About Us

"It's business; not politics"

The Colorado Contractors Coalition (CCC) goal is to build trust through collaboration. CCC is the place where contractors, specialty contractors, associate professionals come together to work on industry issues and concerns. Founded in 2016, the CCC influences state and local policy makers to support the improvement and betterment of the contractor business community. The CCC is currently meets at least once a month and is composed of the legislative committees for the 

• American Subcontractor’s Association of Colorado (ASAC)
• Colorado Roofing Association, (CRA)
• Rocky Mountain Steel Contractors Association (RMSCA) 

Our Mission:

• Influencing legislation to support fair payment practices for specialty contractors.
• Working towards creating an environment that encourages an abundance of construction projects in Colorado.

• Valdez Public Affairs, Amber Valdez, Lobbyist
• Colorado Legislative Candidate interviews
• Financial support of Colorado Legislative Candidates who support specialty contractor businesses and the construction industry
• CCC member organization members contact Colorado Legislators through a Call to Action of issues urgent to their business interest
• Propose and obtain sponsors for bills.
• Review reports and meet with lobbyists on proposed legislation and candidates.
• Review proposed legislation & determine if CCC needs or should take a position.
• Coordinate with ASAC, CRA, and  RMSCA members to support or oppose legislation through the power of grassroots efforts to effect change.
• Work proactively on positive changes in safety & environmental regulations, contract terms, and other issues.
• Annual fundraising event(s) providing networking and education

• In partnership with the Colorado Construction Industry persuaded Governor Polis to veto the 2024 Wage Theft Bill.
• Successfully supported and influenced legislation that reduced retention maximums to 5% (that extra 5% you don’t have to fight for can go a long way!)
• Played a pivotal role in creating an environment conducive to increased construction projects.
• Work proactively on positive changes in safety & environmental regulations, contract terms, and other issues.
• Participate in a larger industry coalition, focused on payment reform and construction industry issues.
• Testify before legislative committees in support or opposition to key bills.
• Capped retainage at 5%.
• Bonding on public-private projects

• Attend our networking events and legislative updates to stay informed.
• Share your insights and challenges to help us better advocate for your needs. We are your liaison to the state legislature!
• Contact your legislator and let them know who you are and that you are a constituent.
• Encourage your trade association to contact CCC to learn more and join CCC as an advocate of Colorado Construction Specialty Contractors.
• Join our CCC LinkedIn Group to stay informed!

• Texas Hold 'em Tournament Fundraiser | February
• EPIC Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser | May 
• ASAC Golf Tournament, CCC Fundraising Hole
• CRA Golf Tournament, CCC Fundraising Hole
• RMSCA Golf Tournament,  Mulligan Sales
• CRA Tradeshow
• Candidate Interviews
• Legislative Reception
• Monthly CCC Meetings