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Advocacy: BAC engages in advocacy efforts to represent the shared interests and goals of its members and serves as a unified voice working towards the advancement of a favorable business environment for the state of colorado. This includes education about legislation, regulations, or policies that improve or otherwise affect conditions for businesses and their employees. BAC's advocacy activities include creating and distributing educational materials, hosting free informational events for the public and policy makers, and direct lobbying. BAC also works to support or oppose relevant state ballot measures and to support policy makers who advance the common business interests of BAC. Around 50% of BAC's time and funds are allocated to these activities.

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Education: BAC offers information and education to enhance the skills and knowledge of members through meetings, seminars, workshops, newsletters, and its website. Topics include shared interests such as community and business leadership, legislative and regulatory updates, sound financial practices and business standards, labor laws, investment and expansion, procurement award procedures, and legal issues. Around 20% of BAC's time and funds are allocated to these activities.

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Networking, membership building, and fundraising: BAC facilitates referral and networking opportunities by providing platforms for members to connect, share insights, and collaborate. BAC hosts meetings, events, and an online community to strengthen ties within the business community and create opportunities for cooperation, collaboration, and mutual support. BAC solicits new members and conducts a minimal amount of fundraising targeted at existing members and outside donors through its website, email, mail, and events. Around 20% of BAC's time and funds are allocated to these activities.

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Research and analysis: BAC manages and conducts research using contractors to provide members with valuable insights into economic conditions and trends and other factors that can affect business operations in colorado. Around 5% of BAC's time and funds are allocated to these activities.