In a shifting economic climate where Colorado faces an increasingly complex regulatory environment, the Douglas County Economic Development Corporation (DCEDC) is committed to ensuring our region remains a premier destination for investment. As the state navigates a growing volume of legislative mandates, ranging from expanded employment requirements to rigorous new industry standards, the burden of compliance continues to weigh heavily on the cost of doing business. By collaborating on the Southern Colorado Business Alliance (SCBA), we are championing a shift toward regulatory stability and reform.

 

This collaboration unites regional economic leaders, including the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC, the Pueblo County EDC, the Greater Pueblo Chamber, and the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance, to create a more predictable and streamlined environment for businesses to flourish.

 

A Strategic Framework for Future Growth

The SCBA utilizes a sophisticated organizational structure to move beyond reactive measures and toward long-term strategic influence. By leveraging specific institutional tools, we can ensure the region remains competitive for decades to come.

 

• Political Action Committee (PAC): The SCBA PAC serves as a talent pipeline for the future. It focuses on identifying and supporting forward-thinking leaders who prioritize economic stability and understand the technical needs of Southern Colorado’s diverse industries.

 

• Independent Expenditure Committee (IEC): The Southern Colorado Action committee allows for large-scale, data-driven advocacy. It provides a platform for individual businesses to champion regional initiatives and infrastructure projects that are too large for any single entity to tackle alone.

 

As we prioritize these efforts, the focus remains on the tangible benefits for our local economy. Ellie Reynolds, President & CEO of the Douglas County EDC, highlights the direct impact of this strategic alignment:

 

“As we look ahead to 2026 and beyond, our commitment to reducing unnecessary red tape will help make Douglas County a destination of choice for companies looking to grow and innovate. By removing barriers and accelerating timelines, we strengthen our economic foundation and ensure that new opportunities and high-quality jobs come to our community.”

 

The Southern Colorado Business Alliance represents a historic merger of the region’s most influential leaders, creating a single powerhouse to reshape our economic landscape. Overall, we are shifting to be a more unified front that is better equipped to help shape the state’s political landscape. Together, we are taking control of our region’s direction to make sure our business community has exactly what it needs to succeed and thrive.

 

Please visit the SCBA Website for additional information at www.socobusinessalliance.com