With hundreds of cities vying to become the next Silicon Valley, unexpected hotspots like Colorado Springs are making waves in our nation’s tech and startup ecosystem. Colorado Springs is home to a variety of tech companies, but they all have one thing in common: game-changing ideas. Let’s take a closer look at the five tech […]

By Rachel Beck Vice president, government affairs Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC This fall’s ballot is a long one, full of proposals on a number of critical state and local issues, as well as a host of candidates for federal, state and local offices, including, after nearly a decade with John Hickenlooper in the state’s […]

As Colorado Springs’ downtown continues to transform, several exciting new initiatives will soon turn the budding millennial hub into a “smart city.” These changes will take place thanks to the development of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum and a new city partnership with Panasonic called SmartCOS. The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is slated […]

From corporate concerns to global threats, the cybersecurity industry is becoming a top priority in our digitally-connected world. Colorado Springs is rapidly becoming a national leader in cybersecurity commerce, employment and innovation, with its optimal combination of tech companies, higher education institutions and national defense operations. In total, Colorado Springs’ cybersecurity ecosystem generates nearly $1 […]

Fort Carson will see an increase of approximately 200 soldiers following an announcement that the installation’s 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team will convert to a Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) and remain at Fort Carson. “For decades, Fort Carson and its service men and women have supported our country and our community. This brigade conversion […]

By Yemi Mobolade Vice president, business retention and expansion Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC Starting a small business is both exciting and challenging, but there are also unique nuances, such as local government regulatory guidelines and expectations, that require specific resources and approaches. To help clear business entry pathways in Colorado Springs, City Agencies for […]

  By Tammy Fields Chief Economic Development Officer Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC   Well past the mid-way point and with the end of the year in our sights, work continues at the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC as we capitalize on a strong economy, growing workforce, and national recognition for Colorado Springs. Jobs and […]

The United States Air Force Academy’s  (USAFA) “Long Blue Line” is a phrase many of us do not recognize, but to an elite few, it speaks of the time-honored tradition and distinguished service inside one of America’s prestigious academic and military institutions. Joining the ranks of the “Long Blue Line” – a reference to thousands […]

As the Colorado Springs entrepreneurial ecosystem continues to grow, successful companies are paving the way for the next generation of startups in the Pikes Peak region. One such success story is Altia, a graphical user interface technology (GUI) company that is working to improve display screens in cars and other products that utilize IoT. Founded […]

As technology develops at a faster pace than ever before, industries are working overtime to keep up with current trends and best practices. To adapt to these changes, one Colorado Springs entity is working hard to stay ahead of the pack: The U.S. Air Force Academy. Through the joint efforts of cadets, professors and commercial […]