Nathan Perry, PhD, associate professor of economics at Colorado Mesa University, presented the first quarter numbers for 2023, and Garfield County is in pretty good shape. Perry thinks the strong labor force in both the region and the nation will stave off a recession, even though all other signs predict one. … Colorado had 116,783 […]
CPR: A severely weakened bill to limit ozone pollution heads to Gov. Jared Polis
A controversial air quality bill is on its way to Gov. Jared Polis, but only after progressive lawmakers removed a central permitting reform plan amid opposition from the administration and the oil and gas industry. It’s now unclear if the weakened bill has the governor’s support. “The Governor and his team will review this bill […]
Statement from Colorado Chamber on 2023 Legislative Session
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – With the 2023 state legislative session concluding this evening, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce highlighted its legislative accomplishments achieved on behalf of the statewide business community. “Our key priority at the Colorado Chamber has been to ensure the voice of the Colorado business community […]
KOA Radio: Daniels Fund’s Hanna Skandera on how civics bees can improve school grades
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 […]