This month, Leadership Colorado participants had the unique opportunity to gain firsthand insight into Colorado’s gaming industry during an immersive visit to Monarch Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk. The group explored key aspects of casino operations, examined the unique challenges of operating in a mountain community, and engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on iGaming […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
KDRO: Three local students advance to 2025 Colorado Civics Bee competitions According to the Colorado Chamber Foundation, over 300 students across the state submitted essays to enter the regional competitions. Students participated in live quiz events and were pressed on their civics knowledge by panels of judges before being selected to move to the state competition. […]
Small Business Spotlight
In honor of National Small Business Week, the Colorado Chamber is celebrating Colorado small businesses and recognizing the contributions of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and their employees to our local communities. This week’s features include: John Conn with Stage 2 Studios Kevin Astala with Ace Office Furniture Anthony Lambatos with Footers Catering Magda King with Antlers at Vail Learn more about Small Business Week here…
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
DBJ: Business group tallies legislative wins in regulatory reform effort Ahead of the 2025 state Legislative session, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce outlined three areas where it hoped to curtail business regulation. Four bills backed by the group have passed in the state legislature and await the governor’s signature. Read More… Colorado Sun: Colorado union and business […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 305
With the 2025 legislative session ending in less than a week, our last “What We’re Watching” feature is a bill that aligns with one of the Colorado Chamber’s most important priorities – improving government regulatory processes. Senate Bill 305, which cleared its final legislative hurdle this morning and is on its way to the governor, […]
Colorado Chamber Policy Councils Hold Last Meetings of Session
In the last few weeks of the 2025 legislative session, the Colorado Chamber Tax and Government Affairs Councils had their final meetings of the session to take positions on legislation and received updates previously discussed bills. The Colorado Chamber took a position on the following bill: Tax Council Positions: HB 1296: Oppose to Amend The bill […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Aspen Times: Colorado job vacancies jump in the first quarter of 2025 amid economic uncertainty, but experts warn of possible slowdown Colorado’s labor market saw a 12.8% growth in job postings from January through April, ranking third highest nationwide and notably outpacing the national growth rate of 7.7%, according to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation and […]
Commemorating May’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 5 and 10+ Years
The Colorado Chamber would like to take a moment to acknowledge the unwavering support of our long-standing members who have been with us for 5 and 10+ years this May. Their dedication to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in our continued growth and success. We extend our appreciation to the following members […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 306
We’ve now entered the final stretch of the 2025 legislative session, with two weeks left and many bills left to pass (or kill). One major priority of the Colorado Chamber’s this session has been implementing regulatory reform to create transparency and address some of the major pressure points facing the business community. A key component […]
Colorado Chamber Policy Councils Discuss Environmental Legislation
The Colorado Chamber’s Energy & Environment and Regulatory Affairs Councils held their last meetings of the 2025 legislative session this week to discuss key legislation. The Regulatory Affairs Council received updates on legislation that would reinstate emissions requirements for large buildings and increase the regulatory burden for Colorado building owners. The group also discussed landfill […]