The Chamber had the great opportunity to celebrate business this past week. We are fortunate to be part of a region where so many exciting things are happening. Take a look at some of these great moments:
🏆 Better Business Bureau Torch Awards
The Chamber was proud to serve as a community sponsor of the Northern Colorado and Wyoming Better Business Bureau Torch Awards. We strongly believe in the mission of this event and the BBB. This annual event recognizes businesses and leaders who demonstrate strong character, cultivate a culture of integrity, and uphold ethical practices that build trust with customers and the communities they serve.
Learn more about the awards here.
Congratulations to:
Spark Award:
Bee Organized
Business Awards:
Fort Collins Heating & Air Conditioning / Origin Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, Electrical
Keep Smart Books
My Family Roofer
Sprout & Scale Marketing
Nonprofit Awards:
House of Neighborly Service
Pathways Hospice & Palliative Care
🏥 UCHealth Pavilion at Medical Center of the Rockies
We also had the opportunity to join UCHealth for the grand opening of the new Pavilion at Medical Center of the Rockies.
This five-story tower will increase hospital capacity from 191 beds to 287 and includes a new trauma surgical unit, surgical intensive care unit, outpatient radiology center, and progressive care units.
Beyond expanded care, the project also brings added workforce impact through new staffing needs. This further strengthens the regional economy.
Learn more about the project here.
Congratulations to UCHealth and the entire team at MCR!
🔬 CSU ATLAS Facility Topping-Out
On Friday, Colorado State University reached a major milestone with the topping-out of the Advanced Technology Lasers for Applications and Science (ATLAS) Facility at the Foothills Campus.
This 77,626-square-foot facility will house three of the most powerful laser systems in the world, positioning CSU at the forefront of next-generation laser science.
The $160 million project is anchored by a public-private partnership with Marvel Fusion. It highlights the kind of collaboration that drives innovation and economic impact in Northern Colorado.
Learn more about the project here.
Congratulations to the entire CSU team!
🎶 FoCoMX Festival
We wrapped up the week celebrating the launch of FoCoMX, presented by the Fort Collins Musicians Association and Odell Brewing Co.
The two-day festival featured 450 Colorado artists across 40 stages, bringing incredible energy to downtown Fort Collins.
We had the opportunity to join Mayor Arndt for the official proclamation and spend time experiencing the festival alongside our local business community.
We are already hearing reports of strong business activity during the event and look forward to celebrating these businesses again next year.