For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER — The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today announced the launch of the 2023 National Civics Bee competition, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. The state chamber has partnered with five local chambers of commerce […]
PHOTOS: Colorado Chamber Kicks Off 2023 Legislative Session
Last night the Colorado Chamber hosted its annual Colorado Business Day event, the 2023 legislative kickoff reception! It was a full house as we were joined by Chamber members and key elected officials – including the Speaker of the House and the Governor. At our event, we honored Rep. Shannon Bird and the late former […]
Reps. Hugh McKean, Shannon Bird Recognized as Colorado Chamber Legislators of the Year
For media inquiries please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber has named Rep. Shannon Bird and the late former Minority Leader Hugh McKean as 2023 Legislators of the Year. The awards were given at the Colorado Chamber’s legislative kickoff reception Thursday evening and were determined based on lawmakers’ records from the […]
New Report Highlights Colorado’s Major Competitive Challenges: Affordability and Regulations
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber today released a new report on Colorado’s competitive economic landscape and outlook in collaboration with Dietrich Partners, a nationally recognized Colorado-based business consulting firm. The study assesses the state’s overall business climate and the factors impacting company decisions to expand or […]
Colorado Chamber Releases 2023 Legislative Agenda
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today released its 2023 Legislative Agenda outlining policy objectives for the upcoming state legislative session. The agenda lays out both short-term and long-term goals that will put Colorado in a position to tackle ever-evolving economic challenges now and into […]
Supporting Our Veterans
There are over 2.52 million businesses owned by veterans in the United States, making up about 9% of all businesses in the country. Veterans make up a 5.6% of the total civilian labor force, contributing to our national economy in a major way. The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) provides several benefits for employers […]
Colorado Chamber Statement on Colorado General Election Results
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – Colorado Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Loren Furman released the following statement on the Colorado 2022 General Election results: “Colorado businesses and working families continue to face uncertain economic times, and the leaders elected yesterday have a critical responsibility to guide our state […]
Photos: Colorado Chamber Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Contest and Annual Meeting
Last week the Colorado Chamber held its annual meeting where it hosted a legislative panel and announced the winner of the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado contest! View pictures from the event below.
Chamber Member Fidelity to Offer Fully Funded Undergraduate Degrees to Many Entry-Level Employees
Fidelity Investments today announced that it will offer fully funded undergraduate degrees to many of its employees, providing access to education for early-career customer service representativesi. The program will fully pay for tuition, books, fees, and taxes, providing a truly debt-free education for select four- and two-year programs. Fidelity, which hired over 16,000 people in […]
Legislative Leaders Contemplate Colorado Political Landscape and Election at Chamber Annual Meeting
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today held its annual meeting luncheon and hosted a bipartisan political discussion featuring top leaders from the state legislature and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce also announced the winner of its inaugural Coolest Thing […]