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…
This past Wednesday, more than 100 industry leaders, energy employers, and end users gathered at the Grand Junction Convention Center for the Grand Junction Area Chamber’s annual Energy Summit. The day was marked by thoughtful dialogue, candid discussion, and a focus on the realities and opportunities that will shape Colorado’s energy future. Evan Walton, 2025…
Later this month, the Colorado General Assembly will reconvene for a special session. Governor Polis has called lawmakers back to address what his office describes as a budget crisis created by recent federal tax changes. According to the Governor, those changes will leave Colorado facing a $783 million shortfall this fiscal year. As a Chamber,…
When the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City’s Denver Branch Executive, Nick Sly, visited Grand Junction this week, it wasn’t simply a lecture on economic theory. It was an exchange—an opportunity for our business community to provide unfiltered insight into the realities of operating in Western Colorado and for the Fed to explain how those…
Director of Program Development Reports directly to the President & CEO Job purpose The Director of Program Development provides leadership and vision for the Chamber’s programming and events, ensuring they are strategically aligned with organizational goals, financially sustainable, and impactful for the business community. This position is responsible for designing, managing, and evaluating the Chamber’s…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce additional speakers for the 2025 Energy Summit, scheduled for Tuesday, August 19th at the Grand Junction Convention Center. This full-day event will bring together business leaders, industry experts, and community stakeholders to explore the policies and innovations that are shaping Colorado’s energy future. Already…
Every few years, the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE)—the national organization representing thousands of chambers of commerce—takes a deep look at the forces shaping business, community, and the chamber industry itself. Their most recent report, Horizon 2035, reflects the insights of nearly 1,000 chamber leaders, partners, and futurists nationwide and offers a…
The Young Professionals Network (YPN) of Mesa County has been buzzing with energy—and it’s not just the coffee at our morning meetups. Over the past several months, YPN has been steadily growing its presence in the Grand Junction business community through a consistent calendar of meaningful, connection-driven events. Designed specifically for professionals in their 20s…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2025 Energy Summit, set for Tuesday, August 19th at the Grand Junction Convention Center. This full-day event will bring together business leaders, industry experts, and community stakeholders for an in-depth look at the policies and innovations shaping Colorado’s energy future. We are especially…
Ever notice how a new administration—local, state, or federal—can shake up the job market? One minute you’re exploring opportunities in renewable energy or infrastructure; the next, funding shifts, priorities change, and you’re rethinking your next move. For young professionals in Mesa County, this kind of pivot is nothing new. That’s exactly why the Young Professionals…