Colorado. Labor Market Information.
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Tourism is a key component of Colorado's economy. Tourism workers interact with people from all over the world who come to Colorado for meetings, conferences and vacations. These service-oriented occupations provide visitors with amenities such as lodging, food, entertainment and transportation.
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
The Great Recession of 2007 wreaked enormous economic damage throughout the nation. Not only were employment losses the greatest since the 1930s but other aspects of labor market activity, such as labor force participation, declined to levels not seen since at least the late 1970s. The surge in unemployment and ensuing slow recovery in hiring placed tremendous strain on many state unemployment insurance trust funds. As a result, more than 30 state...
8) Retail trade
Pub. Date
[2012]
Description
Retail trade is one of the largest industries in Colorado. Jobs in this industry often provide flexible work hours, the opportunity to assist customers with their purchasing decisions, and a chance to educate consumers on the benefits of various products.