Posts Tagged ‘economic development’
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Colorado’s Business Climate
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Colorado’s Business Climate By Kim Oyler, COO, Durango Chamber of Commerce August 14, 2026 Back to Blog Colorado’s business climate in 2026 is a tale of three realities. The Good: Colorado’s greatest asset is its people. An innovative workforce and entrepreneurial culture continue to fuel opportunity throughout…
Read MoreThe 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 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 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…
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