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January 13, 2026

CO Legislative Leaders Address Colorado’s Economic Competitiveness Ahead of 2026 Session

Photo courtesy of Dave Anderson at InSync Photography + Design DENVER, CO, January 13, 2026—With the 2026 legislative session just a day away, Colorado’s business leaders are calling on state policy makers to prioritize policies enabling fair competition and economic empowerment for every Coloradan, not only in intent, but in measurable outcomes for jobs, affordability, […]

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January 12, 2026

Denver Broncos Playoff Games Expected to Bring $60+ Million in Economic Activity for Denver

DENVER, CO – January 8, 2026. Denver is bracing for an economic touchdown. With the Broncos returning to the NFL playoffs as the No.1 seed in the AFC, the City and County of Denver is positioned to capture a massive wave of one-time revenue that ripples far beyond the stadium gates. A report released today by the Metro Denver EDC forecasts […]

January 7, 2026

Leading With Purpose: Reflections from Meredith Hintze Leadership Foundation Board Member, Impact Denver '11, Leadership Denver '22, Leadership Exchange '22

What has been a defining moment in your leadership journey, and how did it shape you? A defining moment in my leadership journey was moving from a direct-service nonprofit Executive Director role into a leader in Corporate Social Responsibility. I shifted from serving children and families directly to shaping systems that support safer, more high […]

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December 10, 2025

Colorado Space Coalition Supports NDAA Industry Provisions, Urges SBIR/STTR Renewal

The Colorado Space Coalition of the Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce urges Congress to rapidly pass a FY26 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that retains the key aerospace and defense industry support included in the conferenced bill text released on December 7, 2025. The Coalition highlights the bill’s critical support for America’s aerospace and defense […]

December 9, 2025

Leading With Purpose: Reflections from Dianne Myles, Leadership Foundation Board Member, Leadership Denver Class '21, Leadership Exchange Program '25

What has been a defining moment in your leadership journey, and how did it shape you? A defining moment for me was when I decided to stop hiding all parts of me. My story, my light, the very things that make me, me. Becoming a mother at a young age, and realizing my experiences were […]

December 5, 2025

Leading With Purpose: Reflections from John Farnam, 9NEWS Leader of the Year for 2024, Leadership Denver Class of '25, Leadership Exchange Class of '25

What has been a defining moment in your leadership journey, and how did it shape you? A truly defining moment in my leadership journey occurred when I was in my late 20s. I was the Executive Director of the Northern Colorado AIDS Project at the time. The then mayor of Fort Collins nominated me for […]

December 5, 2025

Leading With Purpose: Reflections from Alejandra Nieland Zavala, Leadership Fellows Class of Impact Denver '25

What has been a defining moment in your leadership journey, and how did it shape you? When I took my first leadership role at 25, I became the Principal for the Education Department at a Southwest Key Program shelter for unaccompanied minors. It was a huge responsibility that I loved and cared deeply about, but […]

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November 19, 2025

Spotlighting the Changemakers: Top Colorado Businesses Celebrated for Driving Positive Change

DENVER – Nov. 13, the Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation and B:CIVIC celebrated Colorado’s most socially responsible companies at the 2025 Lead with Impact Summit, presented by United Airlines. The annual event recognized organizations that are redefining what it means to lead with purpose, drive positive change, and have an impact in their communities. […]

Leading With Impact: Reflections from Daniel Archuleta: Leadership Denver '22

What inspired you to lead the work at Strategic Kids, and what impact are you most proud of so far? Like me, Strategic Kids is a Colorado native, and Adam Brody (our president) has inspired me and the mission of Strategic Kids through his personal story. As a former foster youth who was impacted by […]

Leading With Purpose: Reflections from Vanessa Clark: Leadership Fellows '23

What has been a defining moment in your leadership journey, and how did it shape you? A defining moment in my leadership journey came during my time at Goodwill, where I was promoted through every level of the department. Prior to that role, I didn’t aspire to leadership or see myself as a strategic thinker. […]

Participants in the Denver Metro Chamber's 2026 Civics Bee competition

Middle School Students Practice Democracy in Action, Metro Denver Civics Bee Students Advance to State Competition

DENVER—April 8, Community members and families gathered to watch the Denver Metro Chamber’s local competition for the National Civics Bee, in partnership with founding partner the Daniels Fund. The National Civics Bee, a program launched by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, aims to create a strong country, economy and workforce through greater civic knowledge […]

Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation President Kristen Blessman at the podium for Leading Colorado

Civic Leaders Take Center Stage to Accept 9NEWS Leaders of the Year Awards

DENVER — March 10, The Denver Metro Chamber Leadership Foundation announced the winners of the 2026 9NEWS Leaders of the Year at its annual Leading Colorado event, presented by Huntington Bank, recognizing three exceptional leaders who have made significant contributions to Colorado’s civic, economic and community landscape. The awards were given in three categories: 9NEWS […]

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