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Craig Press: Craig Chamber of Commerce to host the 2023 National Civics Bee

The Craig Chamber of Commerce announced the launch of the 2023 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. This is the first Civics Bee competition in the Yampa Valley and will engage youth in both Moffat and Routt counties. The initiative is […]


Colorado Politics: ‘Fair scheduling’ bill pits Colorado’s progressive legislators against business interests

A measure expected to be introduced imminently in the state House, backed by some of the General Assembly’s most progressive Democratic lawmakers, would require almost every food and beverage or retail business in the state to pay those employees “predictability pay” when they are sent home and don’t work the scheduled hours. —– Loren Furman, […]


Chamber collaborations key part of representing businesses

The Colorado Chamber of Commerce is in the solutions business. We believe a strong business environment equals a strong and thriving economy. We advocate for industry growth and pro-business policies to support and improve the cost of doing business; the quantity of educated skilled workers; and Colorado’s critical infrastructure, which include roads, telecommunications, water and […]


These factors are hurting Colorado business competitiveness, study says

The Colorado Chamber of Commerce worked with business consulting firm Dietrich Partners to survey company leaders’ perceptions about the current business ecosystem as well as the state’s strengths and vulnerabilities. What emerged in the Colorado Competitive Landscape Report was a mixed bag of reasons that the state continues to attract top talent and companies seeking […]



DBJ: Here’s what Colorado’s new Legislature could mean to business

Speaking at a Colorado Chamber of Commerce event on Oct. 20, Colorado House Speaker Alec Garnett predicted his party would lose some of the 41 seats it held in the chamber. And he added, almost with relief: “I don’t wish that majority on any speaker in the House.” Garnett, D-Denver, was wrong on the first […]


DBJ– Colorado Chamber survey: Regulatory concerns reaching record level with state employers

Colorado business leaders are reporting eye-opening levels of concern regarding state regulations — a worry that could factor into their votes, particularly for the gubernatorial race and legislative seats, as the Nov. 8 election approaches. “I want our state leaders to hear this. And I want them to address this going forward … through legislation […]



Westword: Are These the Ten Coolest Things Made in Colorado?

The Colorado Chamber of Commerce has announced the ten finalists in the Coolest Things Made in Colorado contest; they range from bionic fingers to a device that prevents sheets from wadding up in the wash. Wad-Free for Bed Sheets by Brayniacs LLC is one of the Colorado creations that Westword suggested might be a strong competitor. Manufactured in […]


Colorado Politics: Colorado Chamber of Commerce backs ballot measures expanding alcohol laws

The Colorado Chamber of Commerce threw its support behind three ballot initiatives on Wednesday, each seeking to expand the state’s alcohol laws. Propositions 126, 125 and 124 would, respectively, allow third-party delivery companies, such as UberEats, to deliver alcohol from restaurants, bars and liquor stores; allow grocery and convenience stores that sell beer to also sell wine; and, gradually eliminate […]