Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association

History 

Established as the Commercial Club of Steamboat Springs in 1907, the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association continues to provide support for local businesses and economic development for the City of Steamboat Springs as well as surrounding communities in the Yampa Valley.

The Commercial Club of Steamboat Springs was renamed the "Chamber of Commerce of Steamboat Springs" in February, 1941 which is also when the organization began selling memberships in the stead of soliciting funds.

In the first few decades Steamboat Springs' economy was largely based upon agriculture and mining. However tourism, due mostly to the sport of skiing quickly became the staple industry.  Colorado's oldest ski area in continuous use, Howelsen Hill, opened in 1915 and is still owned and operated by the City of Steamboat Springs.  In 1964 came the Steamboat Ski Area, then named the Storm Mountain Ski Area, later named the Mt. Werner Ski Area.

Dubbed Ski Town, USA® Steamboat Springs became a training ground for Olympians as well as a World Class resort destination for skiers in the winter time.  The Chamber recognized that with substantial infrastructure in place, along with a pleasing climate Steamboat Springs could become a desirable summer destination and compliment the winter season.

In1973 the Chamber of Commerce merged with a central reservations system under the name of the Steamboat Resort Association, becoming the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association.  Then in 1984 the Chamber embarked upon an effort to establish a significant plan for marketing Steamboat Springs in the summer with a dedicated funding mechanism contributed by Steamboat Springs merchants via a rescinded vendors collection fee.

Our Mission

The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association's mission is:

• To support, encourage and sustain a vibrant, healthy economy in Steamboat Springs and surrounding areas,
• To act as a spokesperson for the business and professional community,
• To support all existing industries and welcome and nurture new industries,
• To preserve our environment and workforce as integral components of our economic well-being.

What We Do 

As a Chamber 
Over the last century, Chamber continues to provide a variety of services to the community from networking opportunities to the Steamboat Springs Visitor Center. Our highly professional staff works diligently to support your business following our mission. To read more about the specifics of what we do choose from the list below:

• Chamber Member Benefits
• Chamber Staff and Board of Directors
• Chamber Member Events
• Chamber Programs

As a Resort Association
The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association marketing department is directed by the Marketing Committee.

Marketing Committee Mission Statement:
Acting on behalf of the City of Steamboat Springs and the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association, Inc., the Steamboat Springs Chamber Marketing Committee strives to improve the quality of life for the entire community by fostering a healthy local economy and creating year-around employment for its residents through responsible promotion of tourism during non-ski season months.

• Advertising campaigns: print, radio, TV, outdoor and direct mail
• Promotional materials: Brochures and vacation planners
• Online marketing and website: www.steamboatsummer.com 
• Public Relations : campaigns, press releases, press kits, photo library, interviews, hosting media
• Community contact for TV and Film
• Special Events: Steamboat Marathon, Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup, Cowboys' Roundup Days Fourth of July Parade, Wild West Air Fest Labor Day Celebration, All Arts Fest and OctoberWest

Click here for Chamber Staff Member Bios and our Board of Directors