This Week in Policy: State Budget Finalized

On Wednesday, the joint budget committee resolved gaps between the House and Senate-approved state budget proposals and finalized the nearly $26 billion state budget for the fiscal year that will start on July 1. The Chamber has been following the budget talks closely, and $150 million in funding for transportation will be included in the … Read Post

Entrepreneurs: Find your Leading Edge

Starting your own business can be exhilarating. You’re beginning a new adventure and with the start of every new adventure you need the right tools and guide to help you along the way. The Denver Metro Small Business Development Center’s (SBDC) program, Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs, will provide you with the toolkit you need to … Read Post

It’s Easy Being Green for These 3 organizations

Across the Denver metro area, there are green businesses adding another page in the history of our region’s success. The Chamber’s annual Business Awards luncheon presented by Colorado Business Bank recognizes organizations in our community that make our region a great place to live and do business. Get to know our Green Business of the … Read Post

The Power of an Internship

Employers know internships are more than a filler on a résumé. They are a way to try out prospective employees, build capacity on their teams and pass along knowledge and experience to the next generation of workers. That’s why the Chamber has taken the lead on the Denver Opportunity Youth Initiative, focused on connecting businesses … Read Post

Ambition, Ideas, Spirit: Focus of 3 Start-Ups

Across the Denver metro area, there are start-up businesses adding another page in the history of our region’s success. The Chamber’s annual Business Awards luncheon presented by Colorado Business Bank recognizes organizations in our community that make our region a great place to live and do business. Get to know our Start-Up Business of the … Read Post

This Week in Policy: SCFD Bill Moves to House Floor

A bill to make updates to the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District (SCFD) and put reauthorization of the SCFD’s penny-on-$10 sales tax on the November ballot passed out of the House Finance Committee yesterday. The Chamber has supported the SCFD since it was created in 1987. In addition to supporting arts and cultural organizations across … Read Post