George Demopoulos

George Demopoulos is a BusinessDen reporter who covers entrepreneurship and fitness/outdoor recreation. He is a graduate of the University of Denver. Email him at [email protected].

Wedding startups say ‘I do’ to cannabis

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A florist who operates cannabis-focused flower and event planning businesses is staging an expo early next year for other wedding companies that go hand-in-hand with marijuana.

Restaurateur turns fast-casual with new Tennyson spot

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Justin Cucci is cooking up something new on Tennyson Street – but unlike his hot spots Linger and Root Down, this isn’t the sort of place where diners need a reservation. And the chef has one more idea simmering for another space he leased in the Highlands.

Hunting startup aiming higher

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With years of target practice under its belt, the company behind a hunting shotgun sling is hoping to take its product to the next level.

Staffing startup sees opening in cannabis

A young entrepreneur moved to Denver and quickly launched a recruiting and staffing company focused on the marijuana industry. And she’s already planning moves into California and Oregon.

Skateboard startup powers up

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An electric skateboard hoping to zip past the competition with lower prices has rolled out its first batch of boards.

Cannabis candy fight continues

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A cannabis candy contractor who was sued last week by his former employer for allegedly stealing trade secrets and trademarks has fired back in court.

80-year-old Broadway photo shop going dark

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A family photography lab and gallery will close the shutters to its Broadway space next week after 80 years in business and will be replaced by an accounting firm.