With the ever-growing role of technology in society, tech has earned an increased focus among state legislators in recent years. This has led to the dedication of a newly-formed Technology Alliance by the Colorado Chamber this session which prioritizes tracking and monitoring bills impacting the tech industry and ensuring this sector can continue to thrive. […]
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Leadership Colorado Kickoff at the Capitol!
This week, 31 rising leaders from 25 Colorado companies started their year in Leadership Colorado! Participants learned about the work the Colorado Chamber of Commerce is doing to champion a pro-business Colorado, refreshed their knowledge of state government from a presentation by Joe Rice, Director of State and Local Government Relations at Lockheed Martin Space, […]
Legislative & Business Policy Primer
The Colorado Chamber is hosting a Legislative & Business Policy Primer for candidates in the 2024 election. This program will include non-partisan education and training on key public policy issues and provide essential knowledge for potential state legislators. The Program will be facilitated by two highly reputable state economists: Henry Sobanet, Former Director, Governor’s Office […]
Black History Month Feature: KT Winery
In honor of Black History Month, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing Black business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, and job creators who have grown their businesses from the ground up and are core to our local Colorado communities. Today’s feature is Kristin Taylor with KT Winery In an industry where less than 1% of U.S. winemakers are […]
Chamber Tax and Health Care Policy Councils Take Positions on Legislation
The Colorado Chamber Tax and Health Care Councils both recently met to discuss upcoming bills, take positions and receive updates on other legislation. Representative Marc Snyder, Chair of the House Finance Committee, joined the Tax Council last Friday to discuss the tax landscape and his expectations for the session. Rep. Snyder served a 12-year tenure […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1075
Committee hearings at the capitol are in full swing for the 2024 session, and the Colorado Chamber’s lobby team has been active in providing testimony on several bills impacting the business community. One bill we’re watching closely this week is HB 1075, which requires the state to consider a statewide universal single-payer health care system […]
Colorado Chamber Recognizes a Legislative Rockstar: Rachel Quintana
The Colorado Chamber wants to recognize our amazing members that go above and beyond in their work to support our organization. Rachel Quintana with Ernst & Young has not only done a great job of representing the Colorado Chamber on the Sales and Use Tax Simplification Task Force during the interim, but she is also […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
The Colorado Sun: Colorado short-term rental owners opposed to effort to quadruple their taxes plan to descend upon Capitol in protest In the last week, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, the Colorado Bankers Association, the Colorado Hotel and Lodging Association, the Aspen Chamber Resort Association, the Vail Valley Partnership and Colorado Ski Country have taken […]
Black History Month Feature: RTL Networks
In honor of Black History Month, the Colorado Chamber is recognizing Black business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, and job creators who have grown their businesses from the ground up and are core to our local Colorado communities. Today’s feature is Richard Lewis Jr. with RTL Networks Richard Lewis founded RTL Networks, Inc., an award-winning, technology […]
The Colorado Chamber is Hiring!
The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is seeking a Vice President of Regulatory Affairs to be part of the Chamber team. The creation of this position is an integral part of the Colorado Chamber’s Vision 2033 – A Blueprint for Colorado’s Future, and in direct response to concerns with a growing and burdensome regulatory environment in […]