Collegiate Peaks Bank Announces Peter Geronazzo as Regional President in Colorado Springs
Collegiate Peaks Bank, Division of Glacier Bank, has announced that Peter Geronazzo is the regional president for Colorado Springs. He has been with Collegiate Peaks Bank for the past five years and has more than 20 years of experience in financial services, providing comprehensive banking solutions, including commercial lending, SBA financing, cash management and treasury services, designed to support the full financial needs of growing businesses.
Mr. Geronazzo is currently working with Toby Gannett, the lead developer for Draper Commons – Bristow House, a 185-unit affordable housing development in downtown Colorado Springs. He was also an integral part of the Bank of the San Juans transition to Collegiate Peaks Bank in 2025. Peter joins a team of experienced banking veterans, all contributing to the bank’s strategic growth and momentum, which includes the opening of a new full-service branch in Fort Collins this year.
A graduate of Colorado College and a former All‑American hockey player, Peter brings discipline, teamwork, and a competitive mindset to every client relationship. He is known for his relationship‑driven approach focused on truly understanding each client’s goals, operations, and financial strategy.
Howell Construction Welcomes Lauren Spalinger to the Team
Howell Construction announced that Lauren Spalinger has joined the company as director of accounting and finance. With more than a decade of financial leadership experience in the AEC industry, Lauren brings a proven track record and will play a key role in strengthening Howell’s operations and continued delivery of exceptional
projects.
A graduate of Messiah University, Lauren holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and brings extensive expertise in financial planning, analysis, and accounting operations. She previously served as Controller for a local general contractor, where she led financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the organization.
In her role as Director of Accounting and Finance, Lauren will lead the company’s finance and accounting functions, partner closely with the construction operations team, and set the strategic direction needed to scale these areas of the business in step with the company’s continued growth. With a track record of identifying process improvements to drive greater efficiency and building disciplined, high-performing teams, Lauren will help further strengthen Howell’s accounting function.
“Lauren brings a fresh perspective from her time within the industry, an exceptional work ethic, and a leadership style rooted in servant leadership,” said Andrew Gilstrap, vice president at Howell Construction. “Her values align closely with ours, and the energy and long-term vision she brings mirror the trajectory of where this company is headed.”
Hector Karim Gaona now serving as Hotel Manager at Denver’s Crawford Hotel
The Crawford Hotel announced that Hector Karim Gaona is now serving as hotel manager at the award-winning property located inside Denver Union Station.
Gaona is an accomplished hospitality executive with more than a decade of experience at luxury resorts across the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean and Africa. He previously served as the Area General Manager for ÀNI Private Resorts in Anguilla and the Dominican Republic and the Director of Rooms at the Ritz-Carlton Club in Aspen, Colorado. He also held leadership positions at the One&Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius, The St. Regis Chicago and The St. Regis New York. Most recently, he served as the Managing Director for Wynterbrook, a luxury hospitality consulting firm based in Colorado for boutique and resort clients.
Fluent in both Spanish and English, Gaona earned an Executive MBA from Hult International Business School in Boston.
“Hector is a proven leader with vast luxury expertise, we are thrilled to have him leading The Crawford as we continue to elevate our guest experience,” said Ed Blair, Area General Manager overseeing The Crawford and Denver Union Station.
Guests at The Crawford can enjoy the unique experience of sleeping inside the iconic Denver Union Station, which originally opened in 1881 and was revitalized in 2014. Managed by Denver’s Sage Hospitality Group, the hotel is named for renowned Denver urban preservationist Dana Crawford, who passed away last year.
Inspired by the golden age of train travel, The Crawford completed a luxurious refresh of its 112-guest rooms last year. Designed to embrace the grand architecture of Denver’s landmark train station, each guest room features opulent, custom-made furniture and window treatments in rich jewel tones, with an eclectic mix of locally sourced art and gorgeous floral ceiling coverings. Honored with a Michelin Guide One Key, The Crawford offers an extensive list of guest amenities, from live harp music in the new Parlour lobby space to an in-room cocktail experience from the Cooper Lounge.
