Colorado takes its tech growth seriously — and so does the federal government.
According to the Denver Post, the Economic Development Administration in the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded Colorado $40.5 million earlier this year to fund the advancement and commercialization of quantum technology, cementing the state’s status as one of the nation’s leading tech hubs.
Of course, success in the tech industry is nothing new for Coloradoans, as the state plays host to many established and rising tech competitors. For instance, DISH, an EchoStar company, continues to lead the telecommunications space with its tech-powered solutions, while zLinq is leveraging fresh capital to enhance its enterprise communications software.
But it’s not just about driving innovation at Colorado’s top tech companies. At VORTO, employees have access to impactful perks, such as flexible PTO and company equity, in addition to ample professional development opportunities.
So as Colorado’s tech scene continues to transform, the state’s top tech companies are taking products — and cultures — to the next level. Read on to learn what else makes DISH, zLinq and VORTO our featured companies of the month.
What the company does: DISH, an Echostar company, offers TV and internet services to consumers and businesses across the United States. The company’s technologists work within a wide range of disciplines, including broadcast and spacecraft engineering, information security, cloud engineering and network development.
The Perks
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Family medical leave
- Generous PTO
Scalability is essential: VP of Systems Engineering Arnold Agcaoili caught up with Built In Colorado last year to describe how the company’s engineers prioritize scalability throughout the product development process. “We build our processes and teams with automation in mind all the time,” he said. “This gives us the agility to thrive in quickly-changing environments and the flexibility to adapt to ever-evolving requirements.”
What VORTO does: VORTO’s autonomous supply chain platform allows organizations to predict demand, schedule fleets, automate payments and more. The AI-powered platform is designed to help companies reduce supply chain costs, improve driver utilization and eliminate carbon emissions.
The Perks
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible PTO
- Commuter benefits
- Company equity
‘Explore beyond boundaries’: In an interview with Built In Colorado earlier this year, VORTO Senior Accountant Nawal Young described how the company empowers its people to pursue their career goals. “There are no constraints on your professional growth — you’re not limited to a specific role or function,” she said. “On the contrary, there’s an explicit encouragement to explore beyond boundaries, put forth innovative ideas and foster connections across departments.”
What zLinq does: zLinq’s platform helps enterprises manage the communication lifecycle. The company’s product suite includes a customer dashboard, which offers organizations visibility across the communications environment, and an optimization solution that allows organizations to identify and realize near-term cost savings opportunities.
The Perks
- Adoption assistance
- 100% employer-paid health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Generous PTO
In the news: Earlier this year, the company announced it had raised additional funding in a round led by McCarthy Capital. According to a Built In Colorado report, the company plans to put the extra capital toward scaling its market presence, expanding its SaaS product capabilities and enhancing its invoice processing solution.
