It was approximately one year ago this month that the Chamber Board of Directors strengthened their commitment to CMU by modifying the Chamber’s guiding principles to include the following; The Success of Colorado Mesa University is Key to Economic Development: The continued growth and development of Colorado Mesa University outlined in the “CMU 20,000 Campaign”…
The state’s largest energy provider late last year unveiled a proposal to secure low-cost power for customers, stimulate economic-development opportunities in rural communities, grow the state’s use of renewable and clean-energy resources, and reduce carbon emissions. Xcel Energy’s proposal, called the Colorado Energy Plan, could lead to $2.5 billion in clean energy investments in rural…
A vibrant community doesn’t just happen. It is the work of leaders—those individuals willing to dream big, take risks and inspire positive change. At the urging of strong business leaders wishing to see others take up the reins and move Grand Junction forward the Chamber is rolling out a new event on April 18th, the…
It has been a busy session so far in 2018 for the Chamber’s Governmental Affairs Committee with action taken on a number of bills of interest to business. Shown below are bills that the Chamber has engaged on as of February 20th: Chamber Supports: HB18-1004 Continue Child Care Contribution Tax Credit HB18-1022 DOR Department of…
Is your business interested in taking on an intern but don’t know where to begin? Or have you tried to find an intern and found the process to be too daunting? Then join us for an open discussion about the different pathways you can utilize to hire an intern, as well as provide feedback for…
Chamber members and the members of the public are invited to attend the YEA! Investor Panel Presentations of this year’s budding CEOs on Wednesday, March 28, 6:00 PM at the Marriott Courtyard. For the first time, these middle and high school students will be publicly pitching their companies to a panel of investors composed…
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The Chamber schedules committee meetings around the times that business people can get away from work so that means a lot of early morning, lunchtime and late afternoon gatherings. Thanks to our Chamber members who are willing to help us manage our budget by providing lunchtime meals we are able to shave almost $2,000 from…
YPN Before Hours Pufferbelly Restaurant Wednesday, March 7th, 7:00 AM Piping hot coffee or tea, with a little mix and mingle. Join YPN members and guests (are free) for this monthly morning event. What a great way to start your business day with friends at this wildly popular event. Before Hours is held at various…
At the Chamber Annual Banquet late last month the Chamber recognized the following for the efforts to build a stronger community; Business of the Year Startek Startek opened its doors locally in 1999 and today employs over 700 people, an increase of 150 in 2017 due to their implementing service contracts with health insurance carriers…