After we gather your feedback, we’ll hold two structured work sessions to dig deeper into your ideas…
Category: Business
Today is the Last Day to Participate in Chamber Business Survey
As we transition into a new executive director at the end of the year, it is important for this person to know what areas they should be focusing on…
STRONG TOWNS: Economies of Scale Won’t Solve the Housing Crisis
The innovation we need is a bottom-up revolution — one where local governments take the lead in deregulating and financing the construction of entry-level housing…
Experts Expect EV Industry to Survive Federal Funding Cuts
“These new battery chemistries really offered the ability to package the vehicle to deliver what the consumer wanted…”
Regional Partners Awarded $1.7 Million to Create Affordable Homeownership
The Pagosa Springs Community Development Corporation’s (PSCDC’s) Chris Mountain II Phase 2 project was awarded $675,000…
Region 9 Economic Development District included in Semiconductor Industry Grants
“By supporting its expansion in more parts of the state, we can help more Colorado communities leverage this opportunity and grow the state’s semiconductor industry…”
Building Business Excellence Forum Coming to Pagosa Next Month
This business forum will be a mix of inspiring speakers, business professionals conducting informative breakout sessions, and a networking reception to round out the day…
Natural Grocers Brings Back ‘Beat the Time Change Blues’ Event, March 8-11
Soften the blow of losing an hour with Daylight Saving busters, freebies, sweepstakes, and resources to ease the transition…
USDA Rolls Out $1 Billion Plan to Combat Bird Flu As Egg Prices Rise
Bird flu has disrupted the work of poultry farmers for years and began infecting dairy herds last year…
CHAMBER NEWS: Business Survey Will Help to Direct Offerings
This short survey will help direct some of the programs, offerings, educational training and services the Chamber offers…
Downtown Pagosa Businesses Can Access ‘Small Biz Digital Trainers’
“I walked away with more ideas and resources in one hour than I have from six-week paid marketing courses….”
LPEA Sponsors Delegates for National Youth Tour in Washington, D.C.
During this immersive week, students will visit key historical sites and engage with elected officials. They will also learn about civic involvement and the electric utility industry…
Proposed Colorado Bill Would Cut Restaurant Worker Wages
Members of the House Business Affairs and Labor Committee voted 11-2 in favor of House Bill 25-1208 on Thursday night…
Training, Hiring Events in March, April
If you have thought of obtaining a new skill in some of the up-and-coming industries, there is no better time…
Private Equity Firms Moving into the Child Care Business? Part Two
“I’ve come to the conclusion that private equity is just really bad for kids… It’s bad for families…”
Private Equity Firms Moving into the Childcare Business? Part One
Gerry Pastor, co-CEO of The Nest, said in an email that private equity investment helped sustain and grow The Nest Schools…
BIG PIVOTS: Rural Electric Associations Holding Their Breath
Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association alone has been promised $670 million in low-interest loans and other financial assistance…
Join LPEA for ‘Coffee with Chris’ Events
These informal gatherings are an opportunity to engage with CEO Chris Hansen, ask questions, and learn more about the cooperative’s 2025 operational plan
Colorado Announces ‘Innovative Housing’ Grant Recipients
VeroTouch Construction is a 3D-printed housing manufacturer that uses robots to print single- and multi-family concrete homes on-site…