Small businesses in Colorado are continuing to grapple with an increasingly complex and burdensome regulatory environment. As the sixth most regulated state in the nation, Colorado has not slowed its pace with regulations climbing 2.4% over the past year to more than 205,000 state level regulatory restrictions. The Colorado Chamber’s 2025 Regulatory Landscape Update, a follow-up […]
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How Should Small Businesses Use Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is increasingly being adopted by businesses of all sizes to streamline processes and improve efficiency. The technology can be especially impactful on small businesses by helping them expand the impact of limited staff or resources. Strategically implementing AI can allow a smaller company to grow, compete with larger companies, automate certain tasks and […]
Five Ways to Support Colorado Small Businesses
Small business week is a great time to celebrate the entrepreneurs and small businesses that fuel our communities and employ over 1 million Coloradans. Here are some tips for ways you can support small businesses this week and all year long! Support Pro-Business Candidates for Office Local, state and federal policies don’t just impact large […]
Small Businesses Have the Power to Make a Difference and Influence Policy
It’s crucial for small businesses to have a voice in shaping the policies that impact them most. With economic challenges raising the cost of doing business, it is essential for small businesses to be part of the conversation. Legislative decisions can significantly influence business operations, restrict market access and affect overall success. Small businesses form […]
Celebrate National Small Business Week 2026!
May 3rd through 9th, 2026 National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities for over 60 years and highlights the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. To celebrate NSBW, the Colorado Chamber […]
What is Considered a Small Business?
Small businesses are holding strong as a major part of the U.S. economy, comprising a staggering 99.9% of all American firms and exceeding 36 million enterprises. But what exactly qualifies as a small business today? In general, a small business typically has fewer than 500 employees, but according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), […]
The Impact of Regulations on Colorado Small Businesses
For small businesses in Colorado, navigating the state’s complex and growing regulations has become an uphill battle. As the sixth most regulated state in the nation, Colorado’s regulatory climate continues to be a top concern for businesses statewide. Small businesses, in particular, consistently identify the state’s high regulatory burden as a significant barrier to doing […]
Five Ways You Can Support Colorado Small Businesses
Small business week is the perfect time to celebrate the entrepreneurs that fuel Colorado’s economy and support the small businesses in your community. Here are some tips for ways you can support small businesses this week and all year long! Engage with Lawmakers on Business Legislation On the state level in Colorado, lawmakers convene for […]
Small Businesses Have the Power to Make a Difference and Influence Policy
It’s crucial for small businesses to have a voice in shaping the policies that impact them most. With economic challenges raising the cost of doing business, it is essential for small businesses to be part of the conversation. Legislative decisions can significantly influence business operations, restrict market access and affect overall success. Small businesses form […]
What is Considered a Small Business?
Small businesses remain a cornerstone of the U.S. economy, comprising a staggering 99.9% of all American firms, totaling around 33 million enterprises. But what exactly qualifies as a small business today? In general, a small business typically has fewer than 500 employees, but according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), the real answer depends […]