About Us

ABOUT

Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce (CWCC) is a member-based non-profit 501(C) 6 organization. Our mission is to provide opportunities and visibility for women in business through relationship development, education, mentorship, partnership and alliances.

HISTORY

CWCC was founded in 1988 by a group of nine women to give women a voice in business, support women in business and provide resources to help them succeed. Women own 10.6 million businesses in the United States and employ 19.1 million workers – that’s one in every seven employees. Women-owned businesses account for $2.5 trillion in sales. Colorado is ranked first in the country for economic success, and second in the country for most entrepreneurial.

LEADERSHIP

Kristen Blessman – President & CEO, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce

Deb Siverson, President, Xponents – Chair, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce

Amy King, Chief People Officer, Centura – Vice Chair, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce

Beth Perez, Senior Director, DaVita Healthcare Partners – Past Chair, Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce

FAST FACTS

One of the largest women’s chamber of commerce in the United States
Over 1,500 members representing more than 425 companies ranging from small independent businesses to Fortune 500 companies
CWCC holds over 100 programs, events and workshops annually
Despite being called a women’s chamber, men are encouraged to join and participate.

PROGRAMS

CWCC annually presents and sponsors over 100 programs, events and workshops annually, including:

Powerful Voices Luncheon series
Peer Groups for (Business Owners, CEO’s, and Corporate Women)
Professional Development for business leaders and employees
Power Partners (formerly leads groups)
Public Affairs Committee
Leadership Program
Corporate Women’s Leadership Events
Young Professionals Board and YP Events
Business Owner Growth Immersive
Four Signature Events: Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Business, Girls Rising, State of Women in Business, and Champions of Change