B.O.L.D. 2026 is a five-year regional economic strength and resiliency initiative of the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce. B.O.L.D. 2026 includes four mutually supporting goals that tackle challenges impacting businesses and employees around talent development, housing, childcare capacity, and the business environment. Each quarter, the Chamber will provide this update on initiative outcomes for investors, members, and the community.
Q3 Initiative Accomplishments
Thank you to our 2026 Talent Network sponsor, Payroll Vault – Arvada – North Metro Denver! Sign up to join this network to receive updates and program invites at arvadachamber.org/Networks.
- In August, the Chamber released the Business Case for Engaging with Future Talent one-pager. The Business Case for Engaging with Future Talent explains why it’s critical for businesses to engage with future talent, what you’ll get when you do, and links a webpage listing current opportunities to get involved.
- In August the Chamber piloted a direct hiring pipeline between manufacturers and job ready talent. Through the Advanced Manufacturing Sector Partnership, co-facilitators connected 10 manufacturers with public partners serving job-ready candidates, including justice-involved individuals, K-12 and community college alumni, and young adults earning their GEDs. These connections help manufacturers fill immediate hiring needs
- In August the Chamber served as a guest panelist at the Colorado Talent Academy. The Chamber shared lessons from implementing Talent Pipeline Management (TPM) in Jefferson County on a panel for the Colorado Talent Academy’s second cohort. The Academy trains leaders statewide in TPM, an employer-led framework for defining workforce skill needs and aligning education systems to meet them.
Thank you to our 2026 Housing Network sponsor, Cardel Homes! Sign up to join this network to receive updates and program invites at arvadachamber.org/Networks.
- In July, over 90 people registered and received a recording about down payment assistant resources. The Chamber partnered with Elevation Community Land Trust and Brothers Redevelopment, Inc. to promote up to $50,000 in down payment assistance and homebuyer education resources to local businesses and their employees.
- In September, the Chamber board backed a housing project at the planning commission stage for the first time. The Chamber Board of Directors submitted a letter of support for The Promenade at Gold Strike Station, the first time the Chamber has weighed in on a housing project before it reaches City Council, reflecting the Chamber’s growing role in reviewing developments early for alignment with its housing goals.
Thank you to our Childcare Network sponsor, Jovie! Sign up to join this network to receive updates and program invites at arvadachamber.org/Networks.
- In August, the Chamber released a new resource that gives businesses a menu of childcare benefits they can consider offering their employees The Chamber created a childcare resource to help businesses attract and retain working parents. It outlines options ranging from low-lift solutions to larger investments.. It also covers tax credits that offset costs and connects businesses to advisory support
- In September, the Chamber highlighted 100+ childcare slots open in Arvada to employers and working parents. The Chamber created a directory of local childcare openings to help working parents find care and provide a resource employers could pass on to their parenting workforce. The list includes 11 Arvada-area providers with 100 openings for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years, plus day camp options for school-age children. It also identifies providers open to employer partnerships, such as reserved slots for employees, tuition discounts, employer-sponsored scholarships, and shared investment among employers.
- In September, the Chamber’s Childcare Pilot identified four paths to expand access in Arvada. The Chamber partnered with Executives Partnering to Invest in Children (EPIC), Colorado Gives Foundation, and local and regional partners on a year-long effort to identify opportunities to expand childcare access in Arvada and support parent workforce participation. The resulting pilot brief, Advancing Local Solutions: Arvada Childcare Pilot, identifies four opportunities that build on existing local partnerships and assets, along with potential sites and funding sources. This positions Arvada to advance one implementation-ready childcare project in the next phase.
Thank you to our Advocacy Network sponsor, Republic Services! Sign up to join this network to receive updates and program invites at arvadachamber.org/Networks.
- In September, the Chamber hosted a forum with all eight Arvada state legislative candidates. The Chamber hosted a forum featuring all eight candidates running to represent Arvada at the State Capitol, giving the business community a direct look at where candidates stand on the issues affecting local employers.
- In September, the Chamber hosted the the County and Federal Candidate Forum focused on employer issues. The Chamber hosted a forum featuring candidates for U.S. Senate, Congressional District 7, Jefferson County Commissioner District 3, Adams County Commissioner District 4, and six county offices, including Clerk and Recorder, Assessor, and Sheriff. Candidates answered questions drawn from the challenges Jefferson County employers face.
- This September, 84% of candidates participated in Chamber forums. Across the Chamber’s candidate forums, 84% of candidates for state and county offices participated, giving Arvada’s business community a comprehensive look at the candidates on their ballot.
- The Chamber built a ballot review process and briefing document to inform decisions around the election. Improved the ballot review process so the Advocacy KAPS Council hears directly from both support and opposition about measures on this year’s ballot. A new ballot briefing document gives members a clear, consistent summary of what’s on the ballot and the direct impact to businesses.
Thank you to our 2026 Entrepreneurship Network sponsor, Hoot App! Sign up to join this network to receive updates and program invites at arvadachamber.org/Networks.
- In July, the Latest Elevate bootcamp Series brought participants spanning 7 industries. The Business Resource Center’s Elevate Bootcamp brought together managers from industries including insurance, manufacturing, financial services, and nonprofits. Over six weekly sessions, participants built core management skills such as meeting facilitation, delegation, coaching, and conflict resolution, while connecting with peers across the business community.
- In August, the Chamber launched the Know Your Numbers series to help businesses track performances. The Chamber launched the Know Your Numbers series for business owners and leaders . In the series participants identify the key metrics for their business and build a simple weekly review system, including tracking tools, routines, and accountability habits their teams can sustain.
- In September, SizeUp Arvada, the Chambers free business analytics tool brought 136 unique visitors. SizeUp Arvada is a free business analytics tool that helps entrepreneurs and established business owners make data-driven decisions. Users can compare their performance to competitors, identify where to locate and advertise, and find new customers. The tool drew 136 unique visitors in Q3 of 2026.
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