Author: jarockymountain

February 26, 2016

I’m Not a Rocket Scientist, a Scratch Golfer, or a Swimsuit Model. Dang

Income inequality is a hot button issue that will only gain traction in the months leading up to the November elections. There will be a call for our elected officials...

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February 15, 2016

First-ever spring semester JA Stock Market Challenge

More than 1,000 students from 33 area high schools competed in the JA Stock Market Challenge on Feb. 10 and 11 at the Charles Schwab Campus Event Center in Lone Tree. The...

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February 2, 2016

The freedom to pursue dreams

The Colorado Business Hall of Fame laureates are well known for their legendary contributions to the free enterprise system. Together, these pioneering men and women built businesses that transformed our...

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Western Union transfers employee time and talent to JA students

Well-known for its role as a leader in global payment services and money transfer, Western Union is also a frontrunner when it comes to corporate social responsibility and financial education....

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January 4, 2016

The highest form of charity

As I reflect on 2015, my thoughts come back to a recent experience I had, unfortunately, while attending the funeral service of one of our incredible Colorado Business Hall of...

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Partner Profile: Anadarko

A business’s commitment to its local communities and its willingness to promote and support employee volunteerism often play an important role in employee satisfaction and in being considered a top...

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December 22, 2015

JA alumnus serves up sushi burritos and business guidance

Anyone hungry for a sushi burrito? That’s right. A sushi burrito. In October 2015, JA-Rocky Mountain alumnus and volunteer Alonzo Martinez and his business partner launched Komotodo Sushi Burrito, a...

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November 30, 2015

JA Supporter Demonstrates the Power of Long-term Giving

It began as a challenge from a friend, and more than a year later Brian Florey continues to support Junior Achievement-Rocky Mountain. “Back when the ice bucket challenge was happening...

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November 23, 2015

Cutting through the clutter

Right now, your in-box and social media accounts are probably overflowing with opportunities for you take action, join now, hurry in, or sign up today. Now, imagine this magnified by...

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