This past year our CareerLink committee has been hard at work finding solutions for our workforce development needs around the Grand Valley. The members of this committee are our partners at the Fruita and Palisade Chambers of Commerce, the Mesa County Workforce Center, School District 51, Colorado Mesa University and CMU Tech, as well as…
In today’s rapidly evolving job market, communities face the challenge of retaining their young talent. As young professionals seek diverse opportunities and experiences, many cities and towns grapple with a “brain drain” effect, losing their brightest prospects to larger urban centers. However, the Grand Junction Area Chamber in partnership with the Young Professionals Network of…
The world is a small place. In a matter of hours, those of us living on the West Slope can be in a foreign country. Likewise, products made in the Grand Valley are exported daily to international markets. Supply chains help bring raw materials from foreign lands to Colorado to be fabricated into cutting edge…
As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of our local economy, it is our privilege to share with you why workforce development has emerged as a key priority for our Chamber of Commerce. It is a subject that touches the heart of our community, our businesses, and a thriving economic climate. Workforce development is not just…
At their core, nonprofits are driven by a noble purpose and deliver essential services and resources our community, but they also help bridge gaps in government and private sector efforts. Their dedication to promoting the common good, empowering individuals, and fostering economic growth contributes significantly to the overall vitality and resilience of our local economy…
This upcoming fall will be the 11th year of our local YEA! program here at the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. We are recruiting middle and high school students who are looking to build valuable life skills for their futures! YEA! is a 26-week academic program that will be meeting starting in early October…
In June, Governor Polis and the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced the first 46 recipients of the Opportunity Now Colorado grant program to support the creation and expansion of innovative workforce and talent development initiatives across the state. Of the 46 recipients, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce was…
Less than ONE MONTH until the highly anticipated Young Professionals Summit! This event promises to be a game-changer for all leaders and go-getters in various industries. Whether you are fresh out of college, just starting your career, or already making strides in your profession, this summit is designed to EMPOWER young professionals (YPs) to ignite…