Recently, national thought leader Mark Perna visited Grand Junction to share his message about unleashing the passion, purpose, and potential of the younger generation. His keynote, brought to our community in partnership with the Business Incubator Center and the D51 Foundation, centered on a theme we couldn’t agree with more: investing in our youth is…
When national leaders debate trade policy, it can feel like a distant conversation. But for Mesa County businesses, tariffs are not an abstract issue — they are shaping costs, competitiveness, and the confidence to invest in our community. This summer, the Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce conducted a flash poll to better understand how tariffs…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Candidate Forum for Mesa County Valley School District 51 Board of Education candidates. This event, part of the Chamber’s endorsement process that also includes questionnaires and candidate interviews, gave the business community a direct look at the priorities and perspectives of those seeking to lead…
Last week, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce submitted formal comments on the Colorado Department of Transportation’s proposed 2050 Statewide Transportation Plan. For Western Colorado businesses, this plan is not just a roadmap for infrastructure—it is a roadmap for economic stability, competitiveness, and growth. Our comments made clear that the current funding model leaves…
Grand Junction, CO — The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce (GJACC) has been awarded $99,994 through the Office of the Future of Work at the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s Qualified Apprenticeship Intermediary Grant program. GJACC is one of six organizations in Colorado to receive funding as a recognized Intermediary for Industry. This…
September marks Workforce Development Month, and at the Grand Junction Chamber, this is a time for us to reflect on the partnerships, programs, and people that prepare Mesa County for the future. Workforce development is more than just filling jobs; it’s building strong, sustainable connections between education, business, and community – ensuring that our region…