The Acumen - May 2024

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15 PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS Pickens Technical College supports education’s new direction. 8 NEW HEIGHTS Inspirational vision from Denver International Airport’s Phil Washington. 6 BULLETIN BOARD Get an inside look at the lives and interests of the Board Members of the CBCC. 5 PRESIDENT’S CORNER Dr. Angelic Cole and the CBCC celebrate Small Business Month. 20 NOW RISING IN FIVE PTS The RTL Foundation support minority led and serving organizations.

46 DIVERSIFYING FUNDING Vectra Bank is a long-time partner to small businesses and their successes. 36 ENVISIONING FUTURES DEN Airport looks ahead with its future-forward design. 32 ASKING FOR HELP Essential services in Arapahoe County are under threat of elimination. economic independence in underserved communities. 30 INNOVATIVE FINANCING CEDS Finance fosters

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Highlighting our Black businesses’ impact to the community.

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