The majority of the firms located here have less than 500 employees and for such a small area, the diversity among firms is excellent. They range from recreational to biotech to career services and all have found a good home base here. This area offers a great blend of high-tech and pharmaceutical companies, such as IBM and Storage Technology. Research and development firms, consumer products companies and food and beverage corporations also can be found here. The University of Colorado offers programs in 140 fields to more than 25,000 students.
Boulder also offers less traditional educational opportunities.
The Naropa Institute offers degrees in alternative fields of study including dance therapy, environmental leadership and poetry. Boulder is a year-round cultural center. The city is filled with a variety of museums as well as performing arts theaters. All in all, Boulder is a great place for work and relaxation.