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 […]
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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 […]
What We’re Watching: House Bill 1008
It’s a busy week ahead for legislation impacting businesses at the state capitol, with many bills getting their first committee hearings. One major bill that the Colorado Chamber is watching this week is HB 1008 regarding wage claims for construction contractors. While the bill specifically targets the construction industry, the sponsors have indicated that it […]
The Government Affairs Council Opposes Harmful Short-term Rental Legislation
The Colorado Chamber’s Government Affairs Council held a meeting on Tuesday to discuss upcoming 2024 legislation. The group was joined by several speakers from the Governor’s Office, including Allie Jennings (Legislative Director), Eleni Angelides (Deputy Legislative Director), Casey Badmington (Senior Legislative Advisor) and Jamie Short (Legislative Coordinator). The speakers provided insight into the priorities of […]
In the News: Colorado Chamber Press Roundup
Denver Post: Money begins to pour into Colorado Democratic primaries, with legislators cutting checks Loren Furman, the president and CEO of the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, said business groups broadly were looking to back more moderate candidates. Read More… Gazette: PERSPECTIVE: Colorado has fallen behind in economic growth The 2024 state legislative session is underway, […]
Commemorating February’s Milestones: Recognizing Our Members of 5 and 10+ 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 and 10+ years this February. Their dedication to the Colorado Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in our continued growth and success. We extend our appreciation to the following members […]
Colorado Chamber Supports Ballot Initiatives on Legal Accountability
The Colorado Chamber this week supported two new statewide ballot measures filed with the Colorado Legislative Council bringing common sense reforms to the state’s legal climate. The initiatives protect Coloradans against inflated fees and hidden expenses from plaintiff attorneys. The first initiative caps contingency fees in cases of personal injury and wrongful death at no […]
What We’re Watching: Senate Bill 81
The 2024 Legislative Session is starting to ramp up, with new bills trickling in each day impacting the business community. The Colorado Chamber’s policy councils and alliances have begun their regular meetings to review legislation and take positions on bills. This week, the Colorado Chamber is watching SB 81, sponsored by Sen. Lisa Cutter, Rep. […]
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 […]