Happy Women's History Month!
This year's Women's History Month is particularly special for Good Business Colorado because we get to see the fruits of our labor with the full implementation of the FAMLI Program.
For those of you who are newer to the GBC community, you may not know that GBC, alongside 9to5 Colorado and a large coalition of organizations fought for years to win a paid family and medical leave program that is adequate, affordable, and accessible for employers and employees alike.
Please take one minute to listen to longtime GBC member Sonal Patel, with NayaCare share how meaningful it was for her to see the policy she advocated for come to fruition, and the impact it is having for the families she works with as a fourth trimester specialist.
The FAMLI Program is but one of dozens of laws that have GBC's fingerprint on it because our women-owned businesses have leveraged their power as employers and entrepreneurs to advocated for policies that are good for their businesses, families, communities, and the environment.
In addition to participating in policy making, the women of GBC continue to walk the talk with innovative and impactful business practices that enable them to do better - by their employees, the communities in which they operate, and the planet.
You can learn more about some of the many GBC women-owned, trailblazing companies below. In doing so, if you are inspired, we hope you will consider nominating a woman or throwing your hat in the ring for the Denver Business Journal's 2024 Outstanding Women in Business Award, ahead of the April 1st deadline.
Support Women-Owned GBC BusinessesToday!
Kookiz and Kakez, LLC
My name is Irina Gorbun. I am the owner of Kookiz and Kakez, LLC where I make impossible recipes possible for various desserts like cakes, cupcakes, eclairs, cake pops and more. I customize every recipe for any dietary preference. I also developed a special menu for lactation cookies (after doing a lot of research about natural ingredients that boost lactation) to help women who are either breastfeeding or pumping.
Cookies are effective and taste great! I would love the opportunity to share my unique products and let others learn about my business. Everyone deserves to have a cake!
Learn more: Www.KookizandKakez.com
YellowDog is a woman-owned boutique design, print and marketing studio helping small businesses, nonprofits and corporate clients realize their vision through creative touchpoints. YellowDog is all about creating connections. We help our clients’ business or nonprofit stand out.
Learn more: https://yellowdogdenver.com/
Citrine Unlimited LLC
Citrine Unlimited LLC, founded in 2020, serves as a dynamic catalyst for transformation and empowerment. Whether engaging with us as your Leadership Development Coach, Trainer/Facilitator, Speaker, or Event Coordinator, we are unwavering in our commitment to ignite profound change.
Citrine Unlimited just launched the dates for their signature Women's Retreat called Passion Over Perfection Women's Retreat on the beautiful island of Oahu! Join us from December 30, 2024, to January 3, 2025, for your own New Year reset in paradise.
For more information, visit: https://www.citrineunlimited.com/popretreat
Little Home Builder
Little Home Builder is a woman-owned construction firm specializing in the design-build of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), better known as tiny homes, along the front range of Colorado. With a mission to disrupt the construction industry and a passion for creating affordable housing options, Little Home Builder offers complete start to finish project management to help homeowners add beautifully, functional extra living space.
Check them out- https://littlehomebuilder.com/
V and A Creations
V and A Creations is a woman owned business. They are a paper crafting business that designs, handcrafts and sells greeting cards, classes, journals and other paper products.
Learn more: Www.VandACreations.com
www.instgram.com/vandacreations or @vandacreations or #vandacreations
Www.facebook.com/VandACreations or @vandacreations
Sarah Moss
Civic dreamer and doer Sarah Moss is a strategist solving policy and political puzzles for businesses, advocacy groups, and political campaigns. Her services include:
Facilitating strategic planning and process improvement
Policy analysis and coalition building
Event production
Learn more: SarahMossInc.com
TARRA
At TARRA, we're committed to fostering a community that values human connection and inclusivity above all else. We believe in providing a platform where individuals from all walks of life—regardless of gender, age, profession, or background—can come together to cultivate meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth.
TARRA is more than just a beautiful coworking space. Our two locations, TARRA Office and TARRA Work, both host private meeting rooms (both large and small), elegant event spaces, and private offices.
Through TARRA's high-value network, we offer genuine local connections that foster authenticity and trust, access to enriching learning experiences that empower personal and professional development, engaging networking events designed to facilitate genuine friendships and collaborations, and exclusive access to our boutique private office spaces and multi-leveled memberships.
No matter who you are or where you come from, you're welcome to be a part of our community. We're excited to welcome you and support your journey towards success and fulfillment.
Learn more: https://tarra.co/
Recycle Colorado
Recycle Colorado is a 501(c)3, statewide nonprofit advancing circular economies & improving recycling across the state of Colorado. Our members share a vision to transform Colorado into a national leader in waste reduction, recovery, and diversion. Recycle Colorado is staffed by two amazing women, Liz Chapman and Ally Byzewski. Liz and Ally work together to help Recycle Colorado improve waste diversion in Colorado.
Liz, the executive director, focuses on uplifting the voices of every member and concerned citizen in Colorado to ensure no problem goes unsolved. Ally, the Operations Coordinator, is a young but ambitious member of the team who serves in many roles within the organization to ensure all needs of members are met. Together, they are the support that helped Recycle Colorado become a leader in the recycling space. Learn more: https://www.recyclecolorado.org/
Progressive Promotions
Progressive Promotions (PP) is a woman-owned firm with 20 years of experience providing expert communications consulting to advance economic, gender, racial, social and environmental justice.
Our staff and consultants – with roots in Colorado’s Latinx, Black, LGBTQ+ and different religious communities – provide values-based messaging, earned media, collateral development, video and graphic content creation, social media and paid digital strategy services that move our audiences to become interested citizens and ultimately advocates for our causes.
Learn more: www.progressive-promotions.com
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen
Sullivan Scrap Kitchen is a small family-owned restaurant with a focus on creating a unique and delicious dining experience, while reducing food waste.Our mission is to utilize and promote sustainability in local food practices, community partnerships, and our employees.
We collaborate with community resources to decrease food waste and increase our communities’ access to sustainable and savory nose-to-tail and root-to-tip cuisine.
Learn more: www.sullivanscrapkitchen.com
Vista Caballo
Vista Caballo is the premier human and leadership development company for visionary, people-centric, impact-driven leaders ready to unlock their teams and company growth for good. These leaders know the solution to their challenges lies in the power of their teams. When you work with us, goals and missions are achieved at an accelerated rate. Clarity, certainty, productivity, and ROI are unlocked on demand. Leaders and their teams get unstuck, transforming their company, and in doing so, our world.
Learn more: vistacaballo.com
Nude Foods Market is probably the most sustainable grocery store on earth. If you love food but hate waste, welcome home. Nude carries everything from groceries & cleaning products, to personal care and prepared meals. The future of food is Nude.
Find them at 3233 Walnut St in Boulder and soon to be opening at 3538 W 44th Avenue in Denver.
Learn more: http://www.nudefoodsmarket.com/
Simon Analytics
Simon Analytics employs strategic, innovative market research methodologies and a wide array of statistical and data science techniques to uncover actionable insights companies need to make critical business decisions confidently. With deep expertise in technology, financial services, telecom, ecommerce, travel, and healthcare as well as other industries, we enable organizations from Fortune 100 companies to startups to successfully utilize research and data-driven decision-making for their most important and difficult business challenges.
We get you answers, so you can make informed decisions.
Up In The Chair
We engage with Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) at Small/Medium Size Businesses (SMBs) and startups who recognize the importance of taking proactive measures to address workplace inclusivity challenges. These leaders understand that seeking external support and consulting is key to bridging the gaps that hinder their organizations from becoming more inclusive.
At a high level, our mission is to assist SMBs in creating and executing plans to cultivate a more inclusive workplace. We specialize in guiding organizations through consulting services, ensuring they overcome obstacles and close gaps that prevent them from achieving greater inclusivity.
We also operate a nonprofit, Each & Every, which provides inclusion resources for K12-College Campuses as well as an internship/mentorship program.
Learn more: www.upinthechair.com
Outgrow Your Garage
Outgrow Your Garage works with small businesses and the organizations that support them to create thriving communities that generate jobs, increase wealth, and decrease class inequities.
With applications ranging from increasing technical competency in small businesses, supporting communities who are showcasing their legacy businesses, and building community resource hubs for growing businesses, our small business courses, workshops, and program assistance are a key tool in your economic development toolbox.
Learn more: https://www.outgrowyourgarage.com/
Part & Parcel
At Part & Parcel, we specialize in crafting tailored website design and social media strategies for nonprofits, movement leaders, and conscious brands, creating authentic relationships to drive social change.
Combining in-depth narrative strategy and strategic brand storytelling, our approach moves your mission forward by transforming your digital presence from unengaging corporate clichés to authentic, captivating, and powerful.
Learn more: https://partandparcel.media/