Seven high school students received “Hire Me First” certificates on June 24th. These students completed a three-week condensed Summer Camp at WCCC. Students learned 21st Century Workplace Skills, were given ten WorkKeys assessments and spent at least six hours in a Job Shadow experience in area businesses. The certificates can be used along with their…
YPN Before Hours Wednesday, July 13, 2016 7:00 – 8:30 AM Location: Spoons Bistro & Bakery A relaxed networking opportunity to get to know and network with other Young Professionals in Mesa County. YPN Conversation with Tim Ray of the Grand Junction Rockies Thursday, July 28, 2016 12:00 Noon Location: TBD YPN members and guests…
The July 2016 issue of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce monthly membership newsletter is now available. In This Issue: Second Quarter Accomplishments Chairman’s Column Grand Valley Drainage District Lawsuit Update Congratulations Expanding Companies Chamber Seeks Young Entrepreneurs RefUSA Training Offered Volunteer to Read with a Child! High School Students Preparing for Future Careers Chamber…
The June 2016 issue of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce monthly membership newsletter is now available. In This Issue: Update on Grand Valley Drainage District Challenge Calling All Energy Companies Chairman’s Column – June 2016 High School Students Can Job Shadow In June Meetings Set To Gather Feedback For Broadband Planning More Than…
The following companies have recently joined the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. 32 Waves / SkyFiber Nick George (801) 824-2440 www.32waves.com Internet Products & Services Acupuncture Solutions, LLC 2500 North Ave, Ste 8 Grand Junction, CO 81501 Ryan Powell (970) 216-0129 www.kickassacupuncture.com Acupuncture Elegant Balloon Creations Frankie DelaHoz (970) 261-2338 Party Supplies/Party Planning Service…
School is out for the summer but businesses don’t take a summer vacation. In fact, if things are slowing down a bit in your business this is the ideal time to engage in some networking activities to build your client and referral base. The Chamber has multiple opportunities for you to utilize this month: Networking@Noon,…
Members are encouraged to join us in celebrating the graduation of the 2015-2016 Mesa County Leadership Class on Thursday, June 9th, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Golf Club at Redlands Mesa. This is the 17th class to graduate from a program that has offered community leadership training to 275 individuals in the business…
Late last month the Department of Labor unveiled the new overtime regulations. The Chamber joined other business organizations under the leadership of the U.S. Chamber to weigh in on the rules during their comment period late last year. Here are the bullet points of the new rules: The salary threshold will be increased to $47,476…
Since the beginning of the year, Chamber staff have been active in seeking out primary employers in a variety of industries to determine how the community can retain them and help them expand in accordance with the Chamber’s role in economic development locally. Initially such efforts were undertaken by Diane Schwenke, CEO but with the…
Do you have a budding entrepreneur sitting at home this summer plotting how to be the next Bill Gates? If so, you may want to pack them up and bring them by the Chamber office on Tuesday, June 7th, anytime between 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM for an open house to learn more about the…