Colorado can be defined by the old and the new, and the convergence of both.
The things that have always been there — stunning scenery, contrasting landscapes, outdoor activities and a rich cultural heritage — remain a key draw for newcomers and longtime residents alike.
At the same time, Colorado continues to offer opportunities for professionals who have their sights set on technologies that create an impact far beyond the Great Sand Dunes National Park or Rockies Mountains.
Colorado, which reached an all-time high of startup investments in Q2 of 2022, the future remains hopeful.
According to the most recent ColoradoTech Industry Report, the state’s tech sector accounts for 9.4% of its workforce. CompTIA’s annual State of the Tech Workforce predicted that the area would draw the biggest net increase in tech employment in 2023.
Across the Centennial State, both well-established companies and energized starpups are searching for new talent to reach ambitious goals. But two companies — Quantum Metric and Sovrn — have made their way to the front of the pack in May.
Built In Colorado dug into exactly what makes their company cultures and energized teams tick.
What Quantum Metric does: Quantum Metric’s digital intelligence platform provides cross-functional teams with real-time insights that help efficiently identify technical issues, monitor performance and create customer-centric digital products.
Collaborative culture: In 2022, Director of Enterprise Solutions Krystel Harvey chatted with Built In Colorado about how Quantum Metric employees are ready to help each other out at a moment’s notice. “We were working on an initiative for one of my customers and the whole team, from C-level executives to engineers and customer support, dropped everything and were at my beck and call with no questions asked.”
An impactful product: The company’s insights have provided customers significant savings. “Seeing firsthand how customers use and rely on our system to make critical business decisions really changed my line of thinking,” said Director of Software Engineering Jason Brodie in an interview with Built In Colorado.
What Sovrn does: Sovrn helps online publishers and content creators understand, operate and grow their businesses through affiliate marketing, ad exchanges, ad management and market insights.
A focus on DEI: Diversity serves as a throughline for Sovrn team members. With a diverse higher management team, four DEI subcommittees (including a DEI recruiting and talent committee), and a documented equal pay policy, the company ensures inclusivity and equity are a driving force company wide.
Professional development: Career advancement opportunities are plentiful at Sovrn — employees take advantage of customized development tracks, a mentorship program, paid industry certifications and job training. “Between the collaborative ecosystem Sovrn provides, and the genuine support from my teammates, I feel challenged and encouraged to continue to develop as a software engineer,” said Software Engineer III Roxanne Baldwin on the company’s culture.
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