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Chambers of Commerce across the country are increasingly playing a role in workforce development, adapting to address the needs of businesses and job seekers alike. At Vail Valley Partnership (VVP), we have long been engaged in workforce development and more recently recognized the pressing need for a structured workforce development initiative tailored to our local community.
That’s how Vail Valley Works was born. Vail Valley Works is a program designed to equip professionals at all stages of their careers with the skills, connections, and leadership capabilities necessary to thrive in Eagle County (CO). Eagle County, home to Vail and Beaver Creek ski resorts, presents a unique set of workforce challenges. Like many rural resort-based economies, we contend with high living costs, a seasonal labor force, and an ongoing demand for skilled professionals across various industries. Employers across sectors—hospitality, healthcare, construction, and more—struggle to attract and retain qualified workers.
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 At the Greater Arvada Chamber, we are committed to serving as a powerful voice in the region when it comes to policy and regulation impacting businesses. We also firmly believe that this work, from elected official engagement to policy testifying and education, should be accessible for everyone in our business community, not a select few decision-makers. That’s why we have recently reframed our policy efforts as an Advocacy Network.
The Chamber’s Advocacy Network currently counts over 130 business leaders who have signed up to engage in this critical function of our organization and community. Through strategic initiatives, impactful programs, and a commitment to education and advocacy, the network has made significant strides in shaping an informed, business-friendly legislative landscape.  W.A.C.E. introduced the Outstanding Program Awards as a way to “practice what we preach” and recognize the innovative and impactful programs created by chambers of commerce. These awards honor outstanding examples of chamber performance in our core competency areas, celebrating chambers that serve as catalysts for business growth, conveners of thought leaders, and champions for thriving communities.
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