The Colorado Chamber is proud to be a Presenting Sponsor of the 40th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Business Awards, taking place on Friday, January 17, at the Sheraton Downtown Denver. This luncheon kicks off the annual state holiday by honoring businesses, individuals, and nonprofits that exemplify Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s values through outstanding […]
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Colorado Business Community Responds to Proposed Labor Law Changes
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – Colorado business leaders today responded to proposed changes to the state’s labor laws announced at a press conference held by Colorado Workers Rights United. The changes would remove key sections of the Labor Peace Act, which regulates collective bargaining agreements between employers and their […]
Faces Behind the Chamber: Loren Furman
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 President and CEO of the Colorado Chamber, Loren Furman leads the organization with a focus on advancing Colorado’s business community. Loren […]
Leadership Colorado 2025 Program Applications Open Now!
Exciting news – applications for our next Leadership Colorado cohort are open now through December 14th! We believe that on-site, immersive learning with a group of new colleagues is the best way to gain a true understanding of Colorado’s business landscape and positions leaders to achieve new milestones in their careers. Unlike other programs held […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: Colorado middle schooler set to compete in National Civics Bee Tuesday A Buena Vista middle school student on Tuesday will represent Colorado in the 2024 National Civics Bee. Read more. Denver Post: A 14-year-old government whiz is representing Colorado at the 2024 National Civics Bee Joseph Drexler, 14, has advice for anyone feeling frustrated […]
Colorado Middle School Student to Compete in National Civics Bee
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The winner of the 2024 National Civics Bee Colorado State Finals, Joseph Drexler, will compete today in the national championship in Washington, D.C. The National Civics Bee competition, launched by The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the Daniels Fund, […]
Colorado Business Rankings Highlight Need for Regulatory Reform
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today released its updated Colorado Scorecard for 2024, which annually tracks competitiveness metrics to inform the public on the status of Colorado’s economy. The state dropped in several key rankings related to the business climate and cost of living, […]
Leadership Colorado 2025 – Applications Open Next Week!
The Colorado Chamber is so proud of the 31 participants of the 2024 Leadership Colorado cohort who became better advocates for Colorado business this year. Some quick stats about this years’ program: 16 industries represented among the class participants 12 industries studied 400 miles traveled around Colorado Learned from 15 CEOs and 47 senior leaders […]
2024 General Election Results in 93% Batting Average for Colorado Chamber Endorsements
Ballots continue to be counted in the Colorado General Election, and the CO Chamber team is tracking the results on State legislative races and ballot initiatives that impact businesses as they are reported. Thus far, the CO Chamber’s batting average on its endorsed legislative candidates and incumbents has achieved an impressive 93%! Update on State Legislative […]
Colorado Chamber Announces New Leader of Events & Community Engagement
We are thrilled to announce that Lauren Schwartz will serve as the Colorado Chamber’s new Senior Vice President of Events & Community Engagement and Executive Director of the Colorado Chamber Alliance. Lauren will be a key strategic leader at the Chamber with a focus on driving revenue growth through high-impact events and strategic partnerships, as […]