B.O.L.D. 2026
Entrepreneurship
B.O.L.D. 2026 (BOLD – Big Opportunities for Leaders to Deliver) is a five-year regional economic strength and resiliency initiative of the Arvada Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber developed BOLD 2026 in consultation with private and public sector leaders and partners in Arvada, Jefferson / Adams Counties, Metro Denver and the state of Colorado.
Our Goal
Strengthen business environment to ensure economic opportunity for all.
Entrepreneurship Summary
We will “muscle up” our ability to provide direct one-on-one support to individual businesses throughout their respective life cycles, and broader collective support to all businesses based or operating in Arvada and Jefferson / Adams Counties. We want our regional businesses to stay, grow, and thrive.
Our Work
Catalyze a coordinated regional approach to improve our business environment through entrepreneurship
Provide increased direct support to businesses
- Business Resource Center
The Arvada Chamber’s Business Resource Center is your one-stop destination for all things business success! We can help you navigate the vast landscape of resources, programs, and opportunities available to support your entrepreneurial journey. We also offer one-on-one assistance and meeting rental space. - SizeUp Arvada
SizeUp Arvada is a free customized platform for small and midsize business owners and entrepreneurs that provides the market research and business intelligence needed for growth and success.
Entrepreneurship Updates
Greater Arvada Chamber Launches “Arvada Business Today” Podcast
The Greater Arvada Chamber is proud to announce the launch of Arvada Business Today, a new podcast delivering concise, practical insight from the leaders shaping Arvada’s economy, designed to fit the 21-minute average commute time of an Arvada professional.
5 Reasons Every Small Business Owner Should Be Using AI
Think of AI like hiring a cleaning crew: you still do some tasks, but it handles the heavy lifting so you can focus on what matters. The Greater Arvada Chamber recently released an "AI for Business" toolkit that is free to download here. The toolkit helps explain AI...
2026 Employment Law Overview: Takeaways and Video
On February 26, 2026, Charles T. Passaglia of Employment Law Solutions, Inc. presented the 2026 Employment Law Overview at the Greater Arvada Chamber. This session provided a practical overview of recent legal and policy developments affecting employers, with a focus...
B.O.L.D. 2026 Goals
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Grow Your Talent
Grow our talent to meet the needs of employers and job seekers.
2
Increase Stock of Workforce Housing
Increase the stock of workforce housing to ensure workers can attain housing within reasonable proximity to their jobs.
3
Increase Childcare Capacity
Increase Childcare Capacity to enable caregivers to join / rejoin the workforce and give children the quality early learning experience they need to thrive.
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Strengthen Business Environment: Advocacy
Ensure elected leaders effectively represent business interests in legislative and policy matters at the local, regional, state and national levels.
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Strengthen Business Environment: Entrepreneurship
Increase our ability to provide direct one-on-one support and broader collective resources to all businesses.
B.O.L.D. 2026 Accomplishments to Date