Category: News

Updates from JA

April 28, 2016

Advice for graduates: poke holes in the darkness

Spring is a time for new beginnings, which is certainly true for the 2016 graduates who are about to step into the “real world.” If you could give advice to...

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April 4, 2016

Survey reveals disconnect in college financial planning; JA resources designed to help

When it comes to planning for college, many young people are unprepared and ill-advised. While many plan to pursue higher education, a large percentage of high school students are clueless...

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March 28, 2016

The power of practical hope

For years, I’ve gotten caught up in the spirit of March Madness. And, it never fails that after the crowning of the National Champion I get a lump in my...

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March 25, 2016

Poll: Two-Thirds of Teens See Borrowers, Not Government, Responsible for Paying Off Student Loan Debt

A new survey of 1,000 teens by Junior Achievement (JA) and Voya Foundation shows that nearly two-thirds of teens, or 65 percent, believe borrowers are ultimately responsible for paying off...

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March 2, 2016

Paolo Diaz Recognized as a DBJ 40 Under 40 Winner

Paolo Diaz is being recognized by the Denver Business Journal as one of the 40 outstanding local professionals under age 40. He will be honored at an event on March 17, 2016....

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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 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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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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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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