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Centered Tips: Effective Communication at Work

June 24, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Mental health and wellness have never been more important for our workforce, our community, our loved ones, and ourselves. The Arvada Resiliency Taskforce is thrilled to partner with Jefferson Center for Mental Health and Mental Health Partners to offer mental health and wellness support to Arvada small businesses through a pilot program called Centered. The program offers wellness resources, […]

Filed Under: Arvada Resiliency Taskforce, Centered

Nominations Now Open for the 2023-2025 Arvada Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors Seats

June 22, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Are you interested in serving on the Arvada Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors? The Board currently has 5 open seats and 2 alternate seats available to be filled. Learn more below about the application process and what to expect. Please note that any interested candidate must have one year of membership complete as of […]

Filed Under: Chamber Update

AYP Peer Premier: Kori Power, New American Funding

June 7, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Organization name and job title New American Funding, Mortgage Loan Officer. I have been a Licensed Mortgage Loan Officer since February 2022 but have been in the business since February 2021. Where are you from originally? South Orange County, California What is your favorite thing about Arvada? I love being in a such a prime […]

Filed Under: AYP Spotlights

2022 Board Selection Committee

June 7, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking interested members in good standing to serve on the Board of Directors Nominating Committee. This committee is responsible for evaluating, interviewing, and recommending applicants for the Arvada Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Committee members will be asked to attend 2-3 meetings to support the evaluation process. […]

Filed Under: Chamber Update

Member Spotlight: Arvada Pharmacy and Medical Supply

June 5, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Since 2007, Arvada Pharmacy and Medical Supply has served the Arvada community at 10382 Ralston Rd. We talked to Arvada Pharmacy’s Ukrainian-born owner, Julia Ukhnovsky, about their unique services, how the war has directly impacted her international staff, and ways Arvada can offer support.

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Local Business Trends Snapshot | First Edition 2022

May 25, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

The Arvada Chamber and partners on the Arvada Resiliency Taskforce are committed to using data to support programs, resources, education, and policy shifts. The Local Business Trends Snapshot quarterly briefing will inform our strategies and support key leaders in making decisions that ensure our local economy thrives. Each quarter will feature local business survey results, […]

Filed Under: Arvada Resiliency Taskforce, Chamber Update

AYP In Your Shoes | Ivy Schomburg, Schomburg Insurance Agency

May 24, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

AYP In Your Shoes is your introduction to an Arvada Young Professionals peer at their place of business or favorite location in Arvada! This series is hosted by Colin Ferro, Director of Operations at Epic Experience. In this video, learn more about Ivy Schomburg, agent at Schomburg Insurance Agency.

Filed Under: AYP, AYP Spotlights

2022 Marketing Accelerator Program

May 20, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

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2022 Emerging Conversations Webinars: Arvada Chamber Hosts Legislative Session Recap

May 20, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

On May 20, 2022, the Arvada Chamber hosted the Legislative Session Recap as part of the Emerging Conversations Webinar series. The Arvada Chamber welcomed keynote speaker Jeff Weist, from the Jefferson County Business Lobby, who provided an overview of 2022 legislation impacting businesses.

A panel discussion followed, featuring Senator Rachel Zenzinger, Representative Brianna Titone, and Representative Lindsay Daughtery.
A panel discussion followed, featuring Sean Kaiser (Lodo’s Bar & Grill), Tyson Miller (CFO at Hill Petroleum), and Curtis Dubay (Economist at U.S. Chamber of Commerce). We want to thank Christine Jensen, Branch Manager at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, for moderating the event. We also thank Community First Foundation for sponsoring the Emerging Conversations Webinar series.

Filed Under: Events

Centered Tips: Building Better Boundaries

May 18, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Mental health and wellness have never been more important for our workforce, our community, our loved ones, and ourselves. The Arvada Resiliency Taskforce is thrilled to partner with Jefferson Center for Mental Health and Mental Health Partnersto offer mental health and wellness support to Arvada small businesses through a pilot program called Centered. The program offers wellness resources, employee and […]

Filed Under: Arvada Resiliency Taskforce, Centered

Arvada Chamber Honors Man and Woman of the Year, Pioneer Award, and More at 71st Annual Awards Luncheon

May 17, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

On May 11th, the Arvada Chamber hosted the 71st Annual Awards Luncheon, a long-standing tradition in Arvada recognizing outstanding community involvement, generosity and overall impact. This year’s luncheon was hosted at Arvada Center Event Spaces. Read about the award winners below and watch videos of the Pioneer Award and Man and Woman of the Year.

Filed Under: Events

2022 State of the City [Video]

May 13, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

On January 21, 2022, the Arvada Chamber hosted the “State of the Economy” at Social Capitol Events. The first of its 2022 Community Impact Forum Series, the forum was hosted by Patty Silverstein, president and chief economist of Development Research Partners, a Colorado-based real estate analysis and economic development research company.

Filed Under: Events

AYP In Your Shoes | Lindsey Honaman, Piper Electric Co.

May 9, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

AYP In Your Shoes is your introduction to an Arvada Young Professionals peer at their place of business or favorite location in Arvada! This series is hosted by Colin Ferro, Director of Operations at Epic Experience. In this video, learn more about Lindsey Honaman, Marketing Director at Piper Electric Co.!

Filed Under: AYP, AYP Spotlights

AYP Peer Premier: Sam Holan, RE/MAX Alliance

May 3, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Organization name and job title RE/MAX Alliance, Real Estate Broker Where are you from originally? Austin, TX What is your favorite thing about Arvada? Having a meal or grabbing a beer in Olde Town. What do you enjoy most about your work? The problem solving. Each interaction is different and at my office, we have […]

Filed Under: AYP Spotlights

Tickets now on Sale for Taste of Arvada 2022

May 2, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Arvada (May 2, 2022) –The Arvada Chamber of Commerce announced today that tickets are on sale now for Taste of Arvada which will take place Thursday, July 21, 2022 at the APEX Center located just west of Ward Road and 72nd Avenue. More than 50 Denver Metro and Arvada restaurants, craft breweries, distilleries, wineries, coffee-shops […]

Filed Under: Chamber Update, News Release

JCBL Legislative Update | 2022 Session Recap

May 1, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

The Jefferson County Business Lobby offers this brief summary of the Colorado results, focusing mostly on state-level races, and their implications for our clients.

Filed Under: Government Affairs

Centered Tips: Managing Stress

April 26, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Mental health and wellness have never been more important for our workforce, our community, our loved ones, and ourselves. The Arvada Resiliency Taskforce is thrilled to partner with Jefferson Center for Mental Health and Mental Health Partners to offer mental health and wellness support to Arvada small businesses through a pilot program called Centered. The program offers wellness resources, employee and […]

Filed Under: Arvada Resiliency Taskforce, Centered Tagged With: Article

9 Business Professionals Graduate from the Arvada Chamber’s 2022 Business Bootcamp

April 22, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

This month, 9 Arvada business and non-profit professionals graduated from the Arvada Chamber’s 2022 Business Bootcamp. Completed on a mix of virtual and in-person meetings across 12 weeks, this program is designed for small business owners and high-level executives looking to strengthen and grow their business, rise above the competition and create lasting change to benefit their business and employees.

Filed Under: Chamber Update

Arvada Chamber Announces Winners to be Recognized at 71st Annual Awards Luncheon

April 20, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

ARVADA, Co, April 20, 2022 – The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2021 Man and Woman of the Year, Pioneer Award, Image Award, Young Professional Leadership Award, and Rising Star Award winners. Recipients of these awards will be honored at the May 11, 2022 Arvada Chamber of Commerce 71st Annual Awards Luncheon from 11:30-1:00 pm at Arvada Center Event Spaces.

Filed Under: Chamber Update, Events, News Release

AYP Peer Premier: Brianne Sheridan, SFinvest

April 18, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Organization name and job title SFinvest: VP, Marketing / Property Manager Where are you from originally? Chico, California What is your favorite thing about Arvada? I think Olde Town is such a cool downtown area. I love meeting up with colleagues and friends down in Olde Town for happy hour, dinner, shopping, or just wandering! What […]

Filed Under: AYP Spotlights

Inspiring Women Member Spotlight: Arlene Delgado, Westerra CU

April 18, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Arlene Delgado, Branch Manager at Westerra CU Tell us more about you and/or your business: I started my career in the credit union world when I was 18 and I have loved every moment of it! I love the philosophy of people helping people and I am passionate about making a difference in the community. […]

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Inspiring Women Member Spotlight: Amber Stevens, Boundless Body and Wellness

April 18, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Amber Stevens, owner at Boundless Body and Wellness Tell us more about you and/or your business: Boundless Body and Wellness began in 2007 as a simple massage practice seeking to help others to heal. In the past 15 years, it has grown and expanded into a full wellness center, offering massage therapy, acupuncture, energy therapy, […]

Filed Under: Inspiring Women Member Spotlight

Member Spotlight: Arvada Automotive Center

April 17, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

For nearly 30 years, Arvada Automotive Center has served the Arvada community with a team of trained and experienced technicians. We talked to owner Ken Morfit about starting a customer-focused auto shop, changes in the automotive industry and the secret to keeping great customers and staff.

Filed Under: Member Spotlight

150+ Arvada Chamber Members Nominated for 2022 “Best of the Best”

April 13, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Colorado Community Media’s 2022 Best of the Best contest gives community members a chance to recognize their favorite businesses, non-profits and more in Arvada. We’re thrilled that over 150 Arvada Chamber members made the ballot this year! Congratulations to all those nominated below and best of luck on the contest! Contest voting will continue through […]

Filed Under: News Release

Samantha Geerdes Promoted to Arvada Chamber VP of Member Services & Events

April 12, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

The Arvada Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the promotion of Samantha Geerdes to VP of Member Services & Events. Samantha has been with the Arvada Chamber since 2016. As the Events & Leadership Director, Samantha proved to be a creative, dependable, and crucial part of the Arvada Chamber team. In this new role, […]

Filed Under: Chamber Update

Join an Info Session for the Hiring Accelerator Program!

April 12, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Skills-based talent practices can help fill job openings faster, hire better employees and improve employee retention. Join us to learn how skills-based practices and the accelerator program can help your business and our community. The Arvada Chamber was selected as one of three Denver-Metro sites to optimize our talent pool through this program! What is […]

Filed Under: Arvada Works

Boulder Shooting Victim’s Family Donates to Arvada-based Mental Health Nonprofit

April 5, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

Arvada, CO (March 25, 2022) – A year after the tragic shooting, the family and friends of a victim of the boulder shooting have chosen to support an Arvada mental health nonprofit. Connecting the victim’s love of animals with Animal Assisted Therapy Programs of Colorado (AATPC), the victim’s family and friends made a meaningful connection […]

Filed Under: Member Post

W.I.N. Podcast Episode 16: Building a Successful Referral Network

April 3, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

One of the most exciting things for small business owners in 2022 is returning to in-person networking and referral groups without restrictions. That also means it’s a great time to revisit best practices and strategies for building a successful referral network. In this episode, we explore the top things to know before a networking event, the questions to ask to form a referral partnership, and simple strategies to nurture those referral relationships.

Filed Under: Networking, What's Important Now Tagged With: Podcast

Talent Talk: Addressing Childcare | Webinar Recording

March 31, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

On Wednesday, March 30, the Arvada Chamber hosted “Addressing Childcare,” the first of its quarterly Talent Talk series. The Chamber partnered with Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC) to dig into data trends and pandemic impacts, learn more about statewide efforts to implement universal preschool, and identify ways for employers (big or small) to […]

Filed Under: Arvada Works

AYP In Your Shoes | Brenna Clendaniel, Thrive Workplace

March 28, 2022 by Ryan Hecht Leave a Comment

AYP In Your Shoes is your introduction to an Arvada Young Professionals peer at their place of business or favorite location in Arvada!

In this video, learn more about Ian Iringan, Outside Sales Representative at Arvada Rent-Alls!

Filed Under: AYP, AYP Spotlights

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