Please see the below update on the Environmental & Sustainability Working Group formalized by Governor Polis and which was the top priority of the Colorado Chamber’s Task Force that met for two years: Background: The Working Group includes six business representatives as well as Office of the Governor’s staff, six State agency leaders and three […]
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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, […]
The Chamber Wants Your Input On How To Shape A New State Workforce-training Agency
House Bill 1317, passed and signed this year with the support of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, will create a one-stop shop for Coloradans and Colorado businesses seeking postsecondary education, training and employment by streamlining higher-education and workforce-training programs now siloed in 20 divisions across seven state departments. The bipartisan law — sponsored by House Speaker […]
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 […]
Join Us Next Week for Our General Election Candidate Interviews
General Election Legislative Candidate Interviews July 8 (10:00 a.m. Start) July 9 (10:30 a.m. Start) The Colorado Chamber’s candidate interview and endorsement process brings together a powerful network of Colorado’s politically active companies, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce to support candidates who are pro-business. View the schedule of candidates. Participation in the candidate […]
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 […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Colorado Politics: Colorado Chamber: 2026 Legislative Session Marked ‘Significant Progress’ for Business This year’s legislative session produced some big wins for the state’s business environment, according to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce’s annual report. Read More… Fox 31: What’s the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado? Nominations Are Now Open View Video… Daybreak: Coolest Thing Made […]
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 […]
Gov. 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 […]