For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado – Middle school students from Grand Junction-area schools competed in the 2026 National Civics Bee® regional competition on May 2. The event was hosted by the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce […]
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Small Business Feature: A1 Organics
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 Travis Bahnsen with A1 Organics A1 Organics was originally founded in Eaton, Colorado, by the […]
The Growing Regulatory Burden on Colorado Small Businesses
Small businesses in Colorado are continuing to grapple with an increasingly complex and burdensome regulatory environment. As the sixth most regulated state in the nation, Colorado has not slowed its pace with regulations climbing 2.4% over the past year to more than 205,000 state level regulatory restrictions. The Colorado Chamber’s 2025 Regulatory Landscape Update, a follow-up […]
How Should Small Businesses Use Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being adopted by businesses of all sizes to streamline processes and improve efficiency. The technology can be especially impactful on small businesses by helping them expand the impact of limited staff or resources. Strategically implementing AI can allow a smaller company to grow, compete with larger companies, automate certain tasks and […]
Five Ways to Support Colorado Small Businesses
Small business week is a great time to celebrate the entrepreneurs and small businesses that fuel our communities and employ over 1 million Coloradans. Here are some tips for ways you can support small businesses this week and all year long! Support Pro-Business Candidates for Office Local, state and federal policies don’t just impact large […]
Small Businesses Have the Power to Make a Difference and Influence Policy
It’s crucial for small businesses to have a voice in shaping the policies that impact them most. With economic challenges raising the cost of doing business, it is essential for small businesses to be part of the conversation. Legislative decisions can significantly influence business operations, restrict market access and affect overall success. Small businesses form […]
Celebrate National Small Business Week 2026!
May 3rd through 9th, 2026 National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities for over 60 years and highlights the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. To celebrate NSBW, the Colorado Chamber […]
What is Considered a Small Business?
Small businesses are holding strong as a major part of the U.S. economy, comprising a staggering 99.9% of all American firms and exceeding 36 million enterprises. But what exactly qualifies as a small business today? In general, a small business typically has fewer than 500 employees, but according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), […]
ACTION ALERT: Help Get HB 1421 Across the Finish Line
One of the Colorado Chamber’s priority bills for the 2026 session has successfully passed the House and is now moving to the Senate floor. With your help, we can keep this momentum going! House Bill 1421 protects the integrity of Colorado’s legal system by addressing the growing influence of private equity firms in legal services. […]
Carbondale-area Middle School Students Compete in National Civics Bee Competition
For media inquiries, please contact Teresa Busk at [email protected]. CARBONDALE, Colorado – Middle school students from Carbondale-area schools competed in the 2026 National Civics Bee® regional competition on April 30. The event was hosted by the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce and Youthentity in partnership with the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Students […]