For over 40 years, Leadership Pikes Peak (LPP) has been the premier community leadership development organization serving the Pikes Peak region. Leadership Pikes Peak was founded in 1976 under the name Citizens’ Goals for the Colorado Springs Community, but has since been rebranded. Leadersh…

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It appears that even the coronavirus pandemic isn't slowing down entrepreneurs when it comes to starting a new business in Colorado. Although the news has been bleak at times, Colorado’s business confidence improved in the third quarter of 2020, up from record lows in the spring.

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Pinnacol Assurance does just one thing and does it better than anyone: provide caring workers’ compensation protection to Colorado employers and employees. With the COVID-19 pandemic forcing businesses to adjust their operations, your employees may take on new duties and face new hazards, such as being exposed to the coronavirus. Instead of guessing which new […]

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Pinnacol Assurance does just one thing and does it better than anyone: provide caring workers’ compensation protection to Colorado employers and employees. While every Southern Colorado business is making changes to reopen safely, there’s no single approach that will work for everyone. The evolving nature of the pandemic means employers must stay flexible and focused. […]

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To continue better serving its clients, Colorado Springs’ largest locally owned commercial insurance agency is adding a new service to its lineup: benefit plans. By working with Brent Vickery, who specializes in benefits consulting, business owners receive a benefits plan that meets their needs and is designed to allow them to attract and retain employees. […]

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While the lasting impact of COVID-19 on business remains uncertain, one thing is clear: Consumers are turning to companies they trust. That’s why accreditation through the Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado is more important than ever. “People want to trust that a business is going to do a good job and have their best […]

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The stress caused by COVID-19 has had a strong impact on the Colorado Springs community, creating numerous challenges for families, small businesses and nonprofits. To recover and rebuild in the days ahead, the city will need the support of strong community leadership. For those who want to be a part of leading the charge but […]

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The Pinery at the Hill has been doing brisk business throughout winter and fall, providing local businesses an elegant venue for conferences, meetings and parties. With the arrival of spring, however, the venue is bracing itself for one of the busiest seasons of all — wedding season. With 22,000 square feet of space spread across […]

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Today’s C-level and corporate executives are asked to work harder and deliver faster, leading strategic growth and building strong teams weigh heavily on the shoulders of senior management, which takes a great toll on their overall health and well-being. In an innovative, integrated approach to proactively addressing and managing the potentially negative impact of these […]

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Today’s C-level and corporate executives are asked to work harder and deliver faster, leading strategic growth and building strong teams weigh heavily on the shoulders of senior management, which takes a great toll on their overall health and well-being. In an innovative, integrated approach to proactively addressing and managing the potentially negative impact of these […]

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With a lush golf course, exceptional views, and dynamic spa, salon and wellness experiences, it’s no surprise that Garden of the Gods Resort and Club and Strata Integrated Wellness Spa have rapidly become a premier luxury resort destination in the Pikes Peak region. What might be surprising, however, is the sheer number of amenities offered […]

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Why the stigma hurts your business, and more importantly, your employees It remains one of the last workplace taboos—talking about mental health. Even though more than one million Coloradans are living with a mental health condition—that’s 1 in 5 of us–there is still a gap for many companies to recognize mental health and wellness as […]

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‘Tis the season to book a caterer for your holiday party, so choose a company with over 30 years of experience in planning, preparing and executing all types of holiday events. Together, Michelle Talarico and Kathy Dreiling, owners of Picnic Basket Catering Company, explained why hiring a full-service caterer is the best decision to guarantee […]

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Approaching its fourth decade in business, Six & Geving Insurance has grown from humble roots to the largest locally-owned commercial insurance agency in Colorado Springs that focuses on offering quality services and building relationships with its customers. Six & Geving Insurance started in the early 1990s when founder Wayne Six, who has spent his entire […]

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If you often find yourself hiking up the Manitou Incline or ascending any of Colorado’s 14ers, you might need a place to unwind. Good news — it’s “Come one, Come all” at Strata Integrated Wellness Spa, where guests are always guaranteed to enjoy a state of relaxation. A stone’s throw away from many of the […]

After spending a day at Strata Integrated Wellness Spa at the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, located at 3314 Mesa Road, I know that not every day at the spa is created equally. Recently scheduled for a customized facial treatment, I was pampered from the moment I checked into the spa. The desk […]

Strata Integrated Wellness Spa, located at the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, aims to help clients reach their ultimate potential, both physically and emotionally. Their integrated approach to wellness allows each visitor a holistic and individualized treatment, whether they are in good health or are recovering from an illness or injury. Recently, I […]

Recently, I experienced the Strata Integrated Wellness Spa at the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club first-hand — and its extraordinary inclusivity and consideration amazed me. From the moment I entered Strata, I felt calm and free from expectations. The wooden and white waiting room reflects the center’s natural-but-sleek tone, and a large orchid wafts […]

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It may not be obvious, but you have coworkers struggling with the effects of addiction. They’re either suffering themselves, or feeling stress and isolation as someone they love battles the disease. The stigma of addiction prevents them from seeking help, driving tremendous costs for employers in terms of lost productivity and increased healthcare expenses, absenteeism […]

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Digital capabilities continue to grow in today’s business market, allowing companies to engage with customers in new, innovative ways. But opening the door to the ever-evolving digital market also opens a business up to more cyber risks, such as data breaches, phishing attacks and social engineering. That’s why more and more businesses are investing in […]

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MAXIMIZING GROWTH WHEN THE ECONOMY IS STRONG How to ride this wave until the next economic boom. With the strong economy and local consumer confidence surpassing national rates, local businesses may be tempted to sit back and enjoy business flowing in, reducing investments in business growth. History has proven that investing in business growth during […]