The Grand Valley is home to some of the most innovative and impactful manufacturing sites across the country and the world, and continuing to recognize and support the contributions these businesses make to our community has never been more important. As one of the largest local industries employing thousands of workers, and providing products to…

colorado enterprise zones

Most of the City of Grand Junction is located in a Colorado Enterprise Zone, which allows employers access to various incentives. This strategic positioning grants employers access to a plethora of enticing incentives, fostering an environment of growth and prosperity. Our local Enterprise Zone administrator and local economic development partner, the Business Incubator Center are…

According to the 2022 Colorado State of Owner Readiness Report, 70% percent of business owners in the state of Colorado plan to transition ownership of their business in the next ten years, but almost half of these owners have given little attention to how this transition will occur. This fact presents a significant challenge but…

December 2022 Business Expansion Awards

Expanding your business is a significant milestone. It signifies growth, increased market reach, and the pursuit of new opportunities. However, expanding a business is not merely about extending its physical presence or enlarging its customer base – it also involves investing in your local community. This investment goes beyond financial contributions and holds substantial value…

Colorado National Monument at sunset

Economic development has many objectives—primarily, the creation of jobs, wealth, or assets and the improvement of the quality of life. Economic development can also be defined as a process that influences the growth and restructuring of an economy to enhance the economic well-being of a community. When distilled down, economic development is and has been…

The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce (GJACC) has played an integral role in supporting our members, building and continuing strong partnerships, and promoting a healthy economy in 2022. Here is a list of accomplishments we have had throughout the year. To view the PDF version, click here.

Workplace health, access to health coverage, and our overall community health are top of mind as a business community. These key elements directly impact our ability to keep the economy and our workforce strong. Join us as we welcome Tracy Marshall, FAMLI Division Director to kick-off the day as she discusses the upcoming rollout of…

Join us this year as we hear from the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, The State of Colorado Insurance Commissioners’ office (tentative), local Healthcare leaders, and healthy workplace experts as they help guide you through regulation, policy, strategies, and practices that can help protect your business, support your employees, and contribute to a healthier…

During the September Quarterly Membership Luncheon, hear from candidates in the 2022 Fall Election as they address questions surrounding business priorities that are impacting the Mesa County economy on a daily basis. From continued industry regulation, pressures on workforce due to housing and childcare shortages, and healthy conditions for expansion and retention, there is a…

The oldest separate 501c economic development nonprofit in the Valley has kept a low profile for over 63 years but you can see their handiwork everywhere you look from Foresight Park to the land the Colorado Bureau of Investigations building sits on. Industrial Development, Inc (IDI) was formed as a sister organization to the Grand…

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