Live Call With Colorado Treasurer Dave Young Colorado businesses with five or more employees that don’t already have a retirement solution for their workers will soon need to facilitate either the Colorado SecureSavings program or another qualified plan. Deadlines are quickly approaching in June, but businesses still have questions concerning: Employee eligibility Payroll deduction options […]
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FAMLI Newsletter
The April 2023 edition of the FAMLI newsletter from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) is here. This newsletter brings you significant updates related to Colorado’s paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program. Read the April FAMLI Newsletter here.
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 […]
Defining a Small Business
Small businesses are a dominant force in the U.S. economy, accounting for 99.7% of all American firms, with a staggering 28 million in operation. However, determining what qualifies as a small business can be complex. In general, a small business has fewer than 1,500 employees and an average annual revenue of no more than $38.5 […]