Each year, I look forward to the release of the Edelman Trust Barometer. Not because it tells us something new, but because it puts language and data behind what many of us are already feeling here at home. This year’s report confirms it. The divide is growing. Seventy percent of people worldwide now have what…
Behind every storefront, service, and job in Mesa County is a business navigating tight margins, workforce pressures, rising costs, and constant change. Those challenges rarely make headlines. What deserves recognition is the resilience, innovation, and leadership demonstrated by local businesses every single day. On February 27th, 2026, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce brought…
Before the sun rose over the Bookcliffs last week, nearly 60 Mesa County business leaders boarded a bus in the dark, navigating the largest winter storm of 2026 to make a clear statement: Western Colorado’s voice belongs in the rooms where decisions are made. Our annual Legislative Days at the Capitol is not ceremonial. It…
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…
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…
At the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, we pride ourselves on being more than just an advocate for business—we’re a driver of progress, a convener of partnerships, and a storyteller of success. Over the past seven days, that mission came to life through three celebrations that spotlighted what’s possible when passion, collaboration, and innovation…
On Monday, May 12, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted the Western Regional Talent Summit at the Mesa County Workforce Center in partnership with the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT). This event was part of the statewide Opportunity Now Regional Talent Summits initiative, which was launched to identify…
Last week, regional collaboration took center stage at the annual State of the Valley event hosted by the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce at Colorado Mesa University. The gathering brought together elected officials, top administrators, and business leaders from across Mesa County to share progress, discuss challenges, and explore new opportunities to strengthen our…