009 No one at Salon Rain was available to speak with the CSBJ. SECOND: Salon Frank Paul salonfrankpaul.com THIRD: Planet Hair facebook.com/Planet-Hair-146505058707653

BEST PLACE TO WORK GRIFFIS/BLESSING 102 N. Cascade Ave., Suite 550 Phone: 520-1234, 888-520-1234 Web: Griffisblessing.com Year Established: 1985 Number of Employees: 300 What is your business philosophy? “We are driven to provide the highest level of service we can. Within the organization, we have a number of awards. One is the Core Value Award given monthly. Another is the You Rock based on performance, and we have the Above and Beyond Award that can be given on the spot — a gift certificate. We have a commercial side and a multi-family side — those are our clients, the residents and the tenants.” — B.J. Hybl, president SECOND: Bryan Construction bryanconstruction.com THIRD: Social SEO socialseo.com

BEST RADIO STATION FOR BUSINESS NEWS KRDO NEWS RADIO 1240 AM/105.5 FM 399 S. 8th St. Phone: 632-1515 Web: krdo.com/newsradio KRDO News Radio was unable to respond prior to the CSBJ’s deadline. From last year’s Best in Business: “While the station doesn’t focus exclusively on business, it does devote a lot of airtime to business-related stories and financial advice. Tune in early — 5 a.m. — for KRDO’s morning news show and stay tuned throughout the day for nationally syndicated shows to include Dave Ramsey and Sean Hannity, or listen to local favorites Mike Lewis, Paul Richards and Joel Navarro.” SECOND: KRCC krcc.org THIRD: RXP 103.9 1039rxp.com

BEST SWEAT SHOP (HEALTH AND FITNESS CENTERS) YMCA OF THE PIKES PEAK REGION 316 N. Tejon St. Phone: 471-9790 Web: ppymca.org. Year Established: 1878 Number of Employees: 1,200

What makes your business stand out from all the others? “Providing financial assistance to those who need it. Healthy living is a lifestyle everyone should be able to have.” — Carrie Bair-Norwood, vice president of marketing and development SECOND: Accolade Fitness accoladefitness.com THIRD: CityRock climbcityrock.com

BEST TV STATION FOR BUSINESS NEWS KKTV 520 E. Colorado Ave. Phone: 634-2844 Web: KKTV.com Number of Employees: 30 No one from KKTV was available to speak to the Business Journal. From its website: “KKTV offers the content that consumers use most from high-definition programming to one of the top local websites in Southern Colorado.” SECOND: Fox 21 fox21news.com THIRD: KRDO krdo.com

BEST SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS TECHWEARS Phone: 602-1106 Web: techwears.com Year Established: 2014 Number of employees: 1 What makes TechWears unique? “TechWears naturally gains a lot of attention because the product line is very unique, yet strangely familiar. People are accustomed to wearing jewelry and apparel accessories, and society is accustomed to interacting with technology throughout the day, but to see the two combined together is a unique and memorable experience.” — Drew Johnson, founder

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Bonny & Read’s is downtown’s newest seafood restaurant. CSBJ readers voted it best new place to “eat, meet and greet.”

MOST FINANCIAL COMPANIES WANT YOU TO INVEST IN THEM. WE’D RATHER INVEST IN YOU.

Northwestern Mutual - Colorado Springs (719) 578-4000 coloradosprings.nm.com 05-4013 © 2016 Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM), Milwaukee, WI (life and disability insurance, annuities, and life insurance with long-term care benefits) and its subsidiaries. Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC (NMIS) (securities), a subsidiary of NM, broker-dealer, registered investment adviser, and member of FINRA and SIPC. Kevin Francis Kaveney, District Agent(s) of NM. Kevin Francis Kaveney, Registered Representative(s) of NMIS. Kevin Francis Kaveney, Representative(s) of Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company®, (NMWMC) Milwaukee, WI, (fiduciary and fee-based planning) subsidiary of NM and a federal savings bank.

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(TIE) BEST SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS SEEDS COMMUNITY CAFE 109 E. Pikes Peak Ave. Phone: 473-8206 Web: seedscommunitycafe.org Year Established: 2013 Number of Employees: 7 What is your business philosophy? “Throughout the past three years, Seeds has helped 32 people find full-time jobs, has served 60,000 meals and has trained 367 people through its healthy cooking program. It has also facilitated the volunteerism of 2,000 people who have accumulated more than 30,000 hours of service. The cafe’s ethos is all about serving fresh, healthy, locally sourced meals to anyone, regardless of their ability to pay. At Seeds, you can pay the daily recommended donation for your meal, and you can ‘pay it forward’ by buying a meal for the next customer. If unable to pay, customers can also volunteer for an hour to earn their meal. We believe that food is where the conversation begins about community, about fighting food insecurity, about access to and education about fresh, healthy food. We give people a hand up, not a hand out, and we empower people with the power of food.” — Lyn Harwell, founder and head chef SECOND: Blue Star Recycling bluestarrecyclers.org THIRD: Bestway Disposal bestwaydisposal.com

Seeds Community Cafe’s unusual business model allows people to pay for meals for others.

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the spent grains and other byproducts in its gardens. The heat from the brewery can be recycled back into the building. The gray water can be used for irrigation. At the beginning, the idea was to create a functional space to align business and the environment. We wanted to build creative loops — the more loops you have, the more sustainable you are.” — Jim Fennell, architect for Ivywild

IVYWILD SCHOOL 1604 S. Cascade Ave. Phone: 366-6100 Web: Ivywildschool.com Year founded: 2013 What was the inspiration for Ivywild? “The inspiration was based on this idea of an industrial ecology — aligning businesses, uses and facility to facilitation the creation of products. We wanted to create a sense of symbiosis with the brewery at one end and then use the byproudcts from that for other industries. For instance, we’ll soon lease space for a greenhouse that will use

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SECOND: Blue Dot Place Apartments and University Village bluedotplace.com uvcshopping.com THIRD: Lincoln School

THE BEST COLORADO SPRINGS HAS TO OFFER GARDEN OF THE GODS 1805 N. 30th St. (Visitors & Nature Center) Phone: 634-6666 Web: gardenofgods.com Year Established: 280 million B.C. What’s great about Garden of the Gods? Balanced Rock, the Three Graces and, of course, Kissing Camels. Having been revered as the best park in America, and one of the best in the world, there’s not much left to say about Garden of the Gods, a Colorado Springs icon and national treasure. From hiking to climbing to mountain biking — or just sitting and staring — the park encompasses the best the Centennial State has to offer, to include incomparable beauty. And the greatest thing is, while millions from around the globe travel thousands of miles to gaze upon the coppery towering sandstones set against piercing blue skies, if you live in Colorado Springs, it’s right in your backyard. SECOND: Pikes Peak pikes-peak.com/attractions/pikes-peak-americas-mountain THIRD: Manitou Incline visitcos.com/manitou-incline-near-colorado-springs-colorado

“Love from the Kitchen, Empowering people to own their own lives through the Power of local Food”

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Seeds Community Café thanks Colorado Springs for nominating and voting us Best Sustainable Business three years in a row! 109 E. Pikes Peak | 719-473-8206 | www.seedscommunitycafe.org

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It’s exciting for any business to be recognized for its eﬀorts, but to be included as a ﬁnalist for multiple awards in the CSBJ’s Best, it is truly an honor. To our clients that we continually aim to please, thank you for allowing us to play an integral part of your business process. To the community we share with our fellow businesses, thank you for providing a market rich with opportunity.

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And, to the wonderful SocialSEO Team that makes it all happen, these acknowledgements are due to your exemplary eﬀorts. Sincerely, Greg Walthour, CEO