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For over 250 years, chambers of commerce have been the voice of the business community. During times of crises, businesses flock to their local chamber of commerce because they know the chamber has the information and resources they need to be successful. The chamber has a seat at the table with the elected officials: locally, regionally and nationally, representing and advocating for the business community. From legislative advocacy to professional development and strategic partnerships, your chamber of commerce has resources you need to be successful. To find your local chamber of commerce, go to www.associationofcolorado chambers.org today. The Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce is the resource for your local chamber. ACCC elevates Colorado chambers of commerce and their leaders. Dot Miller, CAE Executive Director, Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce Resilience is the ability to recover quickly from difficulties. 2020 was the ultimate test of resilience for businesses, communities, and individuals. Chambers of commerce across Colorado served as leaders in supporting the shifts that were critical to sustaining long-term success for business. This is not a role that is taken lightly by chamber leaders. We recognize that it is incumbent on us to communicate, advocate and innovate. One business voice makes a splash, but thousands of voices make waves. This is the power of a chamber. When we work together with our businesses, we can create the change that is needed to keep a thriving economy. It has been an honor to serve as the chair of ACCC over the past year. I am grateful for the collaboration, support and most importantly friendship that has come as we faced these uncharted waters. This year has forced change, but I believe that much of that change will allow chambers and the businesses we serve to be more resilient, thoughtful and impactful. Opportunity awaits! Kami Welch President, Arvada Chamber of Commerce ACCC Board Chair Welcome to the first edition of the Association of Colorado Chambers of Commerce (ACCC) publication! I first joined ACCC a month into my new role as the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce executive director. Fast forward eight years and I am your ACCC board chairelect. This organization has helped me expand my career and provided me with resources, mentors and friendships to last a lifetime! Did you know that chambers of commerce throughout Colorado represent over 50,000 businesses and over 1 million employees? We are catalysts, conveners and champions! We are chamber strong! My word for 2021 is perseverance. The phrase, ‘“his is a marathon, not a race” really resonates with me as it relates to my chamber career. I am a distance runner, qualified and ran the Boston Marathon in 2013. So much training and buy-in is necessary to complete this prestigious 26.1-mile race. It takes commitment from not only the runner, but also from friends and family. The same goes for chambers! We have put in the miles to get us where we are today, and beyond! We have the tools and networks, support staff, board of directors and membership to reach the finish line to accomplish our goals. There is no question that we have been through a lot this past year, but we are chamber strong! We have prepared for this! We will persevere! Andrea Stewart Executive Director, Carbondale Chamber of Commerce ACCC Board Chair-Elect
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