Congressional leaders from both political parties are working with the Biden Administration to avoid a federal government shutdown, but many obstacles remain and it looks increasingly likely that a shutdown will happen as the new fiscal year begins on October 1, 2023. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW… In the unfortunate event of a government [...]
Business community to unveil important federal priorities to continue Utah's economic prosperity SALT LAKE CITY (September 19, 2023) — The Salt Lake Chamber, with a dedicated group of business executives and community leaders, is headed to Washington, D.C. next week to meet with members of Utah’s congressional delegation to discuss immigration and permitting reform [...]
Our capital city is not only the namesake of the Salt Lake Chamber, but also the gateway to Utah as the cultural, commercial, entertainment and economic capital of the Mountain West. To say that Salt Lake City punches above its weight would be an understatement. In numerous categories, including GDP growth, economic outlook, health [...]
Investor, writer, speaker and champion for financial equity, Jacki Zehner, will keynote the 2023 Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon, the Salt Lake Chamber announced today. “Jacki Zehner has dedicated her life to advancing women’s financial wellbeing,” said Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Salt Lake Chamber. “As the founder of [...]
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah, has released the August 2023 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to support business leaders in understanding impacts on Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “Our [...]
Utah’s business and community leaders gathered today for the Salt Lake Chamber’s 136th Annual Meeting. The Chamber released its 2022-2023 Annual Report which outlines collective successes of the organization and celebrates an ongoing vision for the future. “A commitment to working together and bridging divides has sustained the Chamber for an astounding 136 years,” [...]
In preparation for the upcoming Utah Congressional District 2 Republican Primary on September 5, 2023, and General Election on November 21, 2023, the Salt Lake Chamber asked candidates to provide their stances regarding federal priorities important to the business community. Topics: Permitting Reform: What legislative initiatives will you support to modernize our nation's permitting [...]
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah, has released the July 2023 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to provide insights to business leaders on Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s current economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “Utah’s economy [...]
In our fast-paced and dynamic business landscape, leaders must recognize the profound impact they can have not only within their organization but also in the broader community. The success and prosperity of a business are inherently tied to the commitment and engagement of its leaders. A dedicated leader who actively participates in community initiatives [...]
Utah leader to be honored with prestigious national award in recognition of business leadership and community service The Salt Lake Chamber has announced that Amanda Covington, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of The Larry H. Miller Company, will receive the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award. The organization’s highest recognition for women in business, the national ATHENA [...]
