Those of us in business are well aware that it takes much more effort to gain a new customer than it does to acquire repeat business from an existing customer. That principle works the same way for YOUR Chamber. We want all of you to “feel the love” and know how much we value your…
At the Chamber Annual Banquet late last month the Chamber recognized the following for the efforts to build a stronger community; Business of the Year Startek Startek opened its doors locally in 1999 and today employs over 700 people, an increase of 150 in 2017 due to their implementing service contracts with health insurance carriers…
The “roundup” of business and volunteer assistance that helped make this year’s Annual Banquet a success was overwhelming. Recognizing community champions, networking with each other and raising funds for our Young Entrepreneurs Academy and Mesa County Leadership Class would not have happened without so many of you that “cowboyed up.” Our thanks and deep appreciation…
The first Quarterly Membership Luncheon of 2018, March 26th, 12:00 PM at the DoubleTree Hotel will feature a panel presentation of community partners that working together to help meet the workforce needs of area employers. Expanding companies will also be recognized so if you have added employees or made a capital investment please contact Diane (diane@gjchamber.org)…
The following companies recently invested in the Chamber, demonstrating strong support of the Chamber’s efforts to drive the region’s economy. Absolute Safety, Inc. PO Box 3094, Grand Junction, CO 81502 Shannon Key – (970) 462-9876 www.absolutesafety.us Safety & Regulatory Compliance Service Bicycle Outfitters, Inc. 537 N 1st St, Grand Junction, CO 81501 Brad Stewart –…
Each year the Chamber attempts with the help of volunteers to physically visit as many of our members as possible to drop off the new membership materials including the 2018 Membership Directory and plaque insert. This is important in an age where so much of our communication is digital. Nothing beats a face to face…
YPN Before Hours Wednesday, February 7th, 7:00 – 8:30 AM Location: Gelu Italian Ice A relaxed networking opportunity to get to know and network with other Young Professionals in Mesa County. Conversation with Anne Wenzel, Western Colorado Community Foundation Tuesday, February 13, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM YPN members and guests participate in a monthly…
The challenge of addressing the health care needs of employees health care more of a challenge with each passing year for employers of all sizes. This year’s Healthcare Summit on March 7th, 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the DoubleTree Hotel will feature: Results of a recently completed study by the University of Utah examining…
The Chamber’s 25th Annual trip to the State Capitol will be on February 22-23, 2018 and will feature briefings with members of the Governor’s cabinet along with an informal dinner typically attended by up to one-third of the Colorado General Assembly. We wish to thank Title Sponsors Pinnacol Assurance and CenturyLink, Corporate Sponsors Brady Trucking…
Eight students from the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) will be introduced to five CEOs from local businesses on Tuesday, February 13, 2018, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at Colorado Mesa University’s (CMU) Innovation Center in Pinon Hall on the CMU campus. The CEO Roundtable is a significant event for YEA! students as it provides insight…