Job growth may be slowing in Colorado but for some reason, there’s been an uptick in job openings, according to a quarterly update by Aspen Technology Labs for the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The number of jobs looking for workers at the end of March was 12.8% higher than early January. That’s approximately 14,420 […]
Colorado Sun: Colorado union and business leaders can’t reach deal on Labor Peace Act, so Democrats will test Jared Polis’ veto pen
Colorado’s union and business leaders announced Saturday that after months of negotiations, they have failed to reach a deal on the future of the Labor Peace Act, setting up a high-stakes showdown between Democrats in the legislature and Gov. Jared Polis … Loren Furman, president and CEO of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, previously said […]
The Impact of Regulations on Colorado Small Businesses
For small businesses in Colorado, navigating the state’s complex and growing regulations has become an uphill battle. As the sixth most regulated state in the nation, Colorado’s regulatory climate continues to be a top concern for businesses statewide. Small businesses, in particular, consistently identify the state’s high regulatory burden as a significant barrier to doing […]
Five Ways You Can Support Colorado Small Businesses
Small business week is the perfect time to celebrate the entrepreneurs that fuel Colorado’s economy and support the small businesses in your community. Here are some tips for ways you can support small businesses this week and all year long! Engage with Lawmakers on Business Legislation On the state level in Colorado, lawmakers convene for […]
Small Businesses Have the Power to Make a Difference and Influence Policy
It’s crucial for small businesses to have a voice in shaping the policies that impact them most. With economic challenges raising the cost of doing business, it is essential for small businesses to be part of the conversation. Legislative decisions can significantly influence business operations, restrict market access and affect overall success. Small businesses form […]
What is Considered a Small Business?
Small businesses remain a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, comprising a staggering 99.9% of all American firms, totaling around 33 million enterprises. But what exactly qualifies as a small business today? In general, a small business typically has fewer than 500 employees, but according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the real answer depends […]
Celebrate National Small Business Week 2025!
May 4th through 10th, 2025 For over 60 years, National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities, and highlights the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. To celebrate NSBW, the Colorado Chamber will […]
Arvada-area Middle School Students Compete in National Civics Bee® Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. ARVADA, Colorado – Middle school students from Arvada-area schools competed in the 2025 National Civics Bee® regional competition on May 1. The event was hosted by the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber […]
Chaffee County Times: Leon, Drexler, DeWalt advance to state Civics Bee
Buena Vista held its third-annual Civics Bee at the American Legion Post 55 Sunday afternoon, with Buena Vista Middle School student Zachary Leon taking first place in the competition, Benjamin Drexler of Darren Patterson Christian Academy placing second and Jordan DeWalt of DPCA placing third. The three finalists will go on to the statewide civics […]
DBJ: How Denver business leaders can navigate economic uncertainty in the second half of 2025
Recent developments headlining the news have tempered previously strong optimism about the economic outlook among U.S. business owners. Across market cycles, one of the toughest challenges for business leaders is navigating an uncertain market. With trade and tax policies in flux, and the outlook for global growth and inflation changing in real-time, it is critical […]