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 […]
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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 […]
Celebrate National Small Business Week!
For over 50 years, National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities, highlighting the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. This year, it will be held on April 30th through May 6th, […]
What We’re Watching: HB 1078
We’re in the heat of the final two weeks of legislative session, and in the coming days we’ll see which bills make it through all of the procedural hurdles and which bills stall before the clock runs out. This week, we’re watching HB 1078, which is scheduled to be heard in the Senate Business, Labor […]
ACTION ALERT: Keep the Momentum Going Against HB 1294!
Our outreach efforts against the anti-science permitting bill, HB 1294, are working and the bill has been delayed in the House Appropriations Committee while lawmakers review the updated fiscal note! Now is the time to continue the pressure against this misguided proposal and continue reaching out to legislators to ask them to vote “NO.” As […]
Chamber Members listed as Best Places to Work in 2023
The Denver Business Journal recently released their list of Best Places to Work. The 2023 list includes 70 companies from across the Denver metropolitan area that go above and beyond for their employees. Quantum Workplace and the DBJ teamed up to survey employees to assess the realities of working at each company, using factors like […]
Colorado Chamber Celebrates Finalists for 2023 National Civics Bee Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – Middle school students across Colorado competed in the 2023 National Civics Bee regional competitions throughout the state last week, with finalists advancing to the state-level competition hosted by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of […]
Craig-area Middle School Students Compete in Civics Bee Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. CRAIG, Colorado – Middle school students from Craig-area schools competed in the 2023 National Civics Bee regional competition today. The event was hosted by the Craig Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Students competed […]