Economic Development

The Wheat Ridge Economic Development Division is dedicated to the businesses and community members of Wheat Ridge by providing a phenomenal array of resources right here in the community.

Wheat Ridge has an excellent business community with a convenient location and easy access to major thoroughfares. Wheat Ridge is a business-friendly community neighboring both downtown Denver and the I-70 Corridor.

Residents, visitors and businesses alike enjoy the outstanding quality of life in Wheat Ridge with miles of open space, trails, and parks all nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The resources the Economic Development Division has access to will help businesses grow and thrive.

Wheat Ridge Annual Business Awards

The City of Wheat Ridge, the Wheat Ridge Business Association (WRBA), and the Wheat Ridge Chamber of Commerce recognize outstanding businesses in the community at the annual Wheat Ridge Business Appreciation Awards Ceremony. Local leaders and members of the business community join Wheat Ridge Mayor Bud Starker to honor the achievements of Wheat Ridge businesses.

The 2022 award recipients:

 Mayor’s Award – Cheryl Brungardt 
 Council Partnership – Rebekah Raudabaugh
 Business of the Year – Wheat Ridge Poultry & Meat
Reinvestment – Gold’s Marketplace, Foothills Credit Union, Applejack Wine and Liquor, New Image Brewery 
Sustainability Award – The Wheelie Bean 
Cultural Commission – Clancy’s Irish Pub
WRBA Member of the Year – Peter Dewolf, Margie Seyfer
WRBA Rising Star Award – Jeremy Laufer
Chamber Business of the Year – Kerry Iselin 
Chamber Volunteer of the Year – Bob Dubois – Paramount Roofing and Gutters
 Non-Profit of the Year – Jefferson Center for Mental Health