State of Good Podcast – Ep. 6: A Unique Giving Opportunity That Benefits You Too!
Public education is essential for families, because when children are in school, their parents can go to work knowing their kids are in good hands. However, traditional education methods can be difficult for students with disabilities. Luckily, the Children First Education Fund provides scholarships and other aid to those who need it most. On this […]
State of Good Podcast – Ep. 5: Poverty’s Impact on Utah Families
Poverty in Utah profoundly impacts families, exacerbating financial instability, limiting access to quality education and health care, and hindering opportunities for upward mobility. The cycle of poverty also creates challenges for families, often resulting in intergenerational effects that can perpetuate the cycle for future generations. On this episode, we discuss what businesses can do to […]
Stabilizing Economy Brings Growth Challenges Back to Forefront
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah, has updated the May 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. “Inflation remains higher than desired and […]
Salt Lake Chamber Urges Utah’s Leadership to Address the National Debt Ceiling
The Salt Lake Chamber recognizes that failing to raise the debt ceiling and to constrain federal government spending will have negative impacts on our national economy and unintended consequences on every Utah business. As such, Derek Miller, president and CEO of the Chamber, sent a letter to Utah’s Members of Congress urging them to do […]
Salt Lake Chamber Honors Lawmakers as 2023 Legislative Business Champions
Utah Business Community Celebrates Legislators Keeping Utah Economy Strong Salt Lake City, UT (May 17, 2023) – The Salt Lake Chamber presented the Legislative Business Champion awards today to legislators who passed laws on building our economic foundation and expanding prosperity for all Utahns during the 2023 General Legislative Session. This year, 68 lawmakers received […]
Utah Economy Could Falter If Debt Ceiling Agreement Not Reached
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (May 10, 2023) – The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has updated the Economic Dashboard for April to help business leaders see where Utah’s economy stands. This tool provides data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “Persistent interest rate hikes […]
Salt Lake Chamber Endorses National LIBERTY Campaign to Work Toward Immigration Reform by Year End
The Salt Lake Chamber supports the national LIBERTY Campaign (Legal Immigration and Border Enforcement Reform This Year), led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and was part of a letter issued to Congress calling for action on border security and legal immigration to meet ongoing workforce needs. So far, the campaign has garnered support from […]
Business Community Releases New Family-Friendly Workplace Guide for Employers to Build Stronger Workforce
New guide outline steps for Utah business leaders to create family-friendly workplace policies SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (May 4, 2023) – Utah Community Builders, in partnership with the Salt Lake Chamber, United Way of Salt Lake, and Voices for Utah Children, debuted a new resource for the business community entitled Family-Friendly Workplaces: A Guide for […]
President’s Message: Developing Our Workforce Ensures Our Future
Nothing is guaranteed. Life is a balance of risk/reward or sometimes a sense of luck vs. lack. However, when we contribute our full effort and hone our skills, we are creating our own good luck. Application of this principle works in our personal lives, in business, and when the state supports individuals to create a […]
Speaking on Business: WBCUtah “In the City Pop-Up” Shop
This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. On Saturday, April 29th, the Women’s Business Center of Utah, will host the “In the City Pop-Up Shop,” a female-powered shopping experienced in downtown Salt Lake City. Northern Utah Program Director Connie Yengich joins us with more. CONNIE YENGICH: The mission of the Women’s Business Center of Utah […]