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Leadership Colorado Participants Explore the Business of Gaming at Monarch Casino Resort Spa

This month, Leadership Colorado participants had the unique opportunity to gain firsthand insight into Colorado’s gaming industry during an immersive visit to Monarch Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk. The group explored key aspects of casino operations, examined the unique challenges of operating in a mountain community, and engaged in a thought-provoking discussion on iGaming […]


In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup

KDRO: Three local students advance to 2025 Colorado Civics Bee competitions According to the Colorado Chamber Foundation, over 300 students across the state submitted essays to enter the regional competitions. Students participated in live quiz events and were pressed on their civics knowledge by panels of judges before being selected to move to the state competition. […]


Rachel Beck Selected as Colorado Chamber Foundation Executive Director

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber Foundation today announced the selection of Rachel Beck as executive director, effective June 1, 2025. Beck has more than 20 years of experience in local and state public policy development, campaign management and bringing together diverse stakeholders to build consensus on […]


Western Regional Talent Summit Addresses Workforce Challenges in Key Industries

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. GRAND JUNCTION, Colorado – The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the Western Regional Talent Summit in partnership with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade. The Colorado Chamber of Commerce assisted in the coordination of industry group participation.   The summit focused on […]


Colorado Chamber Celebrates Finalists for 2025 State-Level National Civics Bee® Competition

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – Middle school students across Colorado competed in the 2025 National Civics Bee® regional competitions throughout the state in recent weeks, with finalists advancing to the state-level competition hosted by the Colorado Chamber of Commerce Foundation in partnership with the Daniels Fund and the Civic Trust of the U.S. […]


Small Business Spotlight

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. This week’s features include: John Conn with Stage 2 Studios Kevin Astala with Ace Office Furniture Anthony Lambatos with Footers Catering Magda King with Antlers at Vail Learn more about Small Business Week here…


In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup

DBJ: Business group tallies legislative wins in regulatory reform effort Ahead of the 2025 state Legislative session, the Colorado Chamber of Commerce outlined three areas where it hoped to curtail business regulation. Four bills backed by the group have passed in the state legislature and await the governor’s signature. Read More… Colorado Sun: Colorado union and business […]


Sign Your Name: SB 5 Veto Letter

Senate Bill 5, which would overturn major provisions of Colorado’s longstanding labor laws, has passed the state legislature and is on its way to the governor. The bill passed as it was originally written with no amendments – meaning it will still eliminate the second union security election. This will make it easier for labor […]


Statement from Colorado Chamber on Business Victories in 2025 Legislative Session

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today celebrated key victories for the statewide business community with the conclusion of the 2025 legislative session. The Chamber’s government affairs team advanced legislation that will improve the state’s regulatory environment and defeated bills that would have made it […]


Colorado Chamber Statement on Passage of Priority Legislation

For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today applauded the passage of two priority bills in the state legislature, Senate Bill 306 and House Bill 1329. The bills were top issues for the Chamber this session, improving regulatory transparency and limiting foreign influence in litigation. SB […]