Housing attainability has become one of the most critical issues facing our local workforce, impacting the ability to attract and retain skilled talent across Mesa County. The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce has been hard at work gathering insights to better understand how housing challenges are affecting our community and, most importantly, to identify…
On October 23rd, the Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Young Professionals of Mesa County, celebrated the second annual BestSlope NEXTGen Awards, honoring a cohort of young leaders making a profound impact across Mesa County. This year’s awards brought together a diverse group of honorees from various industries, backgrounds, and stages of…
As the voice of our local business community, the Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce plays a crucial role in shaping a pro-business environment that fosters growth and resilience. This fall, we’re excited to release our 2024 Fall Election Guide, a resource designed to help our community navigate the upcoming ballot measures and understand how each…
Get ready to hit a home run with your business connections! On August 21st, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to host “Business in the Ballpark” at Suplizio Field, home of our beloved Grand Junction Jackalopes. This is more than just a night at the ballpark—it’s a chance to knock it out…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that nominations are now open for our Board of Directors! This is a fantastic opportunity for passionate and committed individuals to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our local business community. We are seeking candidates who are enthusiastic about championing a…
Help Shape the Future of Affordable Housing in Our Community As our community continues to grow, the challenges of finding attainable and affordable housing are becoming more pressing than ever. We believe that the best way to tackle this issue is by understanding the real-life experiences and perspectives of those who are directly impacted—people like…
JUCO’s impact on our business community is undeniable. JUCO’s impact on our business community is undeniable. Dear Valued Investors, As a proud founding stakeholder in bringing the Junior College World Series to Grand Junction in 1959, the Grand Junction Area Chamber is reflecting on the rich history and significant impact this tournament has had on…
As we embark on another legislative session shaping the business landscape in our beautiful state of Colorado, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce remains steadfast in our commitment to champion the interests of our local business community. In the fast-paced 120 days of decision-making, it is imperative that we, as a collective voice for…
THERE’S A NEW SHERIFF IN TOWN: CDLE RELEASES COMPS #39 Another year, another COMPS (i.e., Colorado Overtime and Minimum Pay Standards) Order. The minimum wage is now identified as $14.42 per hour. The salary-threshold amount for exempt employees is set at $55,000.00. Next year, that amount will be adjusted based on Colorado inflation. Despite there…
Celebrating the successes of local businesses and economy in 2023 and looking forward to a promising future in 2024 were the central takeaways at Grand Junction Chamber’s Economic Outlook on Monday at Colorado Mesa University. Attendees gathered to hear from keynote speaker, Dr. Richard Wobbekind, Senior Economist and Director of the Business Research Division…