DENVER – A coalition of more than 75 businesses and organizations led by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce today sent a letter to legislators in the General Assembly calling for Unemployment Insurance relief. The Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund (UITF) was fully depleted in the height of the pandemic and employers face substantial premium increases that […]
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The Colorado Chamber Stands with Local Businesses Impacted by Boulder County Fires
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – In response to the Marshall and Middle Fork fires that have devastated our local communities, the Colorado Chamber is working with its local chamber partners to provide and share important resources for businesses impacted by the fires. “The loss and destruction caused by the […]
Colorado Chamber Announces Board Changes
David Rivera Elected Board Chair for 2021-22 For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors today elected David Rivera as 2021-22 Board Chair during its annual meeting. Rivera is director of business affairs for Climax Molybdenum, a Freeport-McMoRan Company. Additionally, the Board elected John […]
Colorado Chamber Selects Loren Furman as Next President and CEO
Furman has served as the Chamber’s senior vice president of state and federal relations for 13 years DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors today selected Loren Furman to serve as its next president and CEO. Furman, currently a senior vice president for the Colorado Chamber, succeeds Chuck Berry who earlier this […]
Colorado’s Congressional Delegation Talks Infrastructure, Afghanistan and the Economy at Colorado Chamber Event
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. WHEAT RIDGE – The Colorado Chamber today held its fifth biennial congressional event, bringing together Colorado’s U.S. House delegation on one stage to discuss the critical issues facing the business community. U.S. Reps. Jason Crow, Ed Perlmutter, Joe Neguse, Doug Lamborn, and Ken Buck participated in […]
Full Withdrawal of Controversial Employee Traffic Reduction Plan Good for Colorado Workers and Businesses
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber released the following statement in response to the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC) formally withdrawing the Employee Traffic Reduction Program (ETRP) from the rulemaking process this evening: “This development is welcome news for both businesses and the Coloradans they employ,” […]
Colorado Chamber Statement on Employee Commute Proposal
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber released the following statement following a prehearing conference by the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission (AQCC) regarding the proposed Employee Traffic Reduction Program (ETRP): “The Colorado Chamber raised serious concerns about the original ETRP proposal and its impact on Colorado businesses […]
Colorado Chamber Business Survey Addresses Economic Recovery and Key Policy Issues
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today released the results of a survey on Colorado businesses conducted last week addressing key policy issues, vaccinations, remote work and outlook. The survey was conducted between May 12-14, 2021. “With the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine and loosening […]
Colorado Chamber President and CEO Announces Timeline for Retirement and Succession
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected] DENVER – Colorado Chamber President and CEO Chuck Berry today notified the Board of Directors of a timeline for his retirement, initiating a succession and transition process for the organization. Berry, who has led the Colorado Chamber since 2000, will retire effective December 31, 2021. “There […]
Business Leaders Call on Legislature to Prioritize Jobs, Foster Recovery
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today hosted a press conference with business leaders representing different sectors and regions of the state to discuss the 2021 legislative session and the growing cost of new taxes, fees and regulations on the business community. Special guest Kristin […]