Downtown Towers ‘Go Gold’ to Support Final IOC Visit
Utah business community fully supports hosting the 2034 Winter Games SALT LAKE CITY (April 8, 2024) – In anticipation of the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) visit, the business community is ready to extend a warm welcome. Scheduled for April 9-13, 2024, businesses will illuminate their premises in the hue of Olympic gold to showcase support […]
Utah’s Resilient Economy Remains Strong
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the February 2024 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to inform business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “While national and state consumer sentiment […]
Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance Applaud Steps Toward Expanded Sports, Arts and Entertainment Assets in Downtown Salt Lake City
S.B. 272 creates a broad based funding mechanism SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (March 4, 2024) – The Salt Lake Chamber and Downtown Alliance commend the passage of S.B. 272, the Capital City Revitalization Zone Act, which enables funding for enhanced assets for sports, arts and entertainment in Salt Lake City that will serve the community […]
State of Good Podcast – Ep. 11: Importance of Employee Wellness in Today’s Workforce
Carol Hollowell to be Recognized with the Utah Community Builder Award
Today, Utah Community Builders, the nonprofit foundation of the Salt Lake Chamber, announced that Carol Hollowell, executive director of Switchpoint, will be honored with the 6th Annual Utah Community Builder Award. The award recognizes an inspirational individual who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to address critical community needs. “Carol’s commitment to […]
Utah’s Economy Starts 2024 Strong
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, has released the January 2024 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to inform business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic outlook and actionable context for decision-makers. “The strong start to the year […]
Business Community Asks Utah Legislature to Support Gov. Cox’s Homelessness Appropriation Budget Requests
The Salt Lake Chamber and business leaders are strongly urging the Utah legislature to support Governor Cox’s comprehensive homelessness appropriation budget requests. The budget, which supports Utah’s comprehensive statewide Plan to Address Homelessness was developed in collaboration with state agencies and the support of hundreds of community leaders, including the Utah Impact Partnership. At a […]
Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 – What It Means for Business
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and now moves on to the U.S. Senate. This bill “promotes the financial security of working families, boosts growth and American competitiveness and strengthens communities and Main Street businesses.” It also includes Congressman Moore’s Small Business Growth […]
Member Briefing with Congressman Moore: Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act — What the Business Community Needs to Know
The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024 has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and now moves on to the U.S. Senate. This bill “promotes the financial security of working families, boosts growth and American competitiveness and strengthens communities and Main Street businesses.” It also includes Congressman Moore’s Small Business Growth Act, which […]
Utah’s Economy Remarkably Resilient in 2023
The Salt Lake Chamber, in partnership with the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah, has released the December 2023 Roadmap to Prosperity Economic Dashboard to support business leaders’ understanding of Utah’s economy. This tool prioritizes key data on the state’s economic status and provides actionable context for decision-makers. “As we conclude […]