Speaking on Business: Smart Rain
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Smart Rain This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Water is the lifeblood of the West and protecting this resource, while saving companies money, is the key focus of Smart Rain – a Utah-based company focused on ending overwatering on commercial properties. Rob Densley, Vice President of […]
8 Questions with 2021 ATHENA Natalie Gochnour
Natalie Gochnour serves as an associate dean in the David Eccles School of Business and director of the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah. She also serves as the chief economist for the Salt Lake Chamber. In these roles, she provides policy leadership that helps Utah prosper. Gochnour’s experience includes a […]
Brigetta Uta’i: No More Standing on the Sidelines
I am the youngest of six children and grew up with four brothers, so sports are most definitely my love language. It doesn’t matter what the conversation topic is, I’ll more than likely make a sports comparison. Unfortunately, being a woman, I have always been acutely aware of the lack of female representation in the […]
Speaking on Business: Keys to Success
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Keys to Success This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Utah is fortunate to have great companies that give back, led by people like Katharine B. Garff who serves as Board Chair with Ken Garff Enterprises and the Success in Education Foundation. Here’s Kathi to share how […]
The ABCs of ADUs
There is no one singular solution to Utah’s Housing Crisis. Rather, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute has identified five “best practices” for meeting the housing affordability challenge in Utah. This article will summarize AARP’s guide of the same title, giving clear-cut descriptions of what ADUs are and how they can be utilized. Accessory dwelling […]
Speaking on Business: Major Brent Taylor Foundation
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Major Brent Taylor Foundation This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. On November 19th, the Salt Lake Chamber will host its 45th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. Jennie Taylor, the widow of former Ogden Mayor Brent Taylor, will be one of our speakers. […]
Tax Increment Financing: A Self-Sufficient Solution
There is no one singular solution to Utah’s Housing Crisis. Rather, the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute has identified five “best practices” for meeting the housing affordability challenge in Utah. This article will go in-depth into the inner workings of redevelopment agencies and how the funds essentially raise themselves. Utahns have long been known for […]
President’s Message: Give Back & Give Thanks
The holiday season is upon us, and despite persistent challenges in our businesses and lives, it is imperative to reflect on our blessings and look for opportunities to serve others. Among the many things that merit our thanksgiving, Salt Lake City and Utah are moving forward, committed to growth, prosperity, and opportunity for all. This […]
Speaking on Business: PEG Companies
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: PEG Companies This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. A recent survey found that real estate is the number one investment choice for Americans right now and Cameron Gunter is here to tell us why. He is the founder and CEO of the PEG Companies, an award-winning […]
Speaking on Business: Sarcos Robotics
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Sarcos Robotics This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation has been developing cutting-edge robotics technologies for more than 30 years and went public on Nasdaq just last month. Steve Hansen, Chief Financial Officer at Sarcos, is here to tell us about his […]