This holiday season, our Keep the Cheer Here campaign reminds us that choosing local strengthens the heartbeat of Mesa County. Each time we shop, dine, volunteer, or give locally, we reinforce the businesses and organizations that make this community feel like home. As we embrace that spirit of giving, it is important to recognize another…
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…
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…
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a Candidate Forum for Mesa County Valley School District 51 Board of Education candidates. This event, part of the Chamber’s endorsement process that also includes questionnaires and candidate interviews, gave the business community a direct look at the priorities and perspectives of those seeking to lead…
Last week, the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce submitted formal comments on the Colorado Department of Transportation’s proposed 2050 Statewide Transportation Plan. For Western Colorado businesses, this plan is not just a roadmap for infrastructure—it is a roadmap for economic stability, competitiveness, and growth. Our comments made clear that the current funding model leaves…