10th Annual Readers’ Choice Best of NOCO Winner Profiles
Learn about the businesses you voted for in our Best of NOCO Q&As.
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The Great Outdoors RV: Best RV Sales and Service
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to our success has always been and will always be the support of our community and the hard work of the team we continue to build. We have tremendous appreciation for our customers, and we are grateful to have met the people that have helped us grow into the business we are today.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
After moving to our new location in west Greeley in summer 2020, we’ve been lucky to have had the opportunity to expand. Not only do we have the highest quality inventory in the industry, but we also offer faster service and a wider range of parts and accessories than ever before, all while keeping our core value in sight; The customer comes first.
What are your business goals for the future?
Our goal is to provide the best RV purchasing experience in the industry. This means that we are committed to offering the best products, value and service with no exceptions. Our commitment to customer satisfaction, integrity, positivity, focus and teamwork is the foundation of who we are as a company and who we will continue to be.
Respondent: Jeremy Heberer, Owner and President
The Great Outdoors RV • tgorv.com • 970.815.3861 • 11521 21st St., Greeley
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Concept rendering for future Esh’s Grocery Market in Windsor.
Asher Architects + Engineers: Top 3 Architectural Design
What has been the key to your business success?
Our firm is full of people who are passionate about and gifted in design. We go into every meeting looking for ways we can serve our clients. As much as we are able, we want to put time, energy and effort into each project. We strive to provide great design solutions while producing a complete set of drawings to allow the construction team to accurately build each client’s vision.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Building relationships with builders, developers and homeowners has quickly grown our company to what it is today. We love what we do, so it’s natural to provide a positive experience for our clients while we help them design their dream home or their new business location. Our team of engineers and architects work together within the same office to provide a seamless, enjoyable process from start to finish.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
From the day Asher Architects + Engineers was created, we have given back at least 10% of our earnings to nonprofit organizations and donated our design services to help local organizations grow. We are proud to partner with numerous deserving organizations locally and around the globe each year. Check out our website to see who we have partnered with recently or to see if your organization may be a good fit to work with us.
Respondent: David Stranathan, Architect and Owner
Asher Architects + Engineers • asherarch.com • 970.532.9970 • 512 5th St., Berthoud
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FNBO: Best Bank
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to our ongoing business success is our people. Our employees are not only knowledgeable across their range of expertise, but they truly value the relationships they build with our customers and businesses across Northern Colorado. We are confident in our ability to provide superior service to our customers. FNBO has financial products that can compete toe-to-toe with the big banks, but we also excel at making local connections and providing personal service.
What are your business goals for the future?
Looking ahead, FNBO is in growth mode even after 166 years in business. We’ll continue to innovate and work toward improving the financial well-being of our customers and businesses in our community. It’s important to us that the Northern Colorado community is successful and continues to grow with us, and we’ll work hard to contribute to that every day.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We’ve built our business here by meaningfully investing in the community. Banks are a micro-economic force in each community; all of our success is from the people who choose to do business with us. We never forget that. We enjoy attending local events and getting involved across Northern Colorado. I believe we’ve grown FNBO just as much through this involvement as we have through our well-known reliability in deposit products, loans and other banking services.
Respondent: Gretchen Wahl, Vice President, Community Banking
FNBO • fnbo.com • Multiple Locations
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Lindgren Landscape: Best Landscape Design & Installation
What has been the key to your business success?
Our people are the key to our success. We hold character and culture above all else, knowing we can train other skills if needed. We have the best group of people on our team, which makes it fun to go to work every day.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Growing up in the landscape industry where it seemed like everyone with a truck tried to be a landscaper and there was very little professionalism drove me to do things differently. Our goal has been to stand out by doing things the right way, doing what we say we’re going to do and providing a level of service and professionalism rarely seen in our industry.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Our donations are primarily directed to military and faith-based nonprofits. We also have funds earmarked for our staff’s passions as long as they align with our core values.
What are your business goals for the future?
Growth is our primary objective. We believe that a healthy company is a growing company, and continued growth will provide opportunities for advancement within our team.
Respondent: Tim Lindgren, President
Lindgren Landscape • lindgrenlandscape.com • 970.226.5677 • 3825 E. County Rd. 30, Fort Collins
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Markley Motors: Best Auto Body Shop, New Car Dealer, Used Car Dealer, Oil Change
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to our success at Markley Motors, as NOCO Style’s Best New Car Dealer, lies in our exceptional team’s dedication, our deep-rooted community connections and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. Our team’s expertise and customer-focused approach, combined with our strong ties to Northern Colorado and a relentless drive for excellence, have been instrumental in shaping a dealership experience that consistently exceeds expectations.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
At Markley Motors, we honor our grandfather Gene Markley’s legacy by actively supporting our Northern Colorado community. We go beyond business, contributing to organizations like Respite Care, UCHealth, Colorado State University and Realities For Children. Our commitment to these causes and many others reflects our deep appreciation for the community that has supported us, embodying our belief in giving back and making a meaningful difference in the lives of those around us.
What are your business goals for the future?
At Markley Motors, our future business goals are focused on consistently providing exceptional customer service and deepening our engagement with the community. We aim to further enhance the dealership experience, ensuring every customer feels valued and supported. Additionally, we’re committed to expanding our reach and influence within the community, fostering stronger connections and partnerships. Our vision is to maintain our position as a leader in the community, continually setting higher standards for excellence.
Respondent: Cindy DeGroot, Owner and Chief Experience Officer
MARKLEY MOTORS • markleymotors.com • 970.226.2213 • 3401 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
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Mosquito Squad of Greater Fort Collins & Boulder: Best Pest Control
What has been the key to your business success?
Ensuring a great customer experience and always providing the absolute best service, period. We are here to help you enjoy your property all season long, and we guarantee your satisfaction with our services. We treat our customers like family, making you our top priority each and every day.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We have found the best way to build our business is to truly know and value our customers and provide individual support. We pride ourselves on knowing our customers’ needs and ensuring no one gets lost in the shuffle as we grow. This allows us to give everyone the best possible service and treatment, which keeps our customers coming back every year.
What are your business goals for the future?
We want to continue to grow our farm and ranch department throughout Northern Colorado as we see a large need for livestock protection year after year. Farm animals deserve coverage from diseases and nuisances too, and we are here to help make that possible.
Respondents: Evan and Erica Wollman, Owners
MOSQUITO SQUAD OF GREATER FORT COLLINS & BOULDER • mosquitosquad.com/fort-collins • 970.658.5878
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Mountain Mist Spas: Top 3 Hot Tub Store
What has been the key to your business success?
Being a factory direct spa dealer in Colorado gives Mountain Mist Spas a unique advantage in terms of quality control, pricing and customer service. With 40 years of experience, we have built a reputation of knowledge and expertise, and our customers trust that they are getting top-notch products and support from a reputable and experienced spa dealer. By eliminating middlemen and selling directly to customers, we can also offer competitive pricing on our products.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
We believe that supporting local schools and athletic programs is important. This allows us to get involved in the community so that we can give back and contribute to the growth and development of our area. Doing so not only benefits the community but also fosters a sense of pride and unity across Northern Colorado.
What are your business goals for the future?
Our primary objective is to improve the health and well-being of our customers, providing them with a sanctuary to unwind and relax. By offering high-quality products, we strive to eliminate stress and promote a sense of tranquility. Our products also serve as a catalyst for creating cherished family moments, as they provide a space for loved ones to connect and enjoy each other’s company. We will continue to provide our top-notch products for many
more years.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We have established a solid track record of providing customer satisfaction. Our long-standing presence in the industry demonstrates our commitment to delivering quality products and services that meet our customers’ needs.
Respondent: Kara Brown, Owner
Mountain Mist Spas of Fort Collins • mtmistspas.com • 970.484.7076 • 2427 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
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Poudre Pet & Feed Supply: Best Pet Supply Store
What has been the key to your business success?
Every day we get to build relationships with fellow animal lovers and see the bond between them and their pets grow. Making a difference in the wellbeing of animals and their families provides us with a strong sense of purpose. At the end of each day, we know we have helped bring joy and love into the lives of pets and people, making our corner of the world a little better.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Be honest, be kind and believe in what you do.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Serving our community guides us, and creating positive change is vital to everything we do. We host dental clinics and microchipping events and partner with animal welfare organizations, including NOCO Humane, Animal Friends Alliance, Northern Colorado Friends of Ferals, W.O.L.F. Sanctuary, Big Bones Canine Rescue, Larimer Retired K9 Foundation and the Rocky Mountain
Raptor Program.
What are your business goals for the future?
To continue empowering pet owners with essential know-how
and resources, supporting local nonprofits and encouraging
responsible pet ownership in the community.
Respondent: Megan Borgmeyer, Marketing Specialist
POUDRE PET & FEED SUPPLY • poudrefeed.com • 833.662.6738 • Locations in Loveland, Windsor and Fort Collins
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Precision Oral Surgery: Top 3 Oral Surgeon/Periodontist
What has been the key to your business success?
At Precision Oral Surgery, we believe that our success comes from not only our exceptional training, but also our focus on patient-centered care. We prioritize the needs of our patients, providing them with the highest level of care and support. From the moment a patient walks through our doors, they are greeted by our welcoming staff and comfortable environment.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We are dedicated to staying up to date with the latest techniques and technologies. This ensures that we provide our patients with a great experience. We are also grateful to be able to build relationships within our dental community. With them, we are able to provide education and resources that give our patients the highest level of knowledge and treatment.
What are your business goals for the future?
Soon we will be opening a new location in Windsor. We believe that everyone should have access to high-quality healthcare, and we are committed to bringing our services to the entirety of Northern Colorado. As we expand, we will continue to provide the best oral surgery experience for our patients.
Respondent: Daniel Yacoob, Oral Surgeon
PRECISION ORAL SURGERY • precisionOS.com • 970.410.1456 • 1831 65th Ave., Ste. 3, Greeley
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Rachel Vesta Homes: Best Realtor
What has been the key to your business success?
In business and life, I truly believe that relationships and community have been the keys to my success and fulfillment. Couple that with a solid foundation in entrepreneurship prior to real estate, a genuine passion for empowering others, a robust Midwestern work ethic (I’ll take care of it!), a mindset geared toward growth, a reliable network of trusted service professionals and an unwavering commitment to providing exceptional service with integrity.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
I am dedicated to actively contributing to the community and forging meaningful connections that mirror my core values as a connector, community builder, educator and encourager of people. My ties in Northern Colorado have blossomed naturally through involvement in local events, activities and community work over the past six years.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Having navigated the overwhelming landscape of divorce, I felt drawn to help others in the community who are going through the same process. I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve achieved the distinction of Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE®). As a CDRE, I specialize in the crossover of real estate and family law and provide essential expertise for attorneys and clients navigating the complexities of their cases.
What are your business goals for the future?
My goal is to consistently deliver an outstanding real estate experience to each client, every time. I am a firm believer that homeownership should be within everyone’s reach, and I’m genuinely invested in my clients’ success. While it might not be a straightforward or speedy journey and may appear daunting, I’m confident that with vision, dedication, tenacity and the right team of professionals planning, strategizing and backing your efforts, we can make it happen!
Respondent: Rachel Soto Vesta, Colorado Real Estate Broker/Owner
RACHEL VESTA HOMES • rachelvesta.com • 970.443.0561
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Bullhide 4×4: Best 4×4 Parts & Accessories
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our goal has been to build our business as the 4×4 experts in NOCO. This has come by not only being knowledgeable about the most up-to-date products but also implementing the most recent approaches to getting the results our customers need and want. We work and play in the 4×4 industry, and that gives our customers the confidence and trust that we have the experience they are looking for.
What are your business goals for the future?
We spent 20 years at our College Avenue location, and we recently moved to a newly remodeled and larger store on Horsetooth Road. Our goal has been to gain more space to provide faster service as well as a larger showroom to offer more products for our customers.
Respondent: Susan Butters, Owner
Bullhide 4×4 • bullhide4x4.com • 970.224.2288 • 216 W. Horsetooth Rd., Fort Collins
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Columbine Health Systems: Best Assisted Living Facility
What has been the key to your business success?
Columbine’s success as Northern Colorado’s leader in senior health care starts with our incredible team of experienced, dedicated team members who make a difference in our residents’ lives. Our exceptional quality of care, home-like environments and all-encompassing services show Columbine residents that they are loved, safe and can have wonderful life enrichment experiences in our communities.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We created a continuum of care for seniors in Northern Colorado starting with maintenance-free patio homes for active adults 55 and older. When the time comes for more convenience, we offer independent living facilities, and when more care is needed, we offer assisted living facilities. For those in need of short-term or long-term skilled nursing, we have facilities in Windsor and Fort Collins.
Respondent: Joel Bitler, Chief Operations Officer
COLUMBINE HEALTH SYSTEMS • columbinehealth.com • 970.482.0198 • Multiple Locations
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Front Range Plastic Surgery: Best Plastic Surgery Center
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to our success has been our incredible team and teamwork. Our team has over 78 years of combined experience at Front Range Plastic Surgery. We love the work we do and
enjoy working together. We have built something very special.
What are your business goals for the future?
Our goal for the future is to continue to offer excellence in cosmetic plastic surgery and to be able to offer many more years of service to the community.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We provide cosmetic plastic surgery services in a caring, supportive environment at a fair price. We also have excellent relationships with our colleagues who complement our services when patients have reconstructive needs.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
We have made charitable contributions to Realities For Children for over 10 years. We also participate in a number of charities that support the Colorado outdoors.
Respondent: Warren Schutte, Physician Owner
FRONT RANGE PLASTIC SURGERY • frontrangeplasticsurgery.com • 970.372.2310 • 1992 Rocky Mountain Ave., Loveland
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Harmony Skin & Wellness Clinic: Top 3 Med Spa
What has been the key to your business success?
Harmony Skin & Wellness Clinic, previously Harmony Laser Center, has been an established medical spa for the past 25 years. The key to our success has been creating a team with cohesive values and a shared vision to create a one-of-a-kind experience for our community. As a team we are committed to excellence in all that we do and we are committed to supporting each other.
What has your approach to building a business in Northern Colorado been?
Northern Colorado is such an amazing community to be a part of because it’s a community that supports and appreciates local businesses. As a team we have taken an approach to put our clients needs and priorities first, placing an emphasis on efficacy and safety. We want to do our best to serve our community because our community has embraced us and has made it possible for our dream to succeed.
Respondent: Kendra Thompson, Owner
HARMONY SKIN & WELLNESS CLINIC • harmonyskin.com • 970.615.9133 • 2126 Milestone Dr., Ste. 115, Fort Collins
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Independent Plumbing Solutions, Inc.: Top 3 Plumbing Service
What has been the key to your business success?
I started Independent Plumbing Solutions knowing that honesty and hard work are critical to success. Along with that, a focus on customer satisfaction has helped put us in the positive place we are today.
What are your business goals for the future?
We will continue working on local construction trade development programs along with our own U.S. Department of Labor Registered Apprentice Program. Through these programs, we hope to build our employee base and journeyperson numbers.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
We are involved in the NoCo Home Builders Association’s Careers in Construction Colorado program, which educates young people in four local school districts about the construction trades. We also provide career preparation for high schoolers by teaching life skills and creating job opportunities.
Respondent: Daniel Ormesher, President
INDEPENDENT PLUMBING SOLUTIONS, INC. • iplumbingsolutions.com • 970.566.1377
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Mantooth Company: Best Marketing Agency
What has been the key to your business success?
Knowing that everything could be different within 24 hours and being open to change. I’ve come to understand that change provides opportunities and that it’s up to me to grab them or let them pass by.
I always have a choice.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Solid relationships! The majority of our clients are referred by an
existing client or a contact in the community. Mantooth strives to align with like-minded businesses, and together we work to reach their goals.
Respondent: Connie Hanrahan, Owner
Mantooth Marketing & PR • mantoothcompany.com • 970.833.5942 • Drake Professional Park, 2625 Redwing Rd., Ste. 160, Fort Collins
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Nova Tans: Top 3 Tanning Salon
What has been the key to your business success?
The keys to our success are how we take care of our salon, customers and employees, and that we continue to grow and improve in all areas.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our approach has consisted of paying attention to all the details (big and small), creating raving fans out of our customers and fostering an environment that makes them feel like family.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
We celebrate new business’ grand openings, donate coupons and goody bags for fellow business’ giveaways and host events where we bring in hand-selected vendors to support their business by getting them in front of our customers.
What are your business goals for the future?
Our goal is to continue providing the best luxury tanning salon experience to every person who walks through our doors. We love helping people look and feel their best while putting a smile on their faces.
Respondents: Justin and Amy Vetters, Owners
NOVA TANS • novatans.com • 970.833.5942 • 1357 Water Valley Pkwy., Ste., 400, Windsor
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Schmidt Custom Floors: Best Flooring Company
What has been the key to your business success?
We have dedicated a tremendous amount of time, resources and training to build a talented team and to support them daily to grow and thrive in their respective roles. Fully investing in our team has been the key to our success.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our business has grown steadily over the years and we feel honored to be a trusted flooring provider for some of the best contractors and remodelers in Northern Colorado. We have built our business on three pillars: integrity, dependability and innovation. This has resulted in creating lasting relationships with amazing clients.
Respondent: Barry Schmidt, Owner
SCHMIDT CUSTOM FLOORS • schmidtcustomfloors.com • 970.663.7402 • 1264 S. Grant Ave., Loveland
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Sears Trostel Lumber & Millwork: Best Lumber Supplier
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to Sears Trostel’s success is building relationships with our customers. Other factors are manufacturing high-quality hardwood mouldings in our own Fort Collins-based facility and offering our customers a wide variety of custom and in-stock wood products.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Expanding custom-manufacturing of wood interior design products including hardwood mouldings, wall/ceiling paneling, wood countertops, and box beams and mantels. We also created an in-stock line of mouldings that are more cost-effective and provide quicker installation than custom mouldings. We can also produce new mouldings to match most any existing profile for restoration projects.
Respondents: Curt Viehmeyer, Co-Owner and General Manager; and Steve Schwartz, Co-Owner and President
SEARS TROSTEL LUMBER & MILLWORK • sears-trostel.com • 970.482.1928 • 1500 Riverside Ave., Fort Collins
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Spa 4 Paws: To 3 Grooming
What has been the key to your business success?
Throughout our 20 years of operation, the cornerstone of our success has been our unwavering commitment to consistency and professionalism.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our approach is centered around the provision of grooming services while upholding a high standard of excellence and integrity within the industry.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
The 4 Paws Pet Pantry is an integral part of our community outreach efforts. Its primary purpose is to support struggling individuals and families by providing them with high-quality pet food at no cost so that they don’t have to surrender their beloved pets due to financial constraints.
What are your business goals for the future?
Our goals involve expanding our operations by acquiring a new building, which would allow us to offer additional pet services.
Respondent: April Castillon, Owner
SPA 4 PAWS SALON & MOBILE PET GROOMING • spa4pawsonline.com • 970.484.7297 • 328 S. Link Ln. #2B, Fort Collins
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Stoneworks of Colorado: Best Countertop Supplier
What has been the key to your business success?
Providing great customer service has been the key to our success. Most of our business comes from referrals.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Taking things slow over the years has been vital to consistent growth. Moving too fast can sometimes be detrimental to growing a company.
What are your business goals for the future?
We have been fortunate to grow to a point where we are now able to mostly focus on serving our existing customers.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Every year we contribute to a range of charities throughout Northern Colorado.
Respondent: Rob Abrahamson, Owner
STONEWORKS OF COLORADO • stoneworksofcolorado.com • 970.493.1992 • 3555 S. Lincoln Ave., Loveland
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DaVinci Teeth Whitening: Best Teeth Whitening
What has been the key to your business success?
Offering laser teeth whitening at affordable prices while maintaining the highest level of safety, results and customer service. We take care of our loyal customers; after your first appointment, we offer you our friends and family
discount, a price that is rarely offered to new clients.
Respondent: Rodney Smith, Owner
DAVINCI TEETH WHITENING • davinciteethwhiteningftcollins.com 970.217.8882 • 1905 W. 8th St., Ste. 115, Loveland
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eHeart Interior Solutions: Best Interior Finishes
What has been the key to your business success?
When I began my career, I noticed people were paralyzed by how overwhelming remodeling could be, so I set out to implement a system to walk clients through the process with ease. Today, I consistently hear “I didn’t know this could be this easy” from clients, which is such a gratifying experience. I am grateful to be entrusted with my clients’ projects and receive their referrals as a result.
Respondent: Emily Chase, Interior Designer
eheart interior solutions • eheartdesign.com • 970.669.0288 • 4420 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
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Exodus Moving & Storage: Best Moving Company
What has been the key to your business success?
We believe in contributing to our communities and building lasting professional relationships. Our experience equips us to tackle even the toughest moves and unforeseen challenges with confidence.
How does your business go above and beyond to support
your community?
We actively engage with nonprofit partners to support their missions by donating or discounting our white-glove moving services, our warehouse space and our time.
Respondent: Carrie Levy, CEO
EXODUS MOVING & STORAGE • exodusmoving.com • 970.484.1488
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Eyecare Associates: Best Eye Care
What has been the key to your business success?
We could not be more appreciative to have received this honor and we promise to continue doing our best to live up to the highest standards of customer service and patient care that you deserve. We want to thank our staff who have made this possible. Our culture is one of communication, empathy and service. Our staff and doctors are the ones who ensure that you feel special every time you walk through the door.
Respondent: Dawn Dittmar, Practice Administrator
EYECARE ASSOCIATES • eyecarefortcollins.com • 970.221.4811 702 W. Drake Rd., Bldg. B, Fort Collins
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Fort Collins Heating & Air: Best Heating & Air Services
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
My approach is having a clear focus on a local demographic and treating each customer the way I would want to be treated: with honesty and integrity. I am focused on making a profit, but not taking advantage, and having a long-term approach so customers keep coming back.
Respondent: Glenn Frank, President
Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning • fortcollinsheating.com • 970.450.3030
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Grey Rock Sports Grill: Best Sports Bar
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We want to be the best at everything we do. We strive to provide the best sports viewing experience in Northern Colorado, and we push to have the cleanest restaurant possible. Our ultimate goal is to be a destination that brings people
together for good times.
Respondent: Ty Anderson, General Manager
Grey Rock Sports Grill • greyrocksportsgrill.com • 970.229.0017 • 925 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 450, Fort Collins
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Light + Liv: Top 3 Yoga Studio
What has been the key to your business success?
The community, the students and our team that all come together for yoga is what makes Light + Liv not only successful, but a family. We are grateful for the support we’ve received in Northern Colorado.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our approach has been focused on yoga and creating a safe place for people to connect, move and be themselves.
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Community is one of our core values. We host The Crowded Table, support local nonprofits and collaborate with other small businesses for events.
Respondent: Julia Tompkins, Owner and Founder
Light + LIV • lightandliv.com • 925 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 450, Fort Collins
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Manweiler Appliance: Best Appliance Repair
What has been the key to your business success?
We prioritize service above all else. Our service department is dedicated to providing top-tier appliance repair and maintenance services that are efficient and reliable. You can count on us to take care of your appliances for their entire lifespan, ensuring that they remain in the best possible condition.
Respondent: Stacy Manweiler, Manager
Pictured: Victor, Service Technician
Manweiler appliance • manweilerappliances.com • 970.674.0676 • 414 Main St., Ste. B, Windsor
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Northern Colorado Tree Service: Best Tree Service
What has been the key to your business success?
Our business success is due to our commitment to bring integrity, honesty and excellence to all we do. This has allowed us to build meaningful relationships and positively impact our community. Thank you NOCO for supporting our values and
vision and voting us #1!
Respondent: Jackie Gosser, Owner
NORTHERN COLORADO TREE SERVICE • northerncoloradotreeservice.com • 970.775.8877
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Spa World: Best Hot Tub Store
What has been the key to your business success?
The key to our success has been treating customers as though we are in their shoes. With owner involvement in every aspect of the business, customers never get the “that’s not my job” treatment.
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
We have always focused on doing what is best for our customers and building lasting relationships rather than making a quick sale or the most profit.
Respondent: Shane Merkt, Co-Owner
SPA WORLD • espaworld.com • 970.493.1765 • 2040 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
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Studio BE Salon: Top 3 Hair Salon
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Studio Be Salon has been deeply rooted in our community’s culture and style evolution since 2006 and has expanded from a single family-owned salon to four locations across Fort Collins, Boulder and Loveland. With 65 employees, we’re committed to advancing careers and supporting local initiatives. We passionately empower aspiring hairstylists through scholarships and training programs such as Beauty Changes Lives and the Atarashii Apprentice Program, aligning ourselves with organizations that share our vision for a vibrant community.
Respondent: Sarah Alagha, Marketing Manager
Studio be salon • studiobesalon.com • 970.416.0400 • Multiple Locations
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Vintage Marketplace: Best Antique Shop
How does your business go above
and beyond to support your community?
We are a boutique style vendor vintage market offering both new and repurposed treasures. Whether you’re looking for mid-century modern, shabby chic, vintage, antique, handmade or collectible, with new items added daily, every day is a new shopping experience! We pride ourselves on providing a clean, inviting space for over 80 small business owners to create and collaborate to offer the community their unique items at great prices.
Respondent: Kimberly Mary, Owner
VINTAGE MARKETPLACE • VintagemarketplaceFC.com • 970.672.8048 • 6520 S. College Ave., Fort Collins
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Windsor Audiology: Best Hearing Center
How does your business go above and beyond to support your community?
Every year, we partner with Widex to gift hearing aids to those in need in our community. We also offer military and first responder discounts on hearing aids and hearing aid supplies. In addition, I have put a lot of my focus on improving access to tinnitus relief using Widex’s tinnitus sound relief technology.
Respondent: Leann Johnson, Au.D., and Owner
Windsor audiology • windsoraudiology.com • 970.528.5060 • 8201 Spinnaker Bay Dr., Ste. E, Windsor
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Yoga Pod: Best Yoga Studio
What has been your approach to building your business in Northern Colorado?
Our approach has been heavily focused on creating meaningful relationships within the community. We also put great emphasis on our student experience, studio cleanliness, friendly staff and culture. Providing a space for people in Fort Collins to invest in their health and wellness is an honor for us.
Respondent: Jana Stratton, Studio Manager
YOGA POD • yogapod.com/fortcollins • 970.829.8751 • 3300 S. College Ave., #160, Fort Collins
