Looking Ahead: Longmont Chamber’s Plans for 2025
The Longmont Chamber is excited to share our priorities for 2025! We’re focusing on key areas to better serve our members and strengthen our community. Here’s what you can expect from us:
1. Minimum Wage Advocacy
We’re diving deeper into how minimum wage impacts local businesses. By gathering feedback from our members, we will continue to provide meaningful input to City Council.
- “Fishbowl” Sessions: Share your experiences in upcoming roundtable discussions.
- Policy Recommendations: Use data and stories from our members to shape solutions.
- Collaboration: Partnering with other local economic development organizations to amplify our voice.
Why it matters: Advocating for balanced policies helps businesses thrive while supporting our workforce.
2. Developing the North Main Business Area
Businesses in the North Main area experience unique challenges. In partnership with the Longmont Economic Development Partnership, the Longmont Chamber intends to expand our existing support of the area. We’re here to ensure businesses have a seat at the table:
- Quarterly Roundtables: Regular discussions to connect businesses, stakeholders, residents, and the City.
- Opportunity Spotlights: Highlight grants, financial opportunities and incentives, and local support.
- Networking Expansion: Create meaningful connections within the area.
Why it matters: Businesses in the North Main corridor are the northern gateway and the first impression of our community to southbound visitors. When businesses in the North Main area feel supported, safe, and able to grow, the entirety of the Longmont Chamber benefits.
3. Expanded Marketing Opportunities
We’re stepping up marketing options to showcase your business.
- Member Spotlights: Highlighting businesses and employee stories on our website and social media.
- Diverse Platforms: From newsletters to videos, website banners to creative event incorporation, we’ll help spread your message!
- Workshops: Learn new ways to stand out with expert-led classes.
Why it matters: The Longmont Chamber is here to help your business grow, and a large part of that is visibility and self-development to expand your .
Key Events for 2025
Mark your calendars now for our annual events:
- February 21, 2025: Jubilee Membership Celebration and Award Ceremony
- May 12, 2025: Annual Golf Tournament
- June 26, 2025: Nonprofit Summit
- August 22, 2025: Unity in the Community
- October 16, 2025: State of the City Address
If you are interested in any of these events and want to lock-in your involvement now, check out our Sponsorship Opportunities Packet! We’re thrilled to bring these events to life and hope you’ll join us in making 2025 a year to remember!
Stay tuned for more updates and ways to get involved.