Get involved with one of the following programs or councils and build alliances with other chamber members, help launch some of the most significant events in the business community, expand your network and demonstrate your talent and commitment to others. When you volunteer, you know you have gone where you are needed.

Please note: To be eligible for a committee you must be an associate member or above. For councils, a business membership or above is required.

LEADERSHIP

LEADERSHIP FORUM

The Leadership Forum assists business entrepreneurs to strategically position their businesses to achieve optimum growth potential through a broad-based overview of business trends and strategies and linkages to strategic business resources. 

SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION SERIES

This series is designed for small businesses that want to optimize their growth potential by developing both short- and long-term strategies. Facilitators include experts from the Small Business Administration, Small Business Development Centers, Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) and accomplished practicing professionals.

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP CONNECTION

The Corporate Leadership Connection creates and opportunity for corporate leaders to get to know one another, share leadership challenges and develop best practices.

ORCHESTRATING LEADERSHIP

Orchestrating Leadership is an extraordinary example of effective leadership and mentorship in action. CWCC members and guests will watch Marin Alsop, Conductor Laureate of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, and a selected up and coming female conductor conduct a mesmerizing behind the scenes dress rehearsal with the CSO.

MONTHLY LUNCHEONS

CWCC’s monthly luncheons provide a unique mentoring opportunity by entrepreneurial women leaders sharing their best leadership practices and key strengths to succeed in business. These inspirational success stories, coupled with opportunities to build business relationships, provide vital leadership and business development opportunities.

PUBLIC POLICY

PUBLIC POLICY—WOMEN MAKING A DIFFERENCE

This annual policy forum is dedicated to informing members about how to get involved in the public policy process and features a panel of outstanding women in politics.

LAWMAKERS AWARDS

In conjunction with the Denver Women’s Commission, the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce honors Colorado lawmakers at an annual Colorado Lawmakers Award Reception. Attendees have an opportunity to speak with lawmakers about issues that are important to them while acknowledging and showing appreciation for the important work they have done for women in the community.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/NETWORKING

BUSINESS-AFTER-HOURS

Business-After-Hours events allow members to showcase their businesses while creating an opportunity to establish relationships with other business leaders.

CWCC LEADS GROUPS

Six metro-area Leads Groups provide opportunities for participants to develop key business relationships, network and increase their visibility.

MEMBER ORIENTATIONS

On the first Wednesday of the month, CWCC holds informational sessions for both new and prospective members to provide an overview of the membership opportunities and benefits.

BUSINESS DISCOUNTS

AFFINITY PROGRAMS

CWCC’s Affinity Programs provide discounts to members with the Pinnacol Assurance workers’ compensation savings plans, Mountain States Employer’s Council discount memberships, Winter Park/Copper Mountain Ski Resorts discounted lift tickets, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Long Term Care and Disability Income Insurance, and Qwest Direct Awards.

MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNTS

Members are encouraged to conduct business with members of the Chamber and many offer a variety of exclusive discounts to other members.

SPECIAL EVENTS

20TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION / ANNUAL MEETINGS

The Colorado Women's Chamber of Commerce’s 20th Anniversary Celebration /Annual Meeting will feature Colorado’s First Lady, Jeannie Ritter, as keynote speaker and a very special lifetime achievement tribute to Patricia Barela Rivera, retiring SBA District Director, presented by Mayor John Hickenlooper.

ATHENA AWARDS

The ATHENA Awards honors exceptional women leaders for their career success, service to the community and encouragement of other women. This prestigious award seeks to inspire others to achieve excellence in their professional and personal lives.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Golf Tournament provides participants with a day of networking, business development and fun. A three-hour golf clinic adds to the success of the event.

FIRED UP FOR KIDS

The Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce and the Denver Firefighters “Fired up for Kids” fundraiser supports the Children’s Hospital Burn Center through the sales Colorado Firefighter Calendar.

COUNCILS

TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & ENTERTAINMENT COUNCIL

This Council promotes Tourism, Hospitality and Entertainment by providing a forum for professionals to share best practices, learn about business and economic trends and market their businesses.

PUBLIC POLICY COUNCIL

This Council provides an avenue for the exchange of information and ideas concerning issues affecting the business community in regard to public policy issues.

SPONSORSHIP COUNCIL

This Council provides an opportunity for members to get involved with the Chamber’s special events, which provide increased visibility and exposure to thousands of attendees, both members and non-members, throughout the year. Participation in the Sponsorship Council not only helps the Chamber grow, but also offers opportunities for our members’ businesses to develop increased awareness in the community.