September 2018 – Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce

06 09 '18

100+ Society Nominations Deadline October 15

The Museums of Western Colorado and The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce that they will be honoring organizations, agricultural establishments, and businesses that have served the Grand Valley area for at least 100 years. Criteria for recognition include enterprises that were started in and have continuously served the residents of…

01 09 '18

Workforce Development Week September 5 – 12, 2018

September is national Workforce Month and to celebrate, workforce partners throughout Mesa County will be hosting a Workforce Week. This week will highlight the innovative workforce development programs throughout Mesa County that are the result of the collaborative efforts of the Mesa County Workforce Center, School District 51, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce,…

01 09 '18

Chairman’s Column: It Starts with Leadership!

We are all about to get inundated with commercials in the media, mailers on our doorsteps and robocalls about the various qualifications and worthiness of candidates seeking public office. A key characteristic that I think we all look for in these candidates is that they are knowledgeable leaders. . . folks that are “in it”…

01 09 '18

September 5th Energy Briefing Features New Products From Coal

As U.S. coal production declines due to the rise of natural gas and alternative energies, the question remains: What will happen to those communities of coal workers? The answer may lie in a derivative of coal called “pitch,” which can be used to produce a carbon-fiber material utilized in items from skis to automobile and…

01 09 '18

New Directors Proposed

The Chamber’s Board Nominating Committee met and is presenting a slate of directors who will be appointed to serve a four-year term on the board with approval from the members. They are shown below: Brian Davidson, St. Mary’s Medical Center | SCL Health Ivan Geer, River City Consultants Paul Peterson, Mesa Mall Katie Powell, Munro…

01 09 '18

Young Entrepreneurs Academy Begins This Fall: Only 15 Days Left to Apply!

The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is currently look for middle and high school students who have a passion for ideas and creativity, for the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, (YEA!). The program is entering its sixth year, after helping over 50 students launch their own businesses. YEA! is a 28-week academic program, meeting from early…

01 09 '18

Chamber To Kick Off Annual Campaign September 10th

The Grand Junction Area Chamber will launch the third annual Creating a Bright Future! Campaign, on September 10th. The Creating a Bright Future! 2018 Campaign will provide the Grand Junction area with a properly funded chamber of commerce capable of accomplishing key initiatives in the community. The Chamber is dedicated to business retention and expansion,…

01 09 '18

We Are “On Course” For Golf September 28th!

The Chamber’s annual golf tournament sponsored by Shaw Construction is just days away on Friday, September 28th, at the Bookcliff Country Club. Have you determined which “deck” you want to be on for this outstanding day of networking and celebration of our outdoor opportunities? Here are some options you may want to consider even if…

01 09 '18

Internship Survey Provides Valued Insights

The Chamber recently conducted an online survey about internship programs in the hopes of improving the usage and value of programs for employers and students. Over two hundred people, which represents over 14% of those invited, took the time to respond. Shown below are some highlights. Over 60 % of respondents have utilized interns as…

01 09 '18

October is “Mav” Month

“Mav” up your business for the entire month of October in support of “Mav” Month. Here is how; Decorate your office, restaurant, lobby etc. and be sure to enter into the Community Spirit Contest at www.coloradomesa.edu/homecoming. The CMU Alumni Association is providing spirit kits to help you decorate, so be sure to register for the…