The general assembly hereby finds and declares that, in light of current economic conditions in Colorado, it is in the best interests of the people of this state that measures be taken to encourage, promote, and stimulate economic development and employment in Colorado. To that end, it is the purpose of this article to bring together people representing a broad spectrum of interests, including higher education, agriculture, advanced technologies, finance and banking, venture capital, energy, and industry, to review the economic condition of Colorado, to develop and implement programs for the promotion of economic development in Colorado, and to ensure that such economic development programs create employment opportunities for Colorado residents and benefit Colorado companies.
C.R.S. § 24-46-101