Small businesses are a dominant force in the U.S. economy, accounting for 99.7% of all American firms, with a staggering 28 million in operation. However, determining what qualifies as a small business can be complex. In general, a small business has fewer than 1,500 employees and an average annual revenue of no more than $38.5 […]
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Celebrate National Small Business Week!
For over 50 years, National Small Business Week (NSBW) has celebrated the small businesses that are the backbone of our nation and our local communities, highlighting the integral part they play in shaping the economy. NSBW takes place annually during the first week of May. This year, it will be held on April 30th through May 6th, […]
Colorado Chamber Releases Quarterly Statewide Jobs Report in Partnership with Aspen Technology Labs
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Eveleth-Havens at [email protected]. DENVER – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce and Aspen Technology Labs (ATL), a global leader in recruitment technology, today announced a new quarterly jobs report highlighting the latest insights into Colorado’s workforce trends. The partnership is meant to provide valuable workforce data to the public to […]
Celebrate Colorado Manufacturing Month!
The Colorado Chamber has secured a proclamation from the governor’s office declaring October as Colorado Manufacturing Month! Colorado has a vibrant manufacturing industry with 4800+ manufacturing firms that contribute more than $26 billion to the state’s economy, accounting for 6.75% of total output and employing approximately 152,000 Coloradans according to the NAM Manufacturers help to […]
Colorado Chamber Holds “State of State” Business Briefing in Roaring Fork Valley
For media inquiries, please contact Cynthia Meyer at [email protected]. BASALT, Colorado – The Colorado Chamber of Commerce today hosted the “State of the State” business briefing in partnership with the Aspen, Basalt, Carbondale, Colorado River Valley and Glenwood Springs Chambers of Commerce. Colorado Chamber President and CEO Loren Furman discussed the 2022 legislative session and […]
Record high gas prices and inflation continue to hurt Colorado businesses
With gas prices continuing to climb and inflation soaring across the nation, Colorado businesses are being greatly impacted with no end in sight. The average gas price is currently $4.98 per gallon in Colorado which marks a record high cost for the state and consumer inflation crossed 9% in metro Denver as of March 2022. […]
Colorado small businesses are resilient through economic challenges
The COVID-19 pandemic was, and continues to be, a struggle for small businesses around the nation. Business leaders have learned to adapt to ever changing health conditions and government mandates that had previously contributed to the 43% of businesses that temporarily closed in 2020. And even after the initial blow of forced business closures during […]
Small businesses can make a difference and influence policy!
It is critical for small businesses to be heard when legislation and policy is being made, especially in the wake of a global pandemic where many businesses are just getting back on their feet. Legislation can have a huge impact on the way businesses are run, limit how and where businesses can operate, and inhibit […]
How you can support Colorado small businesses
Small business week is a great opportunity to support the small businesses in your community. 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 have a significant impact on businesses. There are many ways to make an […]
How are small businesses defined?
Small businesses are a major force in the U.S. economy, with 28 million small businesses make up 99.7% of all U.S. firms. But what exactly is considered a small business? Generally, a small business has fewer than 1,500 employees and a maximum of $38.5 million in average annual receipts. But according to the U.S. Small […]