Wix Announces New Denver Office

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Governor Jared Polis and the Office of Economic Development and International Trade today announced that Wix.com, Ltd, a global leader in website creation, has selected Denver for the planned fall opening of its newest office location. This new Denver office is the latest domestic addition to support explosive company growth. Position at the Denver will include more than 200 full-time Customer Care team members initially and will add corresponding functions including sales and account management with its continued growth.

"Colorado has the perfect business climate, entrepreneurial spirit, resilient and skilled workforce to help support the company's continued expansion. These new jobs will be a strong addition to Colorado's rebounding economy and this Denver location will offer tremendous opportunity for continued growth," said Governor Jared Polis.

Wix's Denver location will join the company's over 3,200 employees across 15 other permanent office locations including headquarters in Israel, US offices in Miami, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles and Phoenix, as well as offices in Ukraine, Lithuania, Ireland, Germany, Japan and Brazil.

"We have experienced immense growth as entrepreneurs, creators and businesses move and expand online. In order to continue to serve our over 170 million users and positively impact the success of millions of businesses and professional services, it is our top priority to provide best in class customer care and create a positive experience for them while using our service," said Alon Mor, VP of Customer Care at Wix. "Denver has and continues to be an epicenter for technology, attracting talent that matches what we're seeking for one of the most strategic groups in our company. We believe that in Denver we can build a strong team that will support our mission of helping millions of people achieve their business goals and build a professional digital presence."

About Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade

The Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) works with partners to create a positive business climate that encourages dynamic economic development and sustainable job growth. Under the leadership of Governor Jared Polis, we strive to advance the State's economy through financial and technical assistance that fosters local and regional economic development activities throughout Colorado. OEDIT offers a host of programs and services tailored to support business development at every level including business retention services, business relocation services, and business funding and incentives. Our office includes the Global Business Development division; Colorado Tourism Office; Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office; Colorado Creative Industries; Business Financing & Incentives division; the Colorado Small Business Development Network; Colorado Office of Film, TV & Media; the Minority Business Office; and the Colorado Innovation Network. Learn more at www.choosecolorado.com.

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