Colorado Newsline: Proposed Colorado ​transportation measure would redirect ​f​unds​ from electrification to roads

A proposed Colorado ballot initiative for 2026 would require that revenue collected from transportation costs including car registrations, gas taxes and delivery fees go toward road and bridge maintenance, an effort backers say could increase transportation funding to meet the state’s needs. … “The lack of transportation funding has reached a point of critical concern. […]

Colorado Politics: Stop the bleeding from the legislature’s anti-opportunity agenda

Colorado’s state legislature passed more than 330 new laws and resolutions this year, on the heels of two consecutive years exceeding 500. And despite some commendable wins, it’s fair to question the economic benefits of all that legislating. … Is it any wonder it’s difficult to compete when 71% of Colorado Chamber members say the […]

Faces Behind the Chamber: Rachel Beck

The Colorado Chamber is recognizing members of our staff to highlight the hard work they do to be a unifying voice for business and champion a healthy economic climate to secure Colorado’s future. As Executive Director of the Colorado Chamber Foundation, Rachel Beck leads the strategic initiatives of Vision 2033, the Chamber’s 10-year action plan […]

Axios Denver: Where Colorado ranks for businesses

Colorado landed just outside CNBC’s Top 10 States for businesses, held back by its rising cost of living and the cost of doing business. Why it matters: The ranking is watched closely by Colorado’s business community and political leaders as a benchmark for its competitiveness among other states. … What they’re saying: “If we can […]

Nominations Open for 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Contest

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today announced the opening of nominations for its fourth annual Coolest Thing Made in Colorado competition sponsored by FirstBank. This community-driven contest aims to highlight the vibrant and diverse manufacturing industry across the state. “Colorado is home to some of the […]

Regional Talent Summits Address Workforce Challenges Statewide; Lay Path for Future Talent Development

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today celebrated the successful completion of seven regional talent summits that addressed workforce challenges in key industries across Colorado. The initiative is part of the Regional Talent Summits Act, established through House Bill 1365, which the Chamber played a lead role in […]

Pikes Peak Regional Talent Summit Addresses Workforce Challenges in Key Industries

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – Pikes Peak Workforce Center and Southern Colorado Economic Development District today hosted the Pikes Peak Regional Talent Summit in partnership with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce assisted in the coordination of industry group […]