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 […]
Speaking on Business: RizeNext
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: RizeNext This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. On Friday, November 19th, the Salt Lake Chamber will host its 45th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. Trina Limpert, the CEO & Founder of RizeNext, will be one of our speakers. Here’s some of what […]
Speaking on Business: Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. October is National Disability and Employment Awareness Month and with a shortage of workers everywhere, it’s important businesses consider hiring those with challenges. As an incentive, federal tax credits can provide up […]
Speaking on Business: Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT)
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: UDOT This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Friday, November 19th, the Salt Lake Chamber will host its 45th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. One of our speakers will be Elizabeth McMillan, Director of Communications at the Utah Department of Transportation. Here’s Elizabeth […]
San Francisco Fed President and Zip Code Economies Podcast Host to Keynote 2022 Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (October 27, 2021) – Mary C. Daly, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco and host of the popular Zip Code Economies podcast, will keynote the 2022 Utah Economic Outlook & Public Policy Summit, the Salt Lake Chamber announced today. As a participant on the Federal Open […]
What are Preservation Programs?
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 explain what preservation programs are and what incentives encourage their growth. A vital part of closing the housing gap is preserving affordable […]
Speaking on Business: SLC Economic Development
The Salt Lake Chamber · Speaking on Business: SLC Economic Development This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. It’s hard to mistake the signs of growth in Salt Lake City. Ben Kolendar is the Director of Salt Lake City’s Department of Economic Development, and he’s here to tell us how the city government is working […]