BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Greater Montrose Chamber - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Greater Montrose Chamber X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Greater Montrose Chamber REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261006T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261006T193000 DTSTAMP:20260908T214953Z CREATED:20260908T214303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T214953Z UID:2513-1791309600-1791315000@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Dinner with Doc - Chamber Member Exclusive DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n \n\n Chamber members are invited to an intimate evening featuring dinner\, conversation\, and an informative discussion focused on health and wellness. Hosted by Doug DeShazo\, the event will provide an opportunity to learn about several approaches to supporting overall health while enjoying a curated selection of appetizers and dessert.\n \n\n Event Details\n \n\n Date: Tuesday\, October 6\n \n\n Time: 6:00 PM\n \n\n Location: EVOO/Montrose Fat Loss Center\n 310 S 9th St\, Montrose\, CO 81401\n \n\n Duration: Approximately 60–90 minutes\n \n\n Attendance: Limited to 10 guests; Chamber Members only\n \n\n Cost: $10 per person\n \n\n Topics Covered\n \n\n Chiropractic Care: Learn about the foundations of spinal health\, proper alignment\, and the role of chiropractic care in supporting overall wellness.\n \n\n Lasers in Healthcare: Explore advanced laser treatments and their applications in pain relief and total-body wellness.\n \n\n Fat Loss Programs: Learn about sustainable\, science-based approaches to fat loss and strategies designed to support long-term results.\n \n\n Food & Hospitality\n \n\n EVOO will provide a selection of appetizers and dessert for guests to enjoy throughout the evening.\n \n\n RSVP\n \n\n Advance registration is required due to limited seating. To reserve a seat\, please text 970-209-6497. URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/dinner-with-doc-chamber-member-exclusive/ LOCATION:310 S 9th St\, Montrose\, CO 81401 CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Screenshot-2026-09-08-154431.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T110000 DTSTAMP:20260916T191613Z CREATED:20260916T191518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T191613Z UID:2571-1791363600-1791370800@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Defend Your Security: Fraud Prevention Tactics DESCRIPTION:Join Vectra Bank and Detective Andrew Bradnock of the Montrose Police Department for a complimentary educational session focused on protecting yourself and your family from today’s evolving fraud threats. Learn about common consumer scams\, including impersonation scams\, phishing\, fake fraud alerts\, and increasingly sophisticated AI-driven schemes\, while gaining practical tips for recognizing red flags and protecting your personal information and hard-earned money. The session will also cover essential security habits\, including password protection\, multi-factor authentication\, and avoiding unsolicited links\, along with tools available through Vectra Bank to help monitor and protect your accounts. Enjoy refreshments while connecting with neighbors and gaining valuable insights to help safeguard your financial security. The event will be held Wednesday\, October 7\, from 9–11 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Montrose. URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/defend-your-security-fraud-prevention-tactics/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites\, 1391 S Townsend Ave\, Montrose\, CO\, 81401\, United States CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Screenshot-2026-09-16-131452.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261007T160000 DTSTAMP:20260916T191228Z CREATED:20260916T191228Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T191228Z UID:2567-1791381600-1791388800@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Defend Your Business: Fraud Prevention Tactics DESCRIPTION:Join Vectra Bank for a complimentary\, informative session focused on protecting your business from today’s evolving fraud threats. Learn about common schemes targeting businesses and government organizations\, including check and ACH fraud\, while gaining practical insight into warning signs\, red flags\, prevention tools\, and best practices for safeguarding your accounts and payments. Discover payment solutions that can help improve efficiency while strengthening security\, and take away actionable strategies you can put to work within your organization. Enjoy refreshments while connecting with fellow business leaders and learning how to stay one step ahead of today’s fraudsters. The event will be held Wednesday\, October 7\, from 2–4 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Montrose. URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/defend-your-business-fraud-prevention-tactics/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites\, 1391 S Townsend Ave\, Montrose\, CO\, 81401\, United States CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Screenshot-2026-09-16-125309.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTSTAMP:20260916T155903Z CREATED:20260916T151703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T155903Z UID:2546-1791417600-1791503999@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:VYBE MED SPA DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate with VYBE Med Spa at their Open House on October 8th! Whether you’re already part of the VYBE community or you’ve been curious to learn more\, this is a great opportunity to stop by\, meet the team\, explore the spa\, and discover all that VYBE has to offer. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere\, connect with the VYBE team\, and take advantage of special offers available exclusively during the Open House. Bring a friend\, come say hello\, and experience the VYBE difference for yourself! We can’t wait to see you at VYBE Med Spa\, located at 620 E Main St in Montrose. 💕 URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/vybe-med-spa/ LOCATION:Vybe Med Spa\, 620 E Main St\, Montrose\, CO\, 81401\, United States CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/a16607b5-52fb-49fe-9cff-b0bb075bdacd.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261013T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261013T131500 DTSTAMP:20260908T192131Z CREATED:20260824T210121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T192131Z UID:2465-1791892800-1791897300@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:FREE: Social Media Marketing Tactics DESCRIPTION:Mastering Marketing Series: Elevate Your Business\, One Session at a Time \nIs your marketing working as hard as you are? \nWhether you’re a small business owner\, entrepreneur\, or marketing professional looking to sharpen your edge\, the Mastering Marketing Series is built for you. This dynamic\, eight-session Lunch & Learn program delivers the strategies\, tools\, and confidence you need to grow your business — without the guesswork. \nWhy This Series? \nMarketing has never been more powerful — or more overwhelming. With so many channels\, messages\, and tactics competing for attention\, it’s easy to feel like you’re spinning your wheels. The Mastering Marketing Series cuts through the noise\, giving you a clear\, step-by-step roadmap to building a marketing approach that actually works. \nOver eight monthly sessions\, you’ll move from foundational fundamentals all the way through budgeting and execution\, walking away each month with actionable insights you can apply to your business right away. \nWhat You’ll Learn \nEach session is carefully sequenced to build your marketing knowledge from the ground up: \n•  May 12: Understanding Today’s Marketing Fundamentals — Get grounded in the modern marketing landscape and what it means for your business today.\n•  June 9: Identifying Your Target Audience — Stop marketing to everyone and start reaching the right people with precision.\n•  July 21: Developing a Unique Value Proposition — Discover what makes your business truly stand out and how to communicate it powerfully.\n•   August 11: Creating a Multi-Channel Marketing Strategy — Build a cohesive plan that meets your customers wherever they are.\n•  September 8: Content Marketing and Storytelling — Learn how to attract\, engage\, and convert through the power of compelling content.\n•  October 13: Social Media Marketing Tactics — Turn likes and follows into loyal customers with strategies that go beyond the basics.\n•  November 10: Email Marketing Campaigns — Master one of the highest-ROI tools in your marketing arsenal.\n•  December 8: Budgeting and Resource Allocation — Make every marketing dollar count with smart planning and prioritization.\nReal-World Learning\, Real Results \nSelect sessions feature engaging in-person and video case studies — real business examples that show you exactly how these strategies work in action. You’ll leave with more than theory. You’ll leave with a plan. \nGET YOUR TICKET HERE URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/free-social-media-marketing-tactics/ LOCATION:501 E Main Street\, Montrose\, Colorado CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Mastering-Marketing-Series-Chamber-Website-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261014T170000 DTSTAMP:20260916T185049Z CREATED:20260916T184752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T185049Z UID:2561-1791990000-1791997200@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:Small Business Forum DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative afternoon focused on SBA lending\, securing capital\, and the local resources available to small business entrepreneurs. Vectra Bank Colorado is bringing together a panel of industry and community experts to share actionable insights\, answer questions about the needs of your business and clients\, explore valuable local resource programs\, and highlight success stories from businesses that have partnered with Vectra Bank. Enjoy refreshments while connecting with fellow business owners\, learning about available lending opportunities\, and discovering resources designed to help your business move forward. The forum will be held Wednesday\, October 14\, from 3–5 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express in Montrose. URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/small-business-forum/ LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites\, 1391 S Townsend Ave\, Montrose\, CO\, 81401\, United States CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Screenshot-2026-09-16-124908.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261022T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261022T190000 DTSTAMP:20260813T220709Z CREATED:20260813T155322Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T220709Z UID:2253-1792690200-1792695600@greatermontrosechamber.com SUMMARY:October Business After Hours DESCRIPTION:Event Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark your calendars for an amazing night! The Greater Montrose Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is happening Thursday\, October 22nd! \nJoin us with host Holiday Inn for the ultimate networking experience. Connect with local professionals\, build valuable relationships\, and expand your network in a fun\, relaxed atmosphere. \nEnjoy delicious catering\, refreshing drinks\, and exciting giveaways throughout the evening. This is the perfect chance to mix business with pleasure and discover new opportunities in our community. \nDon’t miss out on this incredible event—be there and be part of the buzz! \nGET TICKETS:   MEMBER      NON-MEMBER \n+ Calendar URL:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/event/october-business-after-hours/ LOCATION:1391 S Townsend Ave\, Montrose\, CO 81401 CATEGORIES:Event List,Events,Events Grid ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://greatermontrosechamber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Business-After-Hours_August_online-ad-2.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR