Daniels Fund’s Hanna Skandera discusses how civics bees can improve school grades and the upcoming Colorado State Cvics Bee competition. Listen here.
Legislative Victory: Costly Unemployment Insurance Bill Dies in Final Days of Session
In a collaborative effort among business and industry groups, the Colorado Chamber helped secure a major legislative victory on behalf of the state’s employers this week. House Bill 1078, which has been a key focus of the Chamber in the final week of session, died in committee yesterday evening on a 5-4 bipartisan vote. The […]
Chamber Member Fidelity Offers 401(k) Option for Small Businesses Facing the Colorado Retirement Mandate
Chamber member and retirement industry leader Fidelity Investments introduced the Fidelity Advantage 401(k)SM pooled employer plan (PEP) for small businesses in 2021 when the SECURE Act first made it possible for unrelated businesses to join together in a single 401(k). Now celebrating two years in market, PEPs are still unfamiliar to some, but they may […]
Small Business Feature: Summit Brick
In honor of National Small Business Week, the Colorado Chamber is celebrating Colorado small businesses and recognizing the contributions of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and their employees to our local communities. Learn more about Small Business Week here! Today’s feature is Jim Welte with Summit Brick The brick industry is in Jim Welte’s blood as his […]
Small Business Feature: Sheets & Giggles
In honor of National Small Business Week, the Colorado Chamber is celebrating Colorado small businesses and recognizing the contributions of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and their employees to our local communities. Learn more about Small Business Week here! Today’s feature is Colin McIntosh with Sheets & Giggles Colin McIntosh is the founder and CEO of Sheets […]
Small Business Feature: Whitmore Pest & Wildlife Control
In honor of National Small Business Week, the Colorado Chamber is celebrating Colorado small businesses and recognizing the contributions of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and their employees to our local communities. Learn more about Small Business Week here! Today’s feature is Richard Christner with Whitmore Pest & Wildlife Control Whitmore Pest & Wildlife Control, one of […]
Small Business Feature: Secret Creek
In honor of National Small Business Week, the Colorado Chamber is celebrating Colorado small businesses and recognizing the contributions of small business owners, entrepreneurs, and their employees to our local communities. Learn more about Small Business Week here! Today’s feature is John Gibson with Secret Creek Following a career spanning over 30 years of leadership in […]
Colorado Small Businesses: A Look at the Economic Profile
The Small Business Administration (SBA) recently released the Small Business Economic Profile for Colorado, which provides a comprehensive look at the impact of small businesses on the state’s economy. The report highlights the vital role that small businesses play in job creation, innovation, and economic growth. According to the report, there are approximately 691,230 small […]
Small businesses have the power to impact policies and effect change!
It is crucial for small businesses to have a say in the formation of policies and regulations that directly impact their operations. Government decisions can significantly affect the success of businesses and limit their potential for growth. Given that small enterprises are a vital aspect of the Colorado economy, their input is crucial in shaping […]
Supporting Colorado’s small businesses
Small businesses are the backbone of the Colorado economy and supporting them is crucial for the growth of our communities. Here are some tips for ways you can support small businesses this week and all year long! Shop local Whenever possible, shop at local Colorado-based businesses. By doing so, you are supporting the local economy […]