DBJ: Exclusive: How the Colorado Chamber plans to get the state’s business climate off the ‘wrong path’ New and prospective businesses might be taken with Colorado for its outdoor recreation and natural beauty, but existing professional leaders have a different take, according to the state’s largest business advocacy organization. Read More… Fox 31: OSIRIS-REx spacecraft named 2023 […]
Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce Annual Conference
The Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce & Chamber Federation convened for its annual conference October 3-5 at the historic Hotel Colorado in Glenwood Springs. Approximately 100 attendees representing 35 chambers of commerce heard from leading experts from the state demographer’s office, OEDIT and Governor Polis himself, as well as chamber industry leaders and consultants. […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
DBJ: Sick of Colorado’s worker shortage? New alliance invites businesses, industry to the table A group of five business-focused organizations has launched a new coalition that aims to ease lingering workforce shortages in Colorado, a problem that nearly half of the state’s businesses say has prevented them from filling open roles. Read More… Post Independent: […]
Colorado Chamber Successfully Leads Coalition of Companies in GEMM 2 Rulemaking
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 most recent was the Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Energy Management for […]
Leadership Colorado Participants Had A Wild Day at Denver Zoo!
This week, Leadership Colorado participants received an in-depth look at the most visited cultural attraction in the state – Denver Zoo! CEO Bert Vescolani kicked off the program by walking the group through the 127-year history of the zoo and how it has grown and adapted to best serve the needs of their animals and […]
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 […]
Are you Attending the “Coolest Thing Made in Colorado” Award Ceremony
Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Presented by FirstBank The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to present the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Contest. The annual competition highlights Colorado’s booming manufacturing industry – contributing over $25 billion to our state’s economy and creating over 150,000 jobs. The Annual Meeting is the Colorado Chamber of Commerce’s flagship […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
CPR: Colorado approved new climate rules for manufacturers. Environmental groups worry they will let companies increase pollution After more than two days of debate, Colorado air regulators approved a suite of regulations late Friday night they say will cut climate-warming emissions from some of the state’s largest industrial polluters. Read More… Denver Gazette: Environmental groups angered by […]
Colorado Energy Office’s Energy & Emissions Resources
The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) has reached out to the Colorado Chamber regarding its Clean Air Program and has shared details regarding its current resources to industrial and manufacturing facilities on air pollution reduction projects. Below please find a summary of offerings and more information in the attached documents. Technical Assistance Offering (TAO) – subsidized […]
Proposed Amendments and Regulations to FAMLI Policy
Please be advised that the FAMLI Division has proposed amendments and new regulations. The redline versions are below for your review. If you have any feedback please utilize the public comment period from now until October 18, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. via the FAMLI public comment form or at the FAMLI Division Public Hearing. The public hearing on these amendments and new regulations […]