Would you let a teenager design your company’s new logo? When the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce took on the Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative to connect businesses with opportunity youth, we knew that internships and experiential learning opportunities would help students and employers think differently about how we learn and how Colorado builds its talent … Read Post
Colorado small-to mid-size companies are adding the highest number of jobs in the state, and, for that reason, are seeing more economic growth than ever before. With this increase, employers are also seeing a rise in business trips. In fact, according to the U.S. Travel Association, Americans make more than 405 million long-distance business trips per year. Many employers expect their employees to be accessible whether in the … Read Post
When we’re all trying to do more with less, improving your productivity can save you time and increase your businesses success. Check out these four tips on how to be more productive at the office. Make breaks a part of your workday It may sound counterintuitive, but stepping away from your computer for even five … Read Post
How will you get to work 10 years from now? If the last few years and the changes brought on by the advances in technology are any indication, we have no idea—except you may be saying, “Beam me up, Scotty,” more often. What we do know is that Colorado wants to be a leader in … Read Post
As managing partner at BKD CPA & Advisors and former board chair of the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation board of directors, Webb knows a thing or two about balancing work and community engagement. Webb’s selfless attitude and commitment make him our spring Chamber Champion. Take a minute to get to know this outstanding leader better. BUSINESS ALTITUDE: How … Read Post
Leadership is a journey—and it’s one that is never really done. That’s why the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation works to support leaders throughout their careers. The Leadership Foundation provides you with the tools you need to be a successful community leader: knowledge, skills, network and experiences. Part of the success of a civic leader … Read Post
In 1993, the year of Denver’s “summer of violence,” there were 74 homicides in the city. It created a panic around the state about the impact of gang activity. As a young man growing up in an East Denver housing project, Dr. Ryan Ross was right in the middle of it and he wanted to get out. With relatives in conflicting gangs, fear of association … Read Post
