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].

Lawn care startup scores deal with Amazon

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A software startup that syncs a smartphone app to lawn sprinklers recently closed a round of capital fundraising and also landed an integration and funding agreement with Amazon.

Coffee, whiskey, clothes and co-working

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The owners of a clothing brand have set up shop on Colfax and have thrown in a cafe, bar and co-working space, as well – and they’ve nearly capped their membership.

New gym brand jumps into Denver market

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A gym concept that incorporates ladder-like machines in its group fitness is mounting its Colorado debut with a new gym planned in the Highlands.

Pets get taste of cannabis company products

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Another cannabis company is getting into the pet market business and is releasing a doggie supplement, along with a new line of products for humans.

Co-working craze hits Sunnyside

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The North Denver neighborhood is getting its own shared office startup, which plans to open its desks and endless coffee to independent workers and small businesses next month.