For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation today hosted the 2026 National Civics Bee Colorado State Finals presented by Kinder Morgan in partnership with the Daniels Fund, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and El Pomar Foundation. The competition aims to inspire middle schoolers to become better informed […]
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Colorado Chamber Continues Work to Improve Competitiveness Following Drop in CNBC Rankings
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected] DENVER – Colorado fell from No. 11 to No. 25 in CNBC’s 2026 America’s Top States for Business rankings, its lowest position since the report launched in 2007. The decline emphasizes the need for collaboration between policymakers and the business community to address the rising costs, […]
Colorado Chamber Announces General Election Endorsements
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected] DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) today announced endorsements of state legislative candidates for the general election to be held on November 3, 2026. “Decisions made at the Capitol have a direct impact on employers and communities across our state,” said Colorado Chamber […]
Colorado Chamber Announces New Membership and Investment Leader
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber announced the selection of Camille Hammond as senior vice president of business partnerships, effective today, July 1, 2026. Hammond brings more than 20 years of experience driving growth for international organizations across sports, media, entertainment and digital platforms. “The Chamber has […]
Colorado Chamber Releases Annual Report on Significant Progress for Business in 2026
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber today released its 2026 Annual Report, providing an overview of important progress made on policy issues faced by employers statewide. The report also measures the progress and status of the Colorado Chamber’s 2026 Legislative Agenda, which focused heavily on improving the […]
Nominations Open for 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Contest
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today announced the opening of nominations for its fifth annual Coolest Thing Made in Colorado competition sponsored by PNC Bank, one of the nation’s most respected and diversified financial institutions. This community-driven contest aims to highlight the vibrant and diverse manufacturing industry […]
Governor Polis and Colorado Chamber Unveil New Working Group to Cut Red Tape and Speed Up Permitting For Green Economy Investments Like Low Emission Manufacturing, Transmission and More
For media inquiries, please contact Ben Picotte at [email protected]. DENVER – Today, Governor Polis and the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation (Colorado Chamber) announced a new working group to speed up permitting for development that will reduce emissions from manufacturing, energy production, and other industrial sectors. This working group brings together state agencies, businesses, and non-governmental […]
Colorado Chamber Applauds Veto of House Bill 1005, Protecting Employee Choice and Colorado’s Competitiveness
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today applauded Gov. Jared Polis for issuing a veto of House Bill 1005, which would have overhauled Colorado’s longstanding labor laws and made it easier for unions to require mandatory dues deductions on all employee paychecks. Chamber President and CEO […]
Colorado Chamber Announces Primary Election Endorsements
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Political Action Committee (PAC) today announced endorsements of state legislative candidates for the Republican and Democratic primary elections to be held on June 30, 2026. “Colorado’s primary elections play an important role in shaping the future of our state’s economy and […]
New Alliance Aims to Improve Child Care Access, Affordability Across Colorado
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Foundation, Gary Community Ventures and Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC) today announced the launch of the Child Care Access Alliance, a new partnership aimed at improving the affordability and availability of child care across Colorado. As part of this […]