by Fort Collins Chamber | Aug 9, 2011 | Business & Economy, Business-Friendly Environment, Economy, Talent
Is our nation coming apart at the seams? It would seem so from all of the rancorous rhetoric spewing forth from politicians and the media. Health care reform, bailouts, financial stimulus packages that may or may not have stimulated, proposals to increase taxes,...
by Fort Collins Chamber | Aug 2, 2011 | Economy, Elections
The local political scene will be interesting this fall with a proposed marijuana business ban and jail funding on the ballot. The County Commission appears to be ready to ask voters to repeal two existing 0.2 percent sales taxes (0.4 percent total) that are due to...
by Fort Collins Chamber | Jul 26, 2011 | Business & Economy, Business-Friendly Environment
A Harris Interactive survey done on behalf of the U.S. Chamber reveals that most small business owners are optimistic about their own companies but 84% say the U.S. economy is on the wrong track. You can find an overview of the findings here. The top five challenges...
by Fort Collins Chamber | Jul 18, 2011 | Business & Economy, Business-Friendly Environment, Economy, Talent
Employers are slow to fill positions, according to a report at Bloomberg.com. In fact, compared to previous recessions, openings are being filled at half the rate. The report cites several factors including skill mismatches, selectiveness and risk aversion by...
by Fort Collins Chamber | Jul 6, 2011 | Business & Economy, Business-Friendly Environment, Economy, Talent
The path to economic recovery for states and the nation can be accomplished through four strategies according to a study released on June 20 by The Praxis Group commissioned by the National Chamber Foundation. They include: redesigning government, curbing spending,...
