Chamber Blog
The Power of Win/Win Partnerships
The Power of Win/Win Partnerships By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce July 7, 2026 Back to Blog One of the principles we emphasize in our Leading with Purpose speaker series is creating Win/Win relationships. The strongest partnerships aren’t transactional; they are relational and transformational. When two organizations come together with a shared purpose,…
Read MoreAdvocacy Update: Swipe Fee Relief for Small Businesses Awaits Governor’s Signature
Advocacy Update: Swipe Fee Relief for Small Businesses Awaits Governor’s Signature By Kim Oyler, COO, Durango Chamber of Commerce June 22, 2026 Back to Blog Colorado businesses should be closely watching Senate Bill 26-134, the Swipe Fee Relief Act, as it awaits Governor Jared Polis’ decision before the June 11 deadline. The bill would prohibit…
Read MorePreparing for a Busy Summer Season
Preparing for a Busy Summer Season By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce June 8, 2026 Back to Blog In advance of Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial kick off of summer, the Durango Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Business Improvement District to help clean and prepare downtown and North Main. It felt…
Read MoreBe Part of the Voice of Southwest Colorado
Be Part of the Voice of Southwest Colorado By Kim Oyler, COO, Durango Chamber of Commerce May 18, 2026 Back to Blog Advocacy is about more than staying informed. It’s about building relationships and showing up when it matters. At the Durango Chamber, we work year-round to maintain strong, productive relationships with elected officials at…
Read MoreDifferent Missions, Same Leadership
Different Missions, Same Leadership By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce May 6, 2026 Back to Blog Leading a nonprofit and running a for-profit business are two different jobs; one is centered on mission, the other on margins. The context is different, but many principles remain aligned. The most effective leaders in both spaces operate…
Read MoreTurn Insight into Action
Turn Insight into Action By Kim Oyler, COO, Durango Chamber of Commerce April 20, 2026 Back to Blog Effective advocacy takes more than staying informed. It requires timely action. Policy decisions at the local, state, and federal levels move quickly, and the window to make your voice heard can be short. That’s why we’re launching…
Read MoreA Voice for Southwest Colorado at the Capitol
A Voice for Southwest Colorado at the Capitol By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce April 7, 2026 Back to Blog Last month, community leaders from across our region traveled to Denver for Southwest Colorado Days at the Capitol, an annual opportunity to connect directly with state leaders and advocate for the priorities that…
Read MoreWhy Business Advocacy Matters in Southwest Colorado
Why Business Advocacy Matters in Southwest Colorado By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce March 4, 2026 Back to Blog If the past few years have taught us anything, it’s that business owners must be resilient. We’ve navigated inflation, workforce shortages, supply chain disruptions, rising insurance costs, and shifting consumer behavior. Just as conditions begin…
Read MoreElevating Southwest Colorado’s Voice at the Capitol on March 5!
Elevating Southwest Colorado’s Voice at the Capitol on March 5! By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce February 10, 2026 Back to Blog New this year, the Durango Chamber is partnering with the Pagosa Springs Chamber and business leaders from across the region to attend the Southwest Colorado Day at the Capitol on March 5…
Read MoreThe Power of Community Collaboration
The Power of Community Collaboration By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce February 3, 2026 Back to Blog As we prepare for Southwest Colorado Rocks on February 19th, we celebrate far more than individual achievements. This night honors the spirit of partnership that powers La Plata County, from Durango to Bayfield to Ignacio. This event is all about…
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