Posts by courtney.warford
The Colorado Connector Will Make Boulder Better for Businesses
The Colorado Connector Will Make Boulder Better for Businesses April 29, 2026 By Darcy Kitching Senior Manager of Transportation & Executive Director, Boulder Chamber Transportation Connections Two weeks ago, I sat in a room full of people who have been waiting a long time for a train. The Front Range Passenger Rail District’s town hall at the East…
Read MoreBoulder Municipal Airport – Economic Vitality, Public Safety, and the Need for Resolution
Boulder Municipal Airport – Economic Vitality, Public Safety, and the Need for Resolution April 24, 2026 Dear Mayor Brockett and Members of City Council, On behalf of the Boulder Chamber, we write regarding today’s discussion on the future of the Boulder Municipal Airport (BMA). After years of study, community engagement, and ongoing debate, we believe…
Read MoreCelebrating Regional Leadership and Community Impact at 2026 Celebration of Leadership
Celebrating Regional Leadership and Community Impact at 2026 Celebration of Leadership April 23, 2026 The Boulder Chamber welcomed business and community leaders from across the region to its 2026 Celebration of Leadership, an annual event that recognizes the individuals and organizations shaping the Boulder region’s economic vitality, innovation, and community strength. Held on April 22…
Read MoreBoulder Creative Expo & Spring Schmoozer Debuts
Boulder Creative Expo & Spring Schmoozer Debuts April 10, 2026 The Boulder County Film Commission is launching a first-of-its-kind event connecting Boulder’s creative sector with the broader business community: the Boulder Creative Expo & Spring Schmoozer, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at the Boulder JCC. Blending the proven success of the Boulder County…
Read MoreWhat Does Economic Resilience Actually Look Like in Boulder?
What Does Economic Resilience Actually Look Like in Boulder? April 6, 2026 Originally published by Daily Camera, April 5, 2026. There’s a common understanding that these are turbulent economic times. Across the nation, as in Boulder, certain industries are experiencing growth, while others have entered a period of stagnation and even decline. That is the…
Read MoreLet’s Put the ‘Comprehensive’ in the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan
Let’s Put the ‘Comprehensive’ in the Boulder Valley Comprehensive Plan April 2, 2026 Originally published by BizWest, March 31, 2026. When I think “comprehensive,” I think something like an encyclopedia, a complete medical exam or a Las Vegas buffet table. I really expect them to have everything covered. I wouldn’t want, for example, to…
Read MoreResponse to January 23, 2026 Dear Colleague Letter
Response to January 23, 2026 Dear Colleague Letter Intent to Restructure Critical Weather Science Infrastructure March 17, 2026 Dear Director Stone, On behalf of the Boulder Chamber and the broad business community we represent, we write to express strong concern regarding proposals that could dismantle or substantially restructure the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR).…
Read MoreXcel Energy Public Safety Power Shutoff — March 14
Xcel Energy Public Safety Power Shutoff — March 14 March 13, 2026 PSPS Likely March 14 Xcel Energy is monitoring and preparing for severe weather, including strong winds, forecasted to start on Saturday, March 14, around midday. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning opens in a new window for this weather event and…
Read MoreBIFF Is Our Baby and Let’s Keep It Thriving
BIFF Is Our Baby and Let’s Keep It Thriving March 12, 2026 By Bruce Borowsky, Film Commissioner For 22 years, the Boulder International Film Festival has been more than just a weekend at the movies. It has grown into one of Boulder County’s most beloved cultural traditions—an event that brings neighbors together, celebrates creativity,…
Read MoreBreaking Through, Building Anew
Breaking Through, Building Anew March 9, 2026 Originally published by the Daily Camera, March 8, 2026. Full disclosure, this is my first public column as a representative for the Boulder Chamber. As the associate vice president of economic vitality for the Boulder Chamber, most of my work happens behind the scenes, working alongside partners…
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