In Mesa County, we talk often about the importance of cultivating the next generation of skilled workers. We care deeply about preparing future electricians, healthcare professionals, tech innovators, ranchers, and farmers. These conversations matter. But if we want a truly strong and sustainable local economy, we also need to grow the next generation of business…
Every year as the holidays approach, I find myself thinking about how quickly we all start moving. We rush from meeting to meeting, scroll through endless online deals, juggle calendars full of holiday events, and try to make everything look effortless. Somewhere in that flurry, we forget to look up and see the very thing…
The holiday season always brings out the heart of Mesa County. Lights go up, traditions take center stage, and families gather in ways that remind us what community really means. It is also a season when how we choose to celebrate can make a real difference. Every time we shop local, support local, and give…
A strong economy depends on more than innovation and investment. It depends on informed citizens who understand how their community and government work. That connection between civic awareness and economic strength is what drives the National Civics Bee, a program that inspires middle school students to learn how everyday decisions shape the places where…
Candace Carnahan, President and CEO of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, has been appointed Vice Chair of the Colorado Chamber Alliance (CCA). The Colorado Chamber Alliance is a statewide network representing more than 75 local chambers of commerce and over 50,000 businesses across Colorado. The organization works to strengthen chambers through shared…
Invest in the Programs That Strengthen Our Community The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce has opened up opportunities for sponsorship partners for several of our cornerstone programs that strengthen the Mesa County economy and empower our business community. Your support fuels initiatives that build a skilled workforce, amplify our voice in advocacy, and connect…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce has been recognized with the “Highest Achievement in Communications” award for a chamber of its size by the Colorado Chamber Alliance (CCA), a statewide network representing more than 75 chambers of commerce and over 50,000 businesses across Colorado. The award highlights the Chamber’s excellence in strategic storytelling, community…
Last week, more than 150 emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and community builders gathered for the 2025 Western Slope YP Summit, hosted by the Young Professionals Network in partnership with the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. The annual event has become a signature experience for rising professionals across Western Colorado, offering a full day of connection,…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2025 class of BestSlope NEXTGen Honorees — an annual recognition celebrating Mesa County’s emerging leaders who are shaping the future of business and community through their dedication, innovation, and impact. This year’s honorees represent the depth and diversity of talent that continues to…
This Fall’s election may not carry the same headlines as past years, but the choices on the ballot are no less important to the health of our economy and the strength of our community. Elections shape the environment in which businesses operate—impacting policies, resources, and, most importantly, the readiness of our future workforce. That is…