Celebrating Local at the 2026 Be Local Bash The Be Local Bash is a celebration of the partnerships, purpose, and entrepreneurial spirit that power localism in our region. At the event, guests gathered to enjoy delicious bites from Graze Colorado, live music from Leah Orlikowski sponsored by Jimmy's Music & Supply, and a keynote [...]
How to Make the Most of Noel Night in Durango: A Local's Guide Noel Night in Durango is one of the most anticipated holiday events of the year, and it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the season while supporting local businesses and the local circular economy. On Friday, December 5, 2025, [...]
Stand Up for Local First Sponsor: Peak Health Alliance From Premiums to Punchlines: How Peak Health Alliance Supports Southwest Colorado Peak Health Alliance is sponsoring our Stand Up for Local First event to reaffirm its commitment to community-centered healthcare solutions in our region. As a nonprofit health insurance alliance, Peak [...]
Stand Up for Local First Sponsor: The Durango Herald We're thrilled to have The Durango Herald as a sponsor of Stand Up for Local First, an initiative dedicated to supporting and uplifting the local economy. As a longtime pillar of the community, the Herald is more than just a newspaper [...]
Stand Up for Local First Presenting Sponsor: Alpine Bank How Alpine Bank Supports Durango’s Community and Comedy Scene Alpine Bank is a locally owned and community-focused financial institution that has been serving the people of Colorado for over 20 years. With a strong commitment to supporting local businesses, individuals, and [...]
Member Feature: First Southwest Bank As part of our Move Your Money campaign, we’re excited to spotlight First Southwest Bank. For over a decade, First Southwest Bank has been a trusted Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), dedicated to supporting economic growth and improving the quality of life for in our [...]
Member Feature: Arete Mortgage As part of our Move Your Money campaign, we’re excited to spotlight Jeanne Randazzo Szczech, President and Mortgage Broker at Arete Mortgage, a trusted local business that has been serving the community since 2003. A proud Local First member for 15 years, Arete Mortgage is committed to [...]
Member Feature: Kennebec Wealth Management We are proud to feature Kennebec Wealth Management as a partner in our Move Your Money campaign. With 25 years of experience in investment management, Vice President of Investments Rachel Kuss and her team prioritize building personalized, long-term relationships to help clients achieve their [...]
Member Feature: Priority Financial Partners As part of Local First’s Move Your Money campaign, we’re excited to highlight a local business that’s dedicated to helping clients secure their financial futures. Priority Financial Partners, led by Trent Porter, CPA, CFP®, is about aligning their clients' finances with their values and [...]
Guest Post: Why Human-to-Human (H-to-H) Interactions Are Key to Small Business Success In today's fast-paced business environment, where transactions are often prioritized over human connections, it's essential to remind ourselves of the fundamental truth that businesses are built by and for people. Rebecca Melançon, Co-Founder of the Local Business Institute brings [...]
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