Cole: What do you think are the biggest challenges facing the community today, and how do you see ways to overcome them? Harris: I believe one of the biggest challenges facing our community today is the lack of a shared agenda that unites our efforts and amplifies our impact. Too often, initiatives operate in isolation, missing opportunities to leverage each other’s strengths. To overcome this, we need greater collaboration and open dialogue among community leaders, business owners, and residents to identify common goals and set clear priorities. A unified agenda allows us to proactively shape our narrative, preserve our culture, and drive sustainable growth.
Cole: Let’s switch gears and end with you as a community leader by providing a positive and forward-looking statement about the Black Chamber’s future for the next 40 years. Harris: Looking ahead, I am confident that the Colorado Black Chamber of Commerce will continue to be a driving force for economic empowerment and Black entrepreneurship. Over the next 40 years, I see the Chamber strengthening Black-owned businesses, building generational wealth, and driving meaningful change across Colorado. The work we do now lays the foundation for a stronger, more equitable future for our community.
26 The Acumen
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