Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce

Calling all Veteran-owned businesses! Join us on Friday, July 26th at the Western Region One Source for a resourceful, no-cost program of panels and workshops covering these in-demand business topics and resources: - Business and Financial Planning - Access to Capital - Contracting Opportunities in Colorado - Branding Your Business - Navigating the Veteran Small Business Community and more! Register now at: https://lnkd.in/gdxv4D4a This workshop is brought to you by a partnership between the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, Colorado Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce and American Legion Post 2006

Expand your regional network at the one and only Grand Valley BizMIX - next Tuesday! Join us at Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom in Clifton to "tap" into new connections and opportunities with businesses and professionals from across the Valley. See you there! Members of all partner organizations are welcome to attend. GJACC members can register for you and your guests at gjchamber.org/events! Brought to you by a partnership between the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, Palisade Chamber Of Commerce, Western Colorado Latino Chamber of Commerce, Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals Network of Mesa County

🎉 We're thrilled to welcome Kayla Stack as our new Programs & Communications Manager at the Grand Junction Area Chamber! 🌟 Kayla's infectious energy and dedication to community service are matched only by her meticulous attention to detail and innovative spirit. Her vision for creating engaging opportunities will undoubtedly enrich our business community and strengthen our Chamber's impact. Join us in extending a warm welcome to Kayla as she embarks on this exciting journey with us! 🚀 #NewHire #GrandJunctionChamber

Recently, our President & CEO shared how the Chamber is many things to many people, businesses, and stakeholders. But to all, we are an unwavering representative at the table of economic vitality. As Teddy Roosevelt famously said, we are “in the arena” at all times, leading our business community with dedication and passion. Our commitment to advocacy is driven by our belief in the potential of our community and the businesses that call it home. We understand that a thriving business environment is the foundation of a strong and vibrant community, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every business has the opportunity to succeed. Read the full message here. https://lnkd.in/g-Yve-BC

We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Alessandra Muse to the role of Director of Workforce Development at the Grand Junction Area Chamber! Since joining our team last Fall, Alessandra has demonstrated remarkable dedication and a passion for empowering our local workforce. Her leadership promises to elevate initiatives like West Slope Works and other vital programs aimed at strengthening our community's economic foundation. Join us in congratulating Alessandra on this well-deserved achievement! Together, we look forward to the innovative solutions and positive impacts she will bring to our area employers and workforce ecosystem. #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunityImpact #GrandJunctionChamber

We are so excited to announce the summer BizMIX at Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom in Clifton! Tuesday, July 16th at 5:30 pm Happening only three times a year, BizMIX offers a unique space to "tap" into new connections and strengthen your regional network. With ample connection opportunities, giveaways, and Smokin' Oak's excellent wood-fired pizza and self-pour taproom wall of craft brews and cocktails, this is the ideal summer pizza party you won't want to miss. Members of all partner organizations are welcome to attend. To register, contact your representative as any of these organizations and get a "slice" of networking! Brought to you by a partnership between the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, Palisade Chamber Of Commerce, Western Colorado Latino Chamber of Commerce, Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals Network of Mesa County Smokin' Oak Wood-Fired Pizza

Monday's Quarterly Membership Luncheon featured a resource-packed program for attendees, including recognition of recent business expansions and investments in Mesa County by Grand Junction Chamber member businesses, explorative conversations with area partners and service providers, and insightful group discussions with the audience. Acknowledging access to capital and talent are top of mind issues for businesses today, the luncheon focused around conversations with the Grand Junction Business Incubator Center and Mesa County Workforce Center, promoting awareness of these local resources and encouraging collaborative experience sharing amongst businesses in attendance. This quarter, we are very proud to recognize over $4.5 million in capital investments and 7 new jobs created! This year, we have now recognized over $89.6 million in capital investments and 90 new jobs created in Mesa County to date! Congratulations to these businesses for their recent expansions! Pella Window and Doors of Grand Junction | Pella Corporation Penske Truck Leasing Thank you to our luncheon sponsors! Presented by Eide Bailly LLP and ImageNet Consulting, LLC Sponsored in part by KREX-TV | KREY-TV | KFQX-TV | KGJT-TV     Featured Sponsors: ASPHALT SPECIALISTS & SUPPLY, INC., Capital Business Systems, Inc., CWOA, INC., Shelter Insurance - kerry phillips, and NIGHTINGALES HOME CARE

Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce's President & CEO Candace Carnahan sat down with Christi Reece, The Christi Reece Group, in this month's episode of their Full Circle podcast to chat about her career, priorities for the Grand Junction Chamber, and continuing to stay nimble to serve our business community. Head over to https://lnkd.in/gXyGFKVB to watch!

Hey Mesa County business community! At the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, we prioritize pro-business policies that keep our local economy competitive. As advocates for a thriving business community, we urge you not to overlook the upcoming June 25th primary election. Your vote is crucial in shaping our economic future. Let’s make our voices heard at the ballot box! 📥💼 #vote #probusinesspolicy #WestSlopeBestSlope

CONGRATULATIONS to the 2024 Mesa County Leadership Program graduates! This year, our class spent time diving into what keeps our community thriving, gaining insights on not only how to become strong leaders in their businesses and organizations, but in their communities. These graduates have shown their dedication and passion to becoming champions of leadership in the Grand Valley. Thank you to the alumni, family and local leaders who came to the graduation last week to celebrate these leaders for all of their hard work! We will continue to level up leadership in Mesa County with this program for years to come. Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates: Brandon Beason, Climb Credit Union Shelly Colunga, Bank of Colorado Colin Cummings, U.S. Bank Allison Ellington, Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce Sarah Glidden, Young Professionals Network of Mesa County Aaron Handke, Shaw Construction LLC Shiara Hickey Caubarreaux, Mind Springs Foundation, Mind Springs Health & West Springs Hospital Tony Ibarra, Ute Water Conservancy District Terri Jones, HopeWest Cody Kennedy, City of Grand Junction Jon-Paul Kennel, Winsupply of Grand Junction Alissa Lawson, Bank of the San Juans Mariah Magill, BG+co Lucas Marone, FCI Constructors, Inc. Kylie Millican, Community Hospital, Grand Junction, Colorado Rachel Peterson, Mesa County, CO Sue Ellen Rodwick, Food Bank of the Rockies Justin Sanislo, Republic Services Ami Schiffbauer, Mesa County Libraries Hannah Shilling-Thomas, Ariel Clinical Services Chris Smith, Moody Insurance Agency Ben Snyder, Grand Junction Sports Commission Angela Stack, ANB Bank Rose Stauffer, Rocky Mountain Health Plans TJ VanRoosendaal, Hilltop Community Resources Irene Vigil, Grand Junction Media Sara Woods, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) John Zeller, Alpine Bank The 2023-2024 Mesa County Leadership Program is presented by Climb Credit Union Sponsored in part by: Munro Supply and The Trophy Case