Different Missions, Same Leadership
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 with similar mindsets. They build strong cultures, stay…
Read MoreTurn Insight into Action
By Kim Oyler, COO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 the Advocacy Action Network. It’s a simple…
Read MoreA Voice for Southwest Colorado at the Capitol
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 matter most to our communities. This year, 17 community leaders participated,…
Read MoreWhy Business Advocacy Matters in Southwest Colorado
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 to stabilize, new economic headwinds emerge. Business owners need the…
Read MoreElevating Southwest Colorado’s Voice at the Capitol on March 5!
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 in Denver. This effort brings our region together to ensure legislators understand…
Read MoreThe Power of Community Collaboration
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce 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 shared success. Every award, every story, and every…
Read MoreStart the Year Embodied
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce December 2, 2025 Back to Blog As we begin 2026, there’s one resolution that can elevate both your personal life, and your work life: become a more embodied leader. Embodied leadership shows up in how we listen, how we move through conflict, and how we hold space…
Read MoreSeason of Gratitude: Investing in What Makes Us Unique
By Jeff Dupont, CEO, Durango Chamber of Commerce December 2, 2025 Back to Blog As we transition from Fall to Winter, the holidays are upon us, it’s the perfect moment to reflect, not just on our own good fortune, but on our community systems that makes this a great place to work and live. Durango…
Read MoreFuture-Proofing Through Tech: Why We’re Investing Now
Technology upgrades can be time-consuming and expensive, but the cost of standing still while competitors move forward is far higher.
Read MoreWhy Shared Leadership Builds Strong Teams
Shared leadership isn’t about titles or hierarchy. It’s about tapping into the strengths around you and creating the kind of culture where leadership is a team sport. When leadership is shared, people don’t just wait to be told what to do; they step up, own their role, and make things happen.
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