DBJ: The POWR Act takes effect: What does it mean for CO businesses? In adapting to the new law, Colorado Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Loren Furman said it would behoove employers and their HR departments to acquaint themselves with the POWR Act and provide information and details in their employee policy handbooks. She […]
Get your Tickets TODAY… 2023 Congressional Luncheon
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce brings business and our Congressional Delegation together biennially to raise interest in supporting and improving our economy and quality of life, as well as sharing insight into the inner workings of Washington, DC. CEOs, senior managers, and small business owners attend this highly sought-after event for the opportunity to […]
Colorado Chamber Files Pre-Hearing Statement in GEMM 2 Rulemaking on Behalf of Members
With the passage of HB21-1266, the State’s Industrial sector must reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 20% by the year 2030, compared to what it released in 2015. As a result, there are ongoing rulemakings with the Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC). The Chamber is leading a coalition of ten member companies on the […]
Phil Horwitz to Chair Tax Council
The Chamber is pleased to announce Phil Horwitz as the new Chair of the Colorado Chamber’s Tax Council. The Chamber’s Tax Council is made up of issue experts that advise staff on tax policy at the state level. Phil has been working in state and local tax since 1994. He assists clients with all aspects […]
Colorado Chamber Visits Colorado Serum Company
This week the Colorado Chamber had a chance to visit the 100-year-old Colorado Serum Company—one of the Chamber’s longest-standing members. CSC was founded in Denver by Dr. J.N. Huff in 1923 to combat the Hog Cholera epidemic that was devastating livestock nationwide. Thanks to CSC, Hog Cholera was eradicated in the United States, and today […]
Leadership Colorado Tours Horseshoe Black Hawk
Last Thursday, our Leadership Colorado group had the opportunity to visit Horseshoe Black Hawk. The group spoke with Norris Hamilton, Andre Holloway, and Tara Aragon from Horseshoe Casino about their facility and being in the gaming industry. Representative Judy Amabile, Mayor Jeremy Fey, and David Farahi with Kindbridge Behavioral Health also joined us to speak […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Sun: What’s Working: Job openings in Colorado decline as employers presumably find the staff they need After two years of labor shortages, Colorado’s job market seems to be turning around, at least for some employers. Read More… KUNC: 1A and KUNC partner for a live conversation to celebrate the National Civics Bee You have […]
Mark Ferrandino to Lead Governor’s Office of State Planning & Budgeting – New DOR Executive Director is TBD
On July 10, 2023, Governor Jared Polis appointed Mark Ferrandino to lead the Office of State Planning and Budget (OSPB). “Colorado’s economy is thriving and Mark is well-positioned to help propel our shared efforts with the legislature to ensure we have a more affordable, safer, cleaner Colorado today and for future generations,” said Governor Polis. […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Post: Good news for Colorado businesses: Job vacancies dropped during second quarter of 2023 The latest workforce trends are looking bright for Colorado businesses as the number of job vacancies plunged 8% in the second quarter of 2023. Read More… NBC: Job Vacancies Down in Colorado Springs and Pueblo Watch Video Here Greeley Tribune: […]
The Best of America Small Business Awards are Accepting Nominations!
The prestigious Best of America Small Business Awards was created to recognize the effort and talents of small businesses in our nation. With more than 150 categories divided into six tracks, BASA is on the hunt for the best small businesses in the country to celebrate their notable efforts in pushing the economy and communities […]