Douglas County Day – Metro Denver Site Selection Conference
On October 8, 2025, Douglas County took center stage at the Metro Denver Site Selection Conference with a day full of strategic engagement, industry-connecting and site-selection promotion. From a high-profile luncheon to a behind-the-scenes tour of aerospace giant, Lockheed Martin. The day underscored the county’s commitment to attracting business growth, strengthening its aerospace ecosystem and showcasing its unique value proposition.
Douglas County Day at Liberty Media
The day began at the Liberty Campus in Centennial where the Douglas County – Economic Development Corporation hosted an exclusive luncheon for site selectors and business leaders. The Liberty Campus served as the perfect venue to highlight Douglas County’s readiness for high-tech and innovation tenants.
The luncheon created a collaborative atmosphere, allowing for networking and conversation among industry, government, and community leaders. Following lunch, a moderated panel featured executives from prominent companies discussing the drivers of site-location decisions and the role of regional ecosystems. Key takeaways from the panel included the importance of workforce strategy, collaboration between companies, and quality of life factors in site selection decisions. Panelists highlighted that Douglas County’s
strength lies in its ecosystem — a community of interconnected companies, infrastructure, and workforce.
A big thank you to our expert panelists for their invaluable insights:
• Romy Ricafort, Vice President, Sales Engineering, Comcast
• Brent Swift, Vice President, Advanced Capabilities, Northrop Grumman
• Nicholas Garvin, CEO, Mobile TV Group
• Michael Wilson, Executive Vice President of Operations & CFO, Astro Digital
• Stacey DeFore, Principal, Stakeholder Engagement & Government Relations, Lockheed Martin
Special thanks to our Douglas County Commissioners Abe Laydon, George Teal and Kevin Van Winkle for attending along with Sheriff Darren Weekly.
We concluded the afternoon with an exclusive, eye-opening tour of the Lockheed Martin Ignite Lab! It was a powerful demonstration of how public-private partnerships translate into real-world innovation and success. We’re proud to be a hub for such collaborative excellence
Why Douglas County Is Playing to Win
Douglas County’s strategic advantages include its strong aerospace base, top-ranked schools, high quality of life, and proactive approach to economic development. The county’s central message during Site Selection Week was clear: Douglas County is more than just a location — it’s a destination for innovation, collaboration, and growth.