Douglas County Economic Development Corporation

06/03/2026

Congratulations to our CEO, Ellie Reynolds, on being named a 2026 Outstanding Women in Business Honoree by the Denver Business Journal! 🎉

Ellie’s leadership, vision, and commitment to advancing economic opportunity have helped position Douglas County as one of the top locations for businesses to grow and thrive. Her dedication to our community partners and the future of Douglas County makes this recognition incredibly well deserved.

We are proud to celebrate this achievement and the impact Ellie continues to make across our region!

🔗Read more about the Outstanding Women in Business 2026 honorees here: https://www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2026/05/28/outstanding-women-in-business-2026-reveal-part-2.html

06/02/2026

Great conversations and even better company!

🤝 The Douglas County Economic Development Corporation was thrilled to host the Economic Club of Colorado for a fantastic lunch last Wednesday at the The Brinkerhoff in Castle Rock.

💡It’s always a pleasure swapping ideas and collaborating with a group so dedicated to Colorado's future. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such an engaging afternoon!

05/21/2026

Missed this year's annual breakfast? Here is a brief recap video of the event's highlights! ☕️ 📸 🌟

05/21/2026

Yesterday’s sold-out Annual Breakfast was a powerful demonstration of the incredible support behind our organization and the future of our community. 🌟🍽️

Thank you to everyone who brought such tremendous energy to the morning, including our guest speakers Nicholas Sly, Eric Evans, Jason Kramer, and George Brauchler. As well as The Sanctuary Golf Course for the exceptional venue and service.

Most importantly, congratulations to this year’s award winners that are driving Douglas County forward: 🏆 👏

Community Craftsman of the Year: Zach Scott, Three Sons Construction

Project of the Year: Douglas County - Government Staff

Community Partner of the Year: David Worley, Denver South

Advocate of the Year: Chad Vorthmann, Lockheed Martin

Visionary of the Year: Douglas County Commissioner Abe Laydon

Thank you all for your continued partnership and investment in our collective success, we’ll see you at next year’s breakfast!

05/15/2026

We are proud to announce CommonSpirit Health as our Floral Sponsor for this year’s Annual Breakfast! 🥂✨🌷

A huge thank you to CommonSpirit for their commitment to our community. As one of the nation’s largest non-profit health systems, they are dedicated to bringing "humankindness" to healthcare through top-tier facilities.

Together, we’re keeping Douglas County one of the healthiest and strongest economies in the country.

🔗 Visit them at: https://www.commonspirit.org/

05/14/2026

🎉Board Member Spotlight🎉

This week, we are proud to highlight Monks Construction Company, LLC, a leader in Colorado’s heavy civil industry and a vital partner on the Douglas County EDC board. In our region, Monks Construction does more than move dirt, they build the essential infrastructure that allows our community to thrive. 🏗️

Known for their technical expertise and commitment to integrity, the Monks team brings an invaluable perspective to our economic development strategies. Their dedication to quality ensures that as Douglas County grows, it does so on a foundation of excellence.

We are grateful for their leadership and their unwavering investment in the future of our county! 🌟

The Monks Construction Team brings experience and leading-edge technology to meet both aggressive budgets and demanding schedules. Our contribution to your project comes from our Team approach working together to accomplish your project goals.

05/06/2026

Congratulations to CommonSpirit Health! 🏥✨

We were thrilled to join the groundbreaking ceremony for the new St. Anthony South Hospital campus today. This is a massive win for Douglas County, bringing world-class healthcare, innovation, and "humankindness" even closer to home.

Thank you to everyone who made this possible. We can’t wait to see this campus grow!

05/06/2026

⭐NEW MEMBER ⭐

We are thrilled to welcome Affinity Holdings to the Douglas County Economic Development Corporation!

Affinity Holdings brings a wealth of expertise that aligns perfectly with our mission to enhance the economic vitality of our community. Their forward-thinking approach to business development and community investment will be pivotal as we continue to attract high-growth industries—from aerospace to finance.

Please join us in giving a warm welcome to the team at Affinity Holdings. We look forward to the innovation and growth we will achieve together! 📈✨

05/04/2026

Great insights and conversation! 💡👏

We had a fantastic turnout last Thursday for our event surrounding industrial development in Douglas County, co-hosted with Denver South. Huge thanks to David Worley and Ellie Reynolds for their expertise and to all our attendees who participated in the moderated discussion.

Collaborations like these are what keep our local economy thriving!

04/30/2026

The excitement for our Annual Breakfast is at an all-time high—so much so that we are officially SOLD OUT of individual tickets!

While the room is full, there are still 3 exclusive sponsorship opportunities available to get your brand in front of Douglas County’s most influential leaders, innovators, and decision-makers.

This is your chance to:

✨Elevate your brand visibility within the regional business community.

✨Showcase your commitment to a strong, thriving community.

✨Connect with industry movers and shakers at the iconic Sanctuary Golf Course.

Don't miss the chance to have your logo center stage on May 20th. Please reach out to [email protected] if interested!