Local decisions affect the cost of doing business, the availability of workers and the confidence employers need to invest. Business leaders deserve opportunities to understand those decisions and help shape them. That is why the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce hosted its State of the Valley breakfast on October 14th. More than 100 local…
As printed in the Daily Sentinel on October 14, 2026 Colorado employers are already making difficult choices about what they can afford. Insurance premiums, energy and supply costs, workforce shortages and regulatory requirements compete with the dollars needed to hire another employee or expand. Amendment 87 would add a substantial tax obligation for some employers….
The Grand Junction Chamber’s 2026 Election Guide is now available ahead of Election Day on Tuesday, November 3. It brings together candidate perspectives, explanations of ballot measures, and the Chamber’s positions in one resource for readers preparing to vote. As President & CEO Candace Carnahan shares in her opening letter, the realities of running a…
Last week’s Quarterly Membership Luncheon brought nearly 100 attendees together to celebrate local business expansions and hear directly from candidates seeking offices that influence our business environment. Together, the recognitions and conversation underscored how closely business growth and public policy are connected. The Chamber recognized seven businesses and organizations whose expansions represent $33,475,000 in investment…
If an employee needs glasses, we understand why vision coverage matters. We help people care for their teeth. Some employers even help pay for gym memberships. But when someone needs support for their mental health, we are still far too likely to leave them to figure it out alone. That disconnect has been on my…