Ren Hoskin Founder of Montanya Rum Steps Into New Passions

We sat down to learn about this passionate Entrepreneur. Lean in as Ren Hoskin shares tales of birthing a Colorado craft distillery, growing and selling it and finding her next great path Shattering glass ceilings in the traditionally male-dominated distilling industry, Ren Hoskin speaks worldwide about environmental and social sustainability in business, the importance of gender diversity in the workplace, and the art of craft … Continue reading Ren Hoskin Founder of Montanya Rum Steps Into New Passions

Jaime Billesbach

The Queen of Showing Entrepreneurs the Way and Woman Who Rocks the Rockies by Anna Winger Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart.  From waking up with an inkling of an idea, to pushing past all the reasons you probably shouldn’t go out on this proverbial limb, to committing to the idea, is a journey in itself.  The people and programs that come into … Continue reading Jaime Billesbach

Curious Creatures

A Brand Inspired by the Outdoors and the Mountains of Montana by Holly Battista-Resignolo Meet Natasha Woodworth, the founder and designer behind the brand Curious Creatures bike gear. Her products come from an extensive background of athleticism and product design. She served 10+ years at Patagonia on the design team, responsible for the launch of Patagonia’s MTB line and women’s touring. Prior to that… she … Continue reading Curious Creatures

WE Gather Business Accelerator Series- A Monthly Business Series

Craft Your Path: Engage with ‘WE Gather – A Monthly Business Accelerator Series  After years of hosting the Power of WE Conference, the Central Mountain SBDC decided to transition to the WE Gather Series, a new format that enables more interaction and deeper connections with attendees throughout the year. This heart-centered, eight-month program is designed to amplify Purpose + People + Profit, offering entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders the tools and … Continue reading WE Gather Business Accelerator Series- A Monthly Business Series

Chef Dana Rodriguez – Crafting the Recipe for Success

Meet Chef Dana Rodriguez, James Beard Finalist, Culinary partner and Executive Chef at Casa Bonita, Owner of Work & Class, Carne RiNo, Partner in Rioja. by Caren Austin Women climbing mountains, that’s what Mountain Women Magazine is all about, but the mountains that some women climb aren’t always about reaching the top of a 14,000 ft summit.   Women can climb mountains emotionally and spiritually … Continue reading Chef Dana Rodriguez – Crafting the Recipe for Success

GAIASCOPE – Art that will change the way you see the world

In 2022 fine artist, Brooke Einbender, a.k.a. “Mindbender Art,” displayed a vibrant new way to experience art in Telluride’s spectacular outdoor spaces. This public art and NFT project featured large-scale installations of reclaimed doors layered with cutting-edge tech and interactive experiences. We caught up with her recently and discovered a mind-blowing project that has come to fruition. PRESENTING GAIASCOPE – the way you see the world … Continue reading GAIASCOPE – Art that will change the way you see the world

The Power of WE

The Power of WE (Women Entrepreneurs) Gathers Women from Colorado’s mountain town communities and beyond to Unleash their Full Potential in Business We have attended The Power of WE since its inception and cannot emphasize how much it has assisted our publishing company in its growth (and we sure have grown). The knowledge held within the conference space during this gathering is astounding and this … Continue reading The Power of WE

Facing Your Fears

How Working with Your Fears Can Make You a More Effective Leader FEAR: AN ANECDOTE by Gretchen Reid I have a question for you: What would you do if you could do anything? I have a colleague that worked in youth development for many years, managing programs for kids of all ages in her community and working with other organizations to bring them exciting, engaging opportunities to learn, … Continue reading Facing Your Fears

Happy International Women’s Day! Go Toot Your Horns Ladies

Today we all have a lot to celebrate. Our publishing company is a proud, Women-Owned and Women-Operated . In 2010 we had an idea and decided to make the dream come true by launching a website and blogging about great things happening in Colorado’s mountain town communities.  In 2012 we released our first digital publication and continued that until the Spring of 2013. Our friends … Continue reading Happy International Women’s Day! Go Toot Your Horns Ladies

Designing Women – playing with color, lighting and a passion for the restaurant business

story by Suzi Mitchell, photos by Regan Beroni Restaurateur Bettina Neset cares nothing for the limelight. She is happy to be the hidden half in a husband-and-wife team, who have built up Rex’s Family of Restaurants in Steamboat Springs over the last two decades. However, if there is one thing that reflects her true colors, it is the interior design within each of their seven … Continue reading Designing Women – playing with color, lighting and a passion for the restaurant business