This monthly email provides a roundup of business news, business spotlights, and ways to support the greater Arvada business community, including new business introductions and events.
Learn more and direct other community supporters to sign up for these emails at arvadachamber.org/newsletters.
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| Friday, Oct. 17:
State of the Region
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The popular annual State of the Region event offers a comprehensive look at the evolving landscape of Jefferson County, spotlighting key achievements, ongoing challenges, and emerging opportunities. Join over 100 community memebrs to hear from regional mayors and other Jeffco elected officials in a Q&A format.
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This year, Arvada ballots will include City Council and Jefferson Council School Board elections. The Greater Arvada Chamber has assembled a 2025 Voter Guide with bios and a Q&A with the candidates. The guide also includes video recordings from the Chamber's candidate forums and other helpful voter resources.
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Starting October 24: 2025 Marketing Bootcamp
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The three-part series to give you practical tools, data-driven insights, and strategies to make your marketing efforts smarter, more streamlined, and more impactful. Hear presentations from BlendWorks Digital Marketing, Snooze A.M. Eatery, Matthew Vermillion Brand & Marketing Consulting, and more. Attendees will also recieve a printed workbook to use in the Bootcamp and have a resource moving forward.
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| Round Up to Support the Arvada Strong Fund
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All this month, you can support the Chamber's Arvada Strong Fund by rounding up at Arvada businesses! When you eat and drink at participating local businesses, you’ll have the simple option to round up your bill and make a big impact. Every cent collected will help Arvada businesses and nonprofits recover from setbacks, access resources, and continue providing the services and experiences that make our community thrive.
Round up at the following businesses: Kokoro, Odyssey Beerwerks, Freedom Street Social, and La Patisserie Francaise.
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| B.O.L.D. 2026 | Q3 2025 Outcomes
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B.O.L.D. 2026 is a five-year regional economic strength and resiliency initiative of the Greater Arvada Chamber. B.O.L.D. 2026 includes four mutually supporting goals that tackle challenges impacting businesses and employees around talent development, housing, childcare capacity, and the business environment. Each quarter, the Chamber will provide this update on initiative outcomes for investors, members, and the community.
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Jefferson County Parents are Spending 21.8% of their Monthly Income on Childcare | Common Sense Institute Report
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The Common Sense Institute (CSI) recently released a report, The Child Care Opportunity Index, which examines statewide data on childcare affordability and access for families. The report highlights how limited affordable and accessible childcare across Colorado impacts businesses’ ability to recruit and retain top talent, and how unstable childcare options contribute to workforce challenges.
Check out the full blog to learn about what the Chamber is doing address challenges in our community, and read the full CSI report.
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Over 180 Volunteers Lend a Hand for the Greater Arvada Chamber’s Day of Service
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On October 3, 2025, over 180 volunteers stepped up to help on thirteen service projects for the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce’s second-annual Day of Service. Hosted by the Chamber Board of Directors, Day of Service invited business and community leaders to give three hours of volunteer time to help Arvada non-profits and community organizations.
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Business Spotlight: Kokoro Restaurant
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For nearly 40 years, Kokoro has served authentic, comforting Japanese food with a focus on community, family, and heart. Led by owner Mas Torito, Kokoro’s Arvada location has been a staple in the community for 25 years, welcoming guests with a casual, family-friendly environment and a team that truly loves what they do.
“Arvada has always seemed to be eager for good food and a family-friendly environment to go out, have good food and be with family and friends,” said Mas. “It’s a perfect place for Kokoro!”
Learn more about Kokoro’s story, their dedicated staff, and the values that have helped them thrive in Arvada.
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The Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce is a community of businesses, organizations, and local leaders working together to solve challenges, foster meaningful connections, and develop the next generation of talent and leadership. Chamber membership provides access to our network and over 30 exclusive benefits to help grow your business and community impact.
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