Colorado Springs and El Paso County received significant new investments in the future of America’s space operations and national security today as Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink and Congressman Jeff Crank announced major new Space Force initiatives for the region. “Over half of all Space Force Guardians live in the Pikes Peak Region,” […]

(Colorado Springs, CO) – The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce its selection as a recipient of $20,000 in grant funding through the Child Care Access Alliance, a statewide partnership launched by the Colorado Chamber Foundation, Gary Community Ventures and Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC). As one of seven […]

The $65 Million Public-Private Project Will Give Future Recruits and the Public an Up-Close Look at the Cadet Journey at One of America’s Military Landmarks COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO. (May 14, 2026) — The U.S. Air Force Academy and Colorado Springs, today announced the first major facility dedicated to telling the combined story of the U.S. […]

New member program delivers enterprise grade RingCentral RingEX™ at rates well below market — and creates a new non-membership revenue stream for the Chamber & EDC. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (Chamber & EDC) and Telexicom today announced a new affinity program giving Chamber & EDC members exclusive access […]

(Colorado Springs, CO) – The numbers are in from Spring 2026 CityServe Day, and the impact was felt across the Pikes Peak region. A total of 1,906 volunteers came together across the Pikes Peak region on May 1 and 2 for Spring 2026 CityServe Day, completing 107 service projects in support of local schools, nonprofits, […]

(Colorado Springs, CO) – Six local small businesses and entrepreneurs were recognized in front of their peers on Monday night at the Small Business BASH and Awards Celebration held at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The event served as an opportunity to bring the business community together for an evening of celebration, connection and recognition. It […]

Rural Students Connect with Industry Leaders Through Innovate Pikes Peak Career Exploration Event Colorado Springs, CO – More than 100 students from school districts across El Paso County stepped outside the classroom and into real-world career environments this week through Innovate Pikes Peak Industry Career Exploration Tours & Panels held on Tuesday and Wednesday. Students […]

Colorado Springs, CO — The Pikes Peak Small Business Week team is proud to announce the finalists for the 2026 Small Business Awards, recognizing outstanding entrepreneurs, business leaders, and champions who are helping drive the Pikes Peak region forward. This year’s Small Business BASH and Awards Celebration will take place on Monday, May 4, 2026, at […]

COLORADO SPRINGS – Today, at the Space Symposium, Governor Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced that aerospace company SelectTech Services Corporation has chosen El Paso County for expansion. A small business headquartered in Ohio, SelectTech’s expansion in Colorado will support the growth […]

“The Davos of Space” to Draw Record Attendance Amid Heightened National Defense Activity and Growing International Aerospace Ambitions. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (April 2, 2026) – Colorado Springs, the Rocky Mountain home of America’s aerospace and defense industries, will host the 41st Space Symposium and its 12,000 expected attendees from April 13-16. Organized by Space Foundation, […]