Helen Young Hayes grew up in Starkville, Mississippi, as part of the only Asian American family living in the neighborhood. Living in a segregated community at the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Hayes became acutely aware of inequalities and injustices. (She said her school didn’t become desegregated until third grade and that her high […]
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Colorado Chamber Has Moved to New Office Space
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce has relocated to a new office building in downtown Denver. The new address is 1700 Broadway, Suite 525 in the Atrium Campus. The new office includes a more collaborative workspace for employees, technology upgrades to better connect statewide Chamber members, additional individual office space to support team growth, and an […]
Commemorating June’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 5 Years
The Colorado Chamber would like to take a moment to acknowledge the unwavering support of our long-standing members who have been with us for 5 years this June. Their dedication to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in our continued growth and success. We extend our appreciation to the following member who is […]
Faces Behind the Chamber: Lisa Reeves
The Colorado Chamber is recognizing members of our staff to highlight the hard work they do to be a unifying voice for business and champion a healthy economic climate to secure Colorado’s future. Lisa Reeves, the executive vice president of finance at the Colorado Chamber, manages and oversees all financial aspects of the organization. This […]
Colorado Chamber Announces Primary Election Endorsements
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today announced endorsements of state legislative candidates for the Republican and Democratic primary elections to be held on June 25, 2024. “Engagement in primary elections is a critical tool to influencing policy and improving our overall business climate,” […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Gazette: Colorado civics bee crowns middle school champion who will now compete nationally Seventeen Colorado middle schoolers sat in front of a crowd of onlookers Friday, answering a series of perplexing questions about United States civics. The winner of the competition will go on to compete in the National Civics Bee later this year. […]
Colorado Chamber Statement on Veto of Wage Theft Legislation
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today released the following statement from President and CEO Loren Furman on the veto of House Bill 1008, which would have strained the construction labor market and threatened jobs: “HB 1008 was extremely problematic for the business community and would have […]
Faces Behind the Chamber: Meghan Dollar
The Colorado Chamber is recognizing members of our staff to highlight the hard work they do to be a unifying voice for business and champion a healthy economic climate to secure Colorado’s future. As Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the Colorado Chamber, Meghan Dollar leads the charge in advocating for Chamber members at […]
Colorado Middle School Students Compete in National Civics Bee State Finals
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today hosted the 2024 National Civics Bee Colorado State Finals in partnership with the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Seventeen middle school students from across the state flexed their civics comprehension for a chance to win recognition and […]
Register Now – Colorado Chamber’s Legislative Candidate Interviews
Join the Colorado Chamber’s unique candidate interview and endorsement process, a robust platform where Colorado’s politically active companies, trade associations, and local chambers of commerce unite. This influential network supports candidates who champion business-friendly policies and economic growth. Don’t miss your opportunity to have a voice in shaping a pro-business future for Colorado. Register today […]