Workforce development is a key focus area of the Colorado Chamber’s 10-year strategic action plan to improve the state’s business climate. As part of that effort, the Chamber has been working closely with its partners in the Education to Employment Alliance to bolster our talent pipeline and elevate Colorado’s workforce. The Education to Employment Alliance […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Politics: A lobbying frenzy builds around air pollution legislation focused on reducing summer smog General business groups like the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, and the Economic Development Council of Colorado have hired lobbyists to oppose the proposed legislation, as did the Colorado Bankers Association. In a statement, the association’s […]
Legislative & Business Policy Primer
The Colorado Chamber is hosting a Legislative & Business Policy Primer for candidates in the 2024 election. This program will include non-partisan education and training on key public policy issues and provide essential knowledge for potential state legislators. The Program will be facilitated by two highly reputable state economists: Henry Sobanet, Former Director, Governor’s Office […]
Save the Dates – Legislative Candidate Interviews
Primary Election Candidate Interviews May 21st & 22nd General Election Candidate Interviews July 9th, 10th,16th & 17th (if needed) The Colorado Chamber’s candidate interview and endorsement process involves a powerful network of Colorado’s politically active companies, trade associations and local chambers of commerce that back candidates who support business. Participation in the candidate interview process […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1237
This legislative session, the Colorado Chamber continues to advocate for priorities that advance its 10-year strategic action plan for a better business climate. A key focus area of that plan is to improve Colorado’s cost of living, which currently ranks among the highest in the nation. Colorado’s declining affordability is a critical economic issue – […]
Government Affairs Council Support Initiatives on Affordable Housing, Child Care and Workforce Issues
This week, the Colorado Chamber’s Government Affairs Council was joined by Nellie Moran, chief of staff for the Colorado Senate Democrats and Tim Griesmer, chief of staff for the Colorado Senate Republicans. The chiefs of staff discussed their priorities with the group, including focuses around affordable housing and addressing workforce issues. The pair also spoke […]
Commemorating March’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 March. 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 […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Gazette: EDITORIAL: Bills would bust Colorado’s oil & gas industry As detailed by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce’s Sum & Substance news service, the bills broadly purport to reduce emissions from a range of activities — from transportation to warehouses — but their true aim is to lower the boom on oil and gas exploration […]
Colorado Chamber Takes Positions on Environmental, Legal Reform and Technology Legislation
The Colorado Chamber’s policy councils and alliances have been busy this week with new positions on eight bills from the 2024 legislative session. The Energy & Environment Council, Legal Reform Alliance and Technology Alliance discussed major legislation impacting the business community and heard from key leaders on future proposals. Dominque Gomez, Deputy Director of the […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 159
Environmental bills have taken a focus this week as Democrats in the legislature unveiled a series of proposals targeting the business community. While many of these bills would disrupt the energy industry, the Colorado Chamber is raising broader concerns for the statewide economy. One of these bills that the Colorado Chamber is aggressively working […]