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[Juanita Martin]

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Rotary Club of Colorado Springs Presents A Special Program on Tariffs, Trade & Colorado’s Economic Future

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (November 28, 2025) The Rotary Club of Colorado Springs will host a timely and insightful program exploring how national trade policies impact Colorado’s economy. Featured speaker Bill Craighead, Ph.D., Director of the UCCS Economic Forum, will present “Tariffs, Trade & Colorado: Why U.S. Policy Matters Locally.”

The luncheon program takes place Friday, December 5, 2025, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Pinery at the Hill, located at 755 W. Bijou Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905. Tickets are $35 and open to members, guests, and the general public.

About the Speaker: Bill Craighead, Ph.D.

Dr. Bill Craighead is a respected economist and the Director of the UCCS Economic Forum, the leading source of credible economic data, forecasts, and analysis for the Pikes Peak region. With a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Washington, Dr. Craighead’s research and teaching specialties include macroeconomics, international trade, and public policy.

He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is frequently consulted by business leaders, policymakers, and civic organizations for his clear explanations of complex economic trends.

As head of the UCCS Economic Forum, Dr. Craighead leads efforts to track regional indicators, model economic performance, and translate U.S. and global policy shifts into local impact—making him uniquely qualified to address how tariff decisions reach families, employers, and communities in Southern Colorado.

About The UCCS Economic Forum

With the UCCS Economic Forum report, their analyses include — but are not limited to:

Broad national economic indicators (GDP, consumer sentiment, etc.)

Local labor market data

Real estate activity and construction trends

Military jobs and spending, which are important in southern Colorado Tourism, sales and use taxes, and other regional economic metrics

The organizational aim is to give community leaders, businesses, government agencies, and civic stakeholders a comprehensive, unbiased view of where the region is economically — and where it's headed — so they can make informed decisions about growth, investment, hiring, and public policy.

 About the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs

Founded in 1916, the Rotary Club of Colorado Springs is one of the city’s oldest and most active service organizations. The Club brings together community leaders, professionals, and volunteers who are committed to advancing goodwill, supporting youth, improving local infrastructure, and strengthening global humanitarian efforts.

The Club meets Fridays at 12:00 p.m. at The Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs and continues to champion service projects that improve quality of life throughout the region.

Reminder: Acacia Park Bandshell Restoration Project

The Rotary Club of Colorado Springs is currently leading an ambitious community-driven campaign to restore and reimagine the historic Acacia Park Bandshell, a cultural landmark that has stood for more than 110 years.

The project aims to:

- Repair decades of structural wear, broken windows, and environmental damage 

- Revitalize the surrounding grounds, lighting, and accessibility 

- Return the Bandshell to active use as a vibrant community performance space 

- Inspire civic pride in one of Colorado Springs’ most enduring historic structures  

Community members and organizations are invited to join the effort through donations, partnerships, or letters of support. The project represents a transformative investment in downtown arts, culture, and shared public spaces.

For community calendars:

Event: Tariffs, Trade & Colorado: Why U.S. Policy Matters Locally 

Speaker: Bill Craighead, Ph.D. – UCCS Economic Forum 

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025 

Time: 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. 

Fee: $35 

Location: The Pinery – Ballroom, 755 W. Bijou Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905

 

Media Contacts 

Rachel Stovall

PR, Rotary Club of Colorado Springs

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 719-373-7449

 Trevor Dierdorff

President, Rotary Club of Colorado Springs

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 719-499-8304

www.csrotary.org