Welcome to the

Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce

~ The NNACC Mission ~

It is the mission of the Nucla- Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce to promote existing businesses and industry within the area, to pr0mote the Nucla-Naturita area in whole as a destination for vacationing and relocation, and to assist with economic development of the area.

Serving the Bedrock, Naturita, Nucla, Paradox and Redvale communities, NNACC stands by the message that..”We may be several small towns but….we are one Great Community.

The NNACC meets the 3rd Thursday of each month @ 6:30 PM at the West End Visitors Center – 230 W. Main Street Naturita, CO 81424

~ Board Of Directors ~

Don A. Colcord

– President

Don was born July 4, 1951 in Nucla, CO, he attended grade school in Uravan, CO, later graduating from Nucla High School in Nucla. He attended the University of Colorado, graduating with a BS in Pharmacy in 1974. He owned the Apothecary Shoppe in Nucla for 40 years, retiring in 2017. Don sees the mission of the Chamber, in partnership with West End Economic Development (WEEDC), as the source of all things necessary to start & survive in business in the West End. The Chamber also manages the West End Visitors Center, it serves as a welcoming place for visitors, information source for locals & a beacon for visiting the West End for business and pleasure.

Jack Lee

– Vice President

Jack joined the US Navy in 1969. He moved from the Grand Junction area to the Paradox Valley for solitude and to enjoy the great outdoors of the West-End and surrounding area. Before moving to Paradox, he joined the Paradox Volunteer Fire Department, as his parents lived there. He stayed on with the Fire Department after moving here and helped start a much-needed ambulance service. He then recertified his EMT status and taught Emergency Medical technicians in Nucla, Naturita, Norwood, Montrose & Delta. He was a First Aid / CPR instructor for the area and was a CPR instructor trainer. He also had the great honor of being selected the Colorado Fire Chief of the Year in 2015. Jack served the local Fire / EMS services for 27 years. He is now retired from the State of Colorado.

Ashley Tomlinson

– Treasurer

I was born in Oklahoma but have lived most of my life in Western Colorado, the mountains have always been my happy place. I met my husband in 2011 and moved to this area in 2012 and have loved calling it “Home” ever since. Kris & I got married in 2014, and we currently live on a family-owned cattle ranch where we raise our 4 daughters. I went to CMU to study Criminal Justice and am now currently head teller at CSB where I have worked for 4 years. Working on the ranch is where we spend most of our time but in the summer, we enjoy camping, fishing, and helping our girls with their 4H projects. Family is our number one priority and rarely do we do anything without all of us together.

Brandi Thompson

– Secretary

Brandi has been on the NNACC board since 2019 and has served as the Secretary since 2021. She has lived in the area for 6 years and has helped on the Rimrocker Historical Society board, as well as the Spruce and Columbine Garden Club. In the past, Brandi worked in Utah in the medical field for 10 years and has managed her own small online business for 15 years. She also ran her own consignment store in Naturita from 2018 to 2020. She spent her childhood traveling as a Navy dependent and then spent 20+ years as an Air Force spouse. She currently works for several local businesses part time. She is a mother to 2 grown children that she enjoys visiting out of state.

Kelly Tomlinson

– Director

Kelly Tomlinson has been a member of the Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce for two years. Because Kelly and her husband, Kent, are co-owners of the local, family owned Nucla-Naturita Telephone Company, she understands the importance of supporting and marketing our local businesses. Kelly is a third-generation cattle rancher in Nucla and she and Kent, with their family, run their own Tomlinson Ranch in their spare time. Kelly is very active in the local 4-H group, having raised two sons in 4-H and now helping 3 of her 6 granddaughters work with steers, pigs, sheep and goats with the West End 4-H Club. Kelly is the Treasurer of the West End Snowmobile Club and a member of the Rimrocker Historical Society. She enjoys spending time with her family and especially enjoys her granddaughters. The Tomlinson’s enjoy their trips to Lake Powell where they fish, swim, play and enjoy the time together with their two sons, their wives and of course, the granddaughters.

~ Become A Member ~

The fundamental goal of the chamber of commerce is help their business & individual members to grow & be more successful, to join together to improve their value, visibility & credibility; share news, ideas & best practices.

The Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce partners with local groups, organizations & government agencies in support of our common goals, increased economic diversity & development, support existing & new businesses, promote history & cultural heritage in the region and market regional assets.

A membership with the Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber Of Commerce boosts your business’s exposure online with an in-depth online directory listing. Become a Chamber business member and help your customers find everything they need to know about your business with a personalized business listing in our Business Directory today!

How does becoming a chamber member benefit .

Credibility

You can increase positive perception among consumers and business owners when you’re identified as a member of a Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce.

Visibility

As a member of NNACC, you will be listed in the chamber publications, website, and on social media. You also can grow your business by advertising with the chamber, volunteering at and sponsoring events.

Networking

The chamber has numerous committees and serving on one of them provides numerous networking opportunities as well as professional leadership development. You can build your business while promoting developments of keen interest to local businesses and the community at large.

Business Contacts

The chamber’s most fundamental mission is to generate more business activity for the community. The chamber initiates more business-to-business commerce and more opportunities for networking and connecting local professionals than is available through any other local organizations.

Referrals

Every day, your local chamber receives calls from individuals and businesses looking for potential vendors, and chamber recommends chamber members.

Events & Programs

Chamber events and programs provide members with great opportunities to get to know new people and expand your prospect base. Chamber events are innovative and fun ways to meet potential customers, clients and vendors— and generate new business leads.

Promotion & Publicity

With a chamber membership, you can reach potential clients through member exclusive advertising and opportunities for business-to-business advertising and publicity.

Discounts & Savings

Chambers facilitate discounts specifically for members. And include specific activities & classes sponsored by West End Economic Development Corp. (WEEDC)

Our business directory listings include:

— Business Description & Bio

Including a detailed business description and bio helps customers understand who you are and what your business does.

— Contact Information

Don’t forget to include your business address, contact information, and hours so customers can reach you easily.

— Up To 8 Images

Imagery is key to making sales. You may include up to eight (8) images of your business and/or services or products.

— Business Logo

Including your business’s logo will help your customers and clients recognize your business and your brand.

— Business Website

Websites are a crucial element for businesses to market. Including your business’s website will help drive more traffic and customers to your business.

— Social Media Links

Increase traffic and awareness to your business, by adding social media links including; Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, YouTube and Vimeo.

Step One:

Fill out the form below with your business information!

or CLICK HERE to download the membership form.

Step Two:

CLICK HERE To Submit Your Payment!

If doing things online is just not your thing, download the membership form (above). Either email the completed application form to nnaccdirector1@gmail.com and mail in your check, or mail in/drop off your completed application form along with your check.

Return your completed application form and check to P.O. Box 425 Naturita, CO 81422, or simply drop off your application and check at the Visitor Center in Naturita. Please make checks payable to Nucla-Naturita Area Chamber of Commerce.

~ Sponsor Or Donate ~

The NNACC partners with local groups, organizations & government agencies in support of our common goals, increased economic diversity & development, support existing & new businesses, promote history & cultural heritage in the region and market regional assets.

Sponsor An Event

Volunteer at an event or fundraiser

Donate To The Chamber