Colorado Chamber of Commerce

10/15/2026

On November 12, we're rolling out the red carpet for Colorado makers at the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Awards Banquet!

Join us to see this year’s Top 10 products up close, meet the people behind them and find out what will be crowned the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado!

Register here: https://cochamber.com/event/2026-coolest-thing-made-awards-banquet-presented-by-pnc-bank/

10/15/2026

A HUGE congratulations to Peter Daniell of Broomfield, who just won the 2026 National Civics Bee Championship in Washington, D.C.! 🏆

Peter, a student at Stargate Charter School, competed against students from across the country to claim the national title and a $100,000 contribution to his education savings plan!

Organized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the third annual championship brought together 52 finalists representing all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and American Samoa.

Daniell’s path to the national championship included winning the Arvada regional competition before taking first place among 26 students at the Colorado State Finals on July 24. The Colorado Chamber Foundation hosted the state finals, presented by Kinder Morgan in partnership with the Daniels Fund, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and El Pomar Foundation.

We're incredibly proud of Peter for representing Colorado on the national stage and showcasing the bright future of civic leadership in our state! Way to make Colorado proud, Peter! 👏

Read more: https://cochamber.com/2026/10/15/colorado-middle-school-student-peter-daniell-wins-national-civics-bee-championship/

10/14/2026

What if a brick could help remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere? 🧱

Meet Carbon Core Brick by Lakewood-based Summit Brick Company, a Top 10 finalist in the 2026 Coolest Thing Made in Colorado competition!

Developed using technology originally invented at the Colorado School of Mines, each Carbon Core brick incorporates approximately 1.5 pounds of olivine sand and is designed to sequester roughly one pound of atmospheric CO₂ while also improving resistance to freeze-thaw cycles and cracking.

Vote for your favorite finalist for the People’s Choice Award and get your tickets to the Coolest Thing Made in Colorado Awards Banquet on November 12! https://coolestthingcolorado.com/

10/14/2026

The Colorado Chamber strongly opposes Amendment 87, and we stand with the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce in urging Coloradans to vote NO.

At a time when businesses are already struggling with rising costs, Colorado cannot afford a massive tax increase that threatens small businesses, job creation and our state's economic competitiveness.

Thank you to Grand Junction Chamber President and CEO Candace Carnahan for speaking out about the serious consequences of Amendment 87 for employers across our state.

Amendment 87 could have significant consequences for Colorado’s small businesses, jobs and economic competitiveness.

In a new editorial, Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Candace Carnahan explains why the Chamber opposes the proposed graduated income tax and raises concerns about its potential impact on local employers.

The proposal would nearly double Colorado’s top marginal income tax rate, from 4.4% to 8.4%, potentially affecting business earnings that owners retain for hiring, equipment, expansion and financial stability.

As Colorado businesses navigate rising costs and increasing competition from neighboring states, understanding the potential impact of tax policy on employers and our local economy is critical.

Read the full editorial, No on Amendment 87, to learn more about the Chamber’s position and the economic considerations behind it.

https://grandjunctiondailysentinel-co.newsmemory.com/?publink=0898c1ce3_13522ba

10/13/2026

A look back at an incredible afternoon at the Colorado Chamber's 2026 Annual Meeting Luncheon!

We were honored to welcome veteran political strategist and national political commentator Donna Brazile for a special keynote conversation with Colorado Chamber President and CEO Loren Furman. Thank you to Donna for filling the room with humor, stories and insights on leadership and the issues shaping our nation's future.

The afternoon also brought together business and community leaders from across Colorado for meaningful conversations about our state's economy and future, including a gubernatorial candidate forum featuring Phil Weiser and Victor Marx, moderated by Ed Sealover.

Take a look through our photo gallery for some of our favorite moments from the day. Thank you to everyone who joined us!

10/12/2026

What business issues are shaping Colorado’s governor’s race?

This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, host Ed Sealover concludes our 2026 election series with candid interviews focused on how three candidates for governor would approach the issues affecting Colorado businesses.

Phil Weiser, Victor Marx and Greg Lopez share their perspectives on energy costs, transportation, regulations, labor laws, health care and more
🎧 Listen here: https://cochamber.com/2026/10/12/the-business-issues-shaping-colorados-governors-race

10/09/2026

People’s Choice voting is now open! Cast your vote for your favorite Top 10 finalist and help decide this year’s People’s Choice Award winner.

Join us on November 12 at the Coolest Thing Awards Banquet, where we’ll reveal this year’s winner, runner-up and People’s Choice Award. And stay tuned — we’ll be spotlighting each of our Top 10 finalists in the weeks ahead!

Learn more, cast your vote and get your tickets: https://coolestthingcolorado.com/

10/09/2026

🚀 Congratulations to Lockheed Martin on its exciting expansion in Colorado!

With plans to add up to 1,250 jobs across the Denver metro area, this investment is a major win for Colorado’s workforce and growing aerospace and defense industry.

Read more from the Denver Business Journal: www.bizjournals.com/denver/news/2026/10/09/lockheed-martin-space-colorado-denver-job-growth.html

The aerospace giant makes plans to grow, adding up to 1,250 jobs across the region. A new 190,000-square-foot office expansion in Highlands Ranch anchors the growth.

10/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us today for the 2026 Annual Meeting! We’re grateful to our members, business leaders, speakers, sponsors, and community partners who came together for an afternoon of important conversations about Colorado’s economy, business climate, and future.

A special thank you to our keynote speaker, veteran political strategist Donna Brazile; Colorado Chamber President and CEO Loren Furman, who moderated the keynote discussion; Ed Sealover, who moderated our gubernatorial candidate forum; and forum participants Phil Weiser and Victor Marx for sharing their perspectives with Colorado’s business community.

And, of course, thank you to our generous sponsors Fidelity Investments, Chevron Intermountain Health, Suncor, PCL Construction and Ball Corporation whose support made today’s event possible.

Thank you for being part of an important conversation about Colorado’s future!

View the full video here: https://youtu.be/GF8J_vea64Y?si=xnJMPW18pYk29WPX

10/08/2026

Looking to gain valuable insights into job vacancies and workforce trends shaping our state's dynamic employment landscape? Every quarter, the Colorado Chamber teams up with Aspen Technology Labs to present the Colorado Job Market Report. Check it out 👇

The Colorado Chamber is the only organization where any business from any industry can come together – from small businesses to the state’s largest employers, from Denver to the Western Slope. Every business voice matters.