THE BUSINESS T IMES News JULY 1-14, 2021
THE DEFINITIVE SOURCE FOR GRAND JUNCTION BUSINESS NEWS SINCE 1994
VOLUME 28, ISSUE 12
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Trends Wine 2 Contributorscountry Opinion venture 4 Business Briefs expands 5 Business People Almanac
In this issue
n Industry constant Even as the market and economy have changed over 75 years, the culture at Bray Real Estate remains the same.
n Taking flight
The founder of a new airline expects the combination of low fares and convenience to help the company take flight.
n Best places
Grand Junction ranks among the best places to move and start a business in the latest results of magazine voting.
n Retreating rate
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As the jobless rate retreats in Mesa County, employers struggle to find sufficient labor supply to meet demand.
n Helpful networks
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n Hotel owners see an opportunity in buying neighboring winery. See page 2
Richard and Jean Tally, standing, owners of the Wine Country Inn, purchased nearby Grande River Vineyards. Daughter Anne Tally also is involved in the family operation.
Local and national groups offer networks of support and additional resources to those with HR responsibilities.
n Growing efforts
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A Grand Junction-based cybersecurity firm has secured additional funding and added to its board of directors.
n Departments Almanac Business Briefs Business People Contributors News Opinion Trends
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