"Education is the most powerful weapon you
can use to change the world."
Nelson Mandela
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NEWS, EVENTS, UPDATES
November 1, 2023
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November breakfast event explores
Colorado and the Space Industry
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Colorado's aerospace industry is thriving. The state's companies and universities are contributing to the industry's growth and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space exploration and technology. We have the country's second-largest aerospace industry behind California and the highest concentration of private aerospace employees in the nation. Colorado has about 290 aerospace companies and more than 500 companies that provide space-related products and services.
If you've been curious about this burgeoning industry and the growing local economy that supports it, then this Business Over Breakfast sponsored by Ent Credit Union will fascinate you. Two of the state's leading experts will be our guests, helping us better understand the Space sector's tremendous impact.
Dave Gruber and Stephen Gourley, both retired U.S. Air Force officers and leaders in the Aurora Chamber's Defense Council, have held top positions in both public and private sectors.
This BOB will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, starting at 8:30am at the Fiction Beer Company. Admission is free to members and $10 for non-member guests. While outer space is unlimited, space at this event is not! Please RSVP.
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2024 Chamber Board of
Directors slate announced
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The Nominating Committee has selected five candidates to assume director positions on the Chamber's Board commencing January 2024. When affirmed at the Annual Meeting, these directors will begin new 3-year terms commencing January 2024.
Josie O'Neill of Cruise Planners has been a member of the Chamber for about a decade and brings a wealth of experience from the hospitality industry. Tina Tomlan of Tomlan Home Team spent 20 years in the HR field for Fortune 100 companies prior to her current career in Real Estate. Jon Rowlett of Edward Jones has served as both an Ambassador and a member of the Government Affairs Committee. Pamela Warrior of Farmers Insurance recently revitalized the Chamber's 20 Mile Leads Group and has strong ties to service organizations. Erin Ward, CFO of AdventHealth-Parker, offers financial expertise and executive leadership with Parker's largest employer.
Congratulations to these leaders who have stepped up to serve our community!
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Don't miss out on the 2023
Economic Update Breakfast
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About 30 seats remain for our biggest event of the year, the 2023 Economic Update Breakfast, sponsored by CORE Electric Cooperative. It's the most significant networking event of the year for Parker's business community.
Keynote speakers Wendy Lea of Energize Colorado and J.J. Ament of the Denver Metro Chamber will give you valuable insights into the state and local economies as we head into 2024. Our speakers are sponsored by FirstBank and AdventHealth-Parker Hospital.
Tickets are $35 for members and $45 for guests, and they include a full buffet breakfast, sponsored by Confluence Companies. Reserved tables for 8 are still available. The EUB will take place at the PACE Center in Downtown Parker, starting at 8:30am on Friday, 11/17/23 – the Friday before Thanksgiving.
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October 2023 in Pictures! |
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What we learned from
our latest member survey
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In October’s Rocket Poll, we asked how you’re using Generative AI in your business. About 20% of respondents indicated they had no idea what GenAI is, or don’t use it at all. About 27% indicated they know about it, but don’t use it for business. 37% of members say they are using it a little and plan to look for ways to use it more. Only 5% said they are using it robustly. We will be looking at the topic for a future informational seminar.
Responding to another survey question, about 75% of respondents indicated that they hire for their business. Of those who do, very few are adapting to recruit and retain non-traditional members of the workforce. Fourteen respondents said they were making changes to draw in older workers and those under 18. However, only a handful were taking active steps to draw in “New Americans,” individuals with physical disabilities and neurodiverse needs, or previously incarcerated employees.
The idea of adapting businesses to hire and retain neurodiverse team members is very hot right now. Large companies, and tech firms in particular, are leading the way. On January 18 at 11:00am, the Parker and Castle Rock Chambers will host a virtual seminar called Understanding Neurodiversity for Your Business Advantage. DETAILS HERE
Our November Rocket Poll is now LIVE. Can you help us out with a minute of your time? CLICK HERE to take the quick member survey.
Respond to this month's Rocket Poll by 11/17/23 to be eligible to win a $25 gift card to Texas Roadhouse. Congrats to October's winner, Nelson Brugh of FASTSIGNS!
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Summer Davies will be 2024
Women's Experience "troop leader"
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The Women's Experience leadership program launches in January. In designing the program, the staff realized that it would be critical to have a talented facilitator to provide consistency between sessions.
Summer Davies of LeaderShop has been named the facilitator of the WE Class of 2024. In her professional work, she helps burgeoning leaders develop the mindset and tactical skills that help them lead with impact and confidence. She will help WE participants apply the lessons from guest speakers to real-life professional application.
Learn more about her work HERE!
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MEMBER PROFILE
Southeast Christian
Counseling Center
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Southeast Christian Counseling Center is honored to provide quality, accessible therapy in Parker and the Denver Metro region for people of all faiths. As a nonprofit organization, Southeast also provides financially assisted services every week to Colorado households living in the gap between the federal poverty standard and self-sufficiency. They have a diverse team comprised of highly trained and experienced mental health professionals who are caring, compassionate, and competent. Collectively their clinicians offer a range of psychotherapy and psychological services to address nearly all mental health needs.
The team at SCCC believes in valuing and investing in every unique individual who walks through their doors. They have a group of expert psychotherapists and licensed professionals who stand ready to listen without judgment or condemnation so that you may be empowered, experience hope, and step toward wholeness. Their team will treat your pain as a sacred trust, to be handled with the utmost confidentiality and care. We are grateful that this valuable community non-profit joined the Parker Chamber in 2023.
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19751 E. Mainstreet, #R-16
Parker, CO 80138
(303) 841-4268
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