Member Benefits

Ribbon Cuttings

Introduce your business or celebrate your growth with a ribbon cutting. These “grand opening” style events offer exposure to boost your brand. Take photos, pitch the media or offer customer incentives to amplify your business. Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC staff and member ambassadors will be on hand to help commemorate the day.

To schedule your exclusive Chamber & EDC member ribbon cutting, complete the event forms and submit them to Stephany Garza, Member Engagement Manager.

• Requests must be received 14 days in advance.
• Ceremonies are held Monday through Thursday between 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. They may not conflict with scheduled Chamber & EDC events, and no more than two ribbon cuttings are scheduled per day.
• Ribbon Cutting Guidelines
• Ribbon Cutting Request Application

Ribbon Cuttings policy – Feb. 9, 2021

El Paso County is now in Yellow according to the Dial 2.0. The Chamber & EDC may resume ribbon cuttings on March 1, subject to change based on COVID-19 guidelines.

To schedule your exclusive Chamber & EDC member ribbon cutting, complete the event forms and submit them to Stephany Garza, Member Engagement Manager.

COVID-19 Protocol

We have made much progress in recent months, so let’s keep working together to recover. In accordance with public health guidelines, the following ribbon cutting guidelines are effective until further notice:

• Participants must maintain six feet of distance between each other, including during the cutting of the ribbon and any photos
• We prefer to hold ribbon cuttings outside
• Masks must be worn by all participants
• Ribbon cuttings will be closed events and not promoted in advance to limit crowd size
• No more than five Chamber & EDC ambassadors will be present

Thank you for cooperation and help in protecting our community’s health.

Sponsorships

Expand visibility for you and your business. Some of our community’s most well-known influencers increase outreach and brand recognition by sponsoring Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC signature events. Our reach is unmatched by any business organization in the region: 1,300-plus engaged members represent more than 84,000 business professionals.

• Demonstrate your support of our region’s economic vitality.
• Market your company to a diverse audience of business and community leaders.
• Share your brand through event marketing.

We work with you to select the the right event for your goals, then keep you informed of activities and your return on investment. To learn more, contact our marketing team today.

Networking

Meet your next business partner and peers. Check our events schedule frequently for your next opportunity.

Business After Hours: Connect with business professionals from around the region at a Business After Hours. Better yet, showcase your business as Business After Hours host at your location. Learn more and schedule your event.

Chamber Connect: Join us for lunch in an interactive setting that includes an educational speaker and space for networking.

Education: Stay ahead of trends and prepare for changes in technology, laws, or regulations that may impact your business.

Industry: Network within the region’s key industries: Aerospace and defense, information technology and cybersecurity, healthcare and med-tech, sports, and manufacturing.

Legislative: Contribute your input and ideas to Colorado Springs’ voice of business. At legislative events, discuss issues relevant to your business with policymakers and learn more about the regulations and law affecting our business climate.

Voice of Business Committees: Shape our business community by joining one of our three Voice of Business committees. These committees offer members a platform to address important issues and contribute thought leadership to our business ecosystem. Your participation will help us understand member needs, as we share your input with policymakers, government, and other stakeholders. Committees focus on three areas: 1) small business; 2) diversity in the workforce; and 3) franchise businesses.

Education

Expand your knowledge and achieve business goals by participating in our professional development programs co-presented with the University of Colorado Colorado Springs and the  Employers Council.

Business Briefings: UCCS professors and local business owners merge research-based business concepts with real-life experiences for our Business Briefings. Learn, exchange ideas and gain insight into high-level business trends while furthering your leadership and professional skills.

Employers Council Classes: The Employers Council provides the broadest array of professional services under one roof. During August, Chamber & EDC members receive exclusive access to Employers Council classes. Members at the Connection level or higher earn Employers Council member pricing on up to four additional classes throughout the year.

Spotlight Videos

Colorado Springs Chamber &EDC members at the Business Premier level members or higher receive spotlight videos as a benefit. Promote your work and be a part of the Colorado Springs business story. Video are professionally produced, then shared across our communication channels, including newsletters and social media. You may also use the video as you wish. To learn more, contact Member Engagement Manager Stephany Garza.