Videographer Eric Manthly shoots a home that is for sale for a WellcomeMat-hosted Web site.
Christian Sterner knew he was on to something when the largest real estate company in Manhattan decided to use his company, WellcomeMat.com, as its primary Web hosting site.
Launched during June 2006, the Boulder-based company provides a marketplace for companies to promote their wares and services using videography. And nowhere are crisp visuals more important than in the real estate business, Sterner said.
Steve Wychulis, director of corporate development for CEA Technologies Inc., engages in open-book management with employees during a monthly meeting.
In a nation of individuals collectively squeamish about disclosing salaries or profit and loss statements, the concept of open-book management tends to raise eyebrows. But proponents of OBM say sharing P&L statements, performance goals and budgets boosts employee motivation and, hence, performance.
Cripple Creek Mayor Dan Baader has overseen construction of the Wildwood Casino since it broke ground two years ago.
In Cripple Creek, the bets are down, but the high rollers aren’t rich, addicted gamblers — they’re casino owners, who despite sharply reduced industry revenue are anteing up millions to stay in the game.
The biggest gamble might be Cripple Creek’s newest betting emporium, the Wildwood Casino, which will open to the public June 12 after months of delays. Its cost: at least $50 million.
News Raising the stakes The Colorado Gaming Association has submitted a proposal to the secretary of state which would allow voters in Blackhawk, Central City and Cripple Creek to decide whether casinos could raise bet limits from $5 to $100, extend operating hours, and add roulette and craps to existing gaming operations.
Banking & Finance So much for all the doom and gloom that we all were expecting “We’re seeing the first signs of spring in the thaw of credit since the crisis began in August,” said Scott Anderson, senior economist for Wells Fargo Economics. “The April economic data showed a fair amount of economic stabilization, suggesting the slump hasn’t gained much momentum.”
