Colorado Chamber Office Hours delves into the biggest issues impacting businesses in Colorado, particularly those in which business and government policy intersect. Host Ed Sealover, vice president of strategic initiatives for the Colorado Chamber of Commerce, interviews key figures ranging from legislative leaders to thought-provoking CEOs to cutting-edge entrepreneurs. And he also lays out the key events that business leaders will need to follow in the upcoming week to stay abreast of changes that will impact them.
The Business Issues Shaping Colorado’s Governor’s Race
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, we conclude our 2026 election series with candid interviews focused on how three candidates for governor would approach the issues affecting Colorado businesses.Host Ed Sealover speaks with Democratic candidate and Attorney General Phil Weiser, Republican candidate Victor Marx and unaffiliated candidate Greg Lopez. They share their perspectives on energy costs, transportation, regulations, labor laws and health care, as well as how their leadership would differ from the current administration.Tune in for a closer look at the challenges facing Colorado employers and how each candidate would work to improve the state’s business environment if elected.
28 Sept 2026
What’s at Stake in Colorado’s Income Tax Debate?
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, host Ed Sealover breaks down two competing measures on Colorado’s November ballot. Amendment 87 would replace the state’s flat income tax with a graduated structure, while Proposition 136 would cap the income tax rate at 4.4% for individuals and corporations.
Chris deGruy Kennedy, president and CEO of the Bell Policy Center, explains why he believes a graduated income tax is necessary to address Colorado’s revenue needs and fund state services. Kristi Burton Brown, executive vice president of the Advance Colorado Institute, discusses why limiting future income tax increases would give employers greater certainty and help Colorado remain competitive.
Tune in for a closer look at the competing proposals and what each could mean for Colorado businesses, taxpayers and the state’s economy.
21 Sept 2026
What’s next for Colorado’s Aerospace and Defense Industry?
This week on Colorado Chamber Office Hours, host Ed Sealover is joined by Kat Saunders, partner and head of strategy and leadership at Economic Leadership, to discuss a new Colorado Chamber Foundation report examining the future of Colorado’s aerospace and defense industry.
Their conversation explores the industry’s importance to Colorado’s economy, Colorado’s competitive strengths, the importance of an end-to-end ecosystem and how other states are competing for new investment. Saunders also offers guidance on how companies can advocate effectively for the industry.
Read the Chamber’s industry report here: https://cochamber.com/2026/09/10/new-report-highlights-colorado-aerospace-and-defense-strengths-calls-for-action-to-sustain-competitiveness/ (https://cochamber.com/2026/09/10/new-report-highlights-colorado-aerospace-and-defense-strengths-calls-for-action-to-sustain-competitiveness/)
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