By: Nicole Jomantas (Colorado Springs, CO) – The Milken Institute has ranked Colorado Springs as the No. 5 Best-Performing City in the U.S. in its 2025 rankings, marking an impressive 10-spot leap from its previous ranking of No. 15 in 2024. Announced today by the Milken Institute, this recognition highlights Colorado Springs’ balanced economic growth, […]

Today, Governor Polis and the Global Business Development Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) announced that Desert Harvest, a leading provider of women’s health products and supplements, has selected Colorado Springs, Colorado, for expansion. “Our state is the best place to live, work and do business, and we are […]

Registration is now open for the 2025 State of the Region presented by Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care on Thursday, Feb. 6. Hosted by the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC and El Paso County, this important event will provide a comprehensive update on the current climate of our region Carrie Geitner, Chair of the El Paso […]

Colorado Springs, Colo. – The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce that Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer has rescinded her resignation and asked to remain in her role as president & CEO. This decision comes after careful consideration of balancing personal and professional circumstances, reflecting Reeder Kleymeyer’s dedication to the Chamber & […]

The Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC is pleased to announce that Governor Jared Polis will serve as the keynote speaker for the Annual Business Snapshot Presented by Underline on Jan. 24. Governor Polis is an entrepreneur, education leader, and public servant. After launching several successful companies, Polis committed himself to making sure other Coloradans had the opportunity to […]

With Colorado’s General Assembly beginning on Jan. 8, the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC is pleased to release the 2025 Legislative Agenda, outlining key policy priorities designed to strengthen the local economy, support business growth, and enhance workforce development. The 2025 agenda emphasizes advocacy for pro-business legislation, streamlined regulatory processes, and investments in infrastructure to […]

(COLORADO SPRINGS, CO) – The Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC is excited to bring members affordable and innovative healthcare options through Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care. With memberships starting at $64 per month after the Chamber discount, Pinnacle can help your business save while covering 90% of an employee’s everyday health and wellness needs – from office […]

The Colorado Secure Savings Program (Senate Bill 20-2000) mandates businesses with five or more employees to offer a qualified retirement plan. To help our members comply with this law and offer competitive benefits, the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC has partnered with Transamerica to offer a Multiple Employer Aggregation Program (MEAP) to all members at […]

By Nicole Jomantas The Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC is pleased to announce that Jeff Thormodsgaard will join the staff as the Vice President of Government Affairs, beginning Dec. 2. Thormodsgaard brings more than 15 years of experience in public policy, government relations, and strategic advocacy, making him a dynamic addition to the organization. Throughout […]

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – It is with deep gratitude and profound sadness that we announce Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer will be stepping down from her position as President and CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2025.    Reeder Kleymeyer announced her decision to step down due to personal reasons, sharing that her mother’s ongoing health challenges in her home […]