As business owners, leaders, and managers, we have seen (or will see) lots of disruptions in our industries. Most of those disruptions result from something happening in our specific industry or from a decision that we made for our business. None of us have had the devastating experience of a pandemic that brought a standstill […]
It’s no secret that Colorado Springs boasts a business-friendly environment primed for innovation. The area is home to companies operating in the biotechnology, medical and diagnostic device fields, as well as several healthcare providers and forward-looking research institutions, many of which are pitching in to fight the effects of COVID-19. These efforts emphasize the region’s […]
In response to concerns you raised with us, we convened a group of stakeholders to clarify that retail businesses may fulfill customer orders made online or by phone through curbside pickup or delivery. Thanks to El Paso County Public Health, the Downtown Partnership, and city and county staff, who partnered with us to swiftly ensure […]
While the past month has been a whirlwind, we know many residents are searching for jobs in Colorado Springs in response to the closures that have hit across the country. The region is experiencing a hard time, and our city is doing everything we can to lift up everyone’s spirits and offer assistance during this […]
The good news keeps us going and will continue to hold us up through these unprecedented times. Communities that are helping the elderly by delivering groceries, making face masks for the medical industry or singing some friendly tunes on your front porch to spread some joy, the good news surrounds us despite the negatives. Here […]
The global pandemic is pushing all of us to adapt and pivot our business practices and lifestyles quickly, and networking is certainly one of them. Virtual happy hours and video chats are our new, temporary normal. If you’re like us and accustomed to in-person networking, fear not. We’ve put together a few quick tips to […]
Our business community is facing unprecedented challenges in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. While you work to pivot your operations to comply with social distancing, changes to your customer base, and interruptions in supply chains, we’re advocating for the resources you need from government partners. In the near term, our immediate focus is financial […]
The topic of social distancing is popping up throughout our browser feeds and continues to be a topic of conversation as our country adapts to this temporary lifestyle. Here in Colorado Springs, we know how important it is to stay healthy, active, and mentally stimulated as our changing lifestyle at the base of the Rockies […]
We’re here to advocate for the resources and aid businesses need from the government. Right now, we are focused on mobilizing financial resources and securing swift regulatory relief. We are in frequent contact with local, state, and federal officials on your behalf, relaying the feedback we’ve received from our members. Today, we participated in a […]