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• Report predicts positive impact from Southern Delivery System

  March 22, 2011 6:26 PM

  A report on construction of the Southern Delivery System says the pipeline will contribute to the creation of thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in earnings for the population. Those are among the findings of a new independent economic development report commissioned by the Center for Regional Advancement, an... more »

• Chamber endorses Bach for mayor

  March 7, 2011 5:09 PM

  The Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Steve Bach for mayor. William Hodgkins, Chair of the Board, stated, "We were very impressed with Steve's executive presence and his ability to go on the offense to promote the image of our city. He will be an enthusiastic marketer of... more »

• Chamber plans trip to Capitol

  February 25, 2011 7:00 PM

  The Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce will take a trip to Denver next week in hopes of influencing legislators. The group hopes to "focus the attention of the state government on Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region." The group will leave the Sears Parking lot at the Chapel... more »

• Job fair for military happens tomorrow

  February 22, 2011 7:02 PM

  The Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 2011 Military Family Career Fair tomorrow. This is a job fair for active duty, Reserve, Guard and Veterans, plus retired military. Those working to find jobs should bring 20 copies of their resume and business cards. Business dress is suggested.... more »

• Latino Chamber plans fundraiser

  February 21, 2011 2:02 PM

  The Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce will present a dinner and dance as a fundraiser, featuring actress and comedian Debi Gutierrez. This is the Latino Chamber of Commerce's 32nd Annual Dinner Dance. It will be held Saturday, February 26, at the Pueblo Convention Center located at 320 Central Main... more »

• Using 'the cloud' to save money

  January 20, 2011 10:44 AM

  "The cloud" is a business buzz-prase that we hear frequently, but what does it really mean? If you're a business owner it could mean big savings on technology purchases. The Greater Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce will explain how you can benefit from the cloud at a tech... more »

• Mountain Top Mentality luncheon this week

  January 17, 2011 10:38 AM

  Excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s final messages are woven into Byron Embry' presentation 'Mountain Top Mentality' which aims to inspire you to develop the mind set to overcome dangerous terrain in your quest for leadership. Embry's presentation will be Wednesday at the Colorado Springs Chamber Rising Professionals... more »

• Do business with China

  January 5, 2011 4:05 PM

  Businesses wishing to do business with China are invited to a workshop tomorrow in Colorado Springs. China is a growing force in the international economy and has a growing demand for foreign imports. The workshop is offered by the International Development Office of the Chamber of Commerce. ... more »

• Governor-elect to speak at Chamber Dinner

  November 8, 2010 7:15 PM

  Colorado Governor-elect John Hickenlooper will speak at the annual Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce Dinner next week. The dinner happens on November 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. at The Broadmoor. Hickenlooper will give the keynote address. Also featured will be nine community leaders who will share their... more »

• Chamber endorses Hickenlooper for governor

  October 14, 2010 1:27 PM

  The Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce has endorsed John Hickenlooper for governor. The Chamber has 1,600 members and is established as a pro-business organization. The Chamber also backed Issue 300, which would establish what is known as a "strong mayor" chief executive branch for Colorado Springs' city government. ... more »

• Mayor releases State of the City

  June 30, 2010 2:46 PM

  Mayor Lionel Rivera gave his annual State of the City address Wednesday afternoon at a Chamber of Commerce meeting. Rivera noted the tough year that was 2009, saying the city eliminated 266 jobs. He said the city had to cut services, but also developed partnerships with community organizations to... more »

• Cindy Fowler honored with Athena Award

  April 29, 2010 5:23 PM

  The Colorado Springs Chamber Of Commerce announced the winner of the Athena Award Thursday afternoon at a luncheon held in conjunction with their Women in Business conference at the Broadmoor. The Award was presented to Cindy Fowler of Colorado Springs. "Cindy encompasses all that the Athena Award represents," says... more »

• Gases force crews to abandon W.Va. mine rescue

  April 8, 2010 11:26 AM

  Rescue crews who'd been hoping to find four missing miners in a West Virginia coal mine have had to turn back. Officials say they ran into an explosive mix of gases in the area they needed to search. They're holding out slim hope that four miners were able... more »

• Springs, Pueblo partner to improve economy

  March 2, 2010 2:31 PM

  Economic leaders in Pueblo and Colorado Springs say they're willing to work together to bring more jobs and economic growth to Colorado. The Greater Colorado Springs Economic Development Corporation, the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce, and the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation are now part of a group of business partners... more »