As your resource in Colorado Springs, the Chamber & EDC is here to help businesses settle into Colorado Springs or relocate to a bigger space when company size expands. From navigating incentives or property searches to networking, the Chamber & EDC leverages decades of economic development and business expertise to help you succeed. Simply put, […]
Cyberattack attempts were up by more than 50% per week in 2021, creating a cause for concern for many IT and tech firms. Recently, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a rare cyber “Shields Up” warning, noting that while there are currently no specific or credible cyber threats to the U.S. homeland, every […]
As part of our blog series, the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC is pleased to pair up with our new 2022 board chair, Andrea Barker, principal and business development of HB&A Architecture and Planning, to dive into some Q&A’s on her role with the company, her background, and the fascinating work HB&A does in and […]
What do sports, wellness, manufacturing, technology, and the armed forces have in common? They are all supported by the growing healthcare industry in Colorado Springs. Medtech companies like Siemens, Philips, and DePuy Synthes (a Johnson & Johnson company) are modernizing everything from patient intake to COVID-19 treatment. Pyxant Labs was founded in Colorado Springs, offering […]
It’s been one year since Southwest Airlines launched routes to the Colorado Springs Airport. Close to the Rockies, the Colorado Springs Airport is a short drive to scenic beauty, outdoor activities, local cuisine, art walks, a climbing gym, and so much more for travels to enjoy a weekend. Visitors: #FlyCOS and Enjoy Local Hotspots Stay the […]
While we celebrate Black History Month in February in the U.S., many parts of the country are ready for a more equitable economy year-round. Black-owned businesses surged to almost 1.5 million nationwide by summer 2021— a 38% increase over February 2020. Support for these businesses has also grown, with internet searches for “Black-owned business” increasing […]
The following is important for every employer, no matter size or industry, and also impacts nonprofits and local government entities. Colorado’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund – the pool of money the state uses to pay out unemployment benefits – was depleted in 2020. Colorado took out a federal loan to help cover unemployment costs. Key details: Colorado […]
Whether you call it The Great Resignation, The Big Quit, The Great Reset, or The Great Reimagination, the U.S. workforce is changing. A 2021 poll of 1,250 American workers found that about 23% of employees plan to look for new jobs in 2022. Now more than ever employers are recognizing the value their teams bring […]
If you thought 2021 was a big year for openings in Colorado Springs, just wait until you see what is coming in 2022. Hospitality, aerospace, sports medicine, and other industries are expanding in the Pikes Peak region — adding to last year’s successes and furthering growth through strategic planning. Here are just a few of […]
Beyond profitability, more than capitalism, local businesses in Colorado Springs are set apart by their values. Companies are raising the bar in terms of social responsibility and environmental sustainability, giving back from the many successes over the past year. By supporting them this holiday season, residents not only stimulate the local economy but help serve […]