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Salt Lake Chamber Celebrate 137 Years of Building Business, Advocating Policy and Creating Community

137 years ago today — on April 23rd, 1887 — leaders in a community not yet known as Utah came together with a common goal: to create foundations for future economic development and success. 

Today, the Salt Lake Chamber stands as a testament to that same vision, embodying a legacy of progress, collaboration and advocacy that continues to shape Utah’s business landscape. Our mission is of the utmost importance: “We stand as the voice of business, support our members’ success and champion community prosperity.” We achieve these goals through what we call the “ABCs” of the Chamber: Advocate Policy, Build Business and Connect Community.

Diverse-Owned Business Accelerator Celebrates 18 New Graduates from Spring 2024 Cohort

On March 28, 2024, the Salt Lake Chamber and the Women’s Business Center of Utah celebrated the graduation of the latest Diverse-Owned Business Accelerator cohort. Eighteen business owners, the highest number of graduates in a cohort yet, completed the program to enhance their entrepreneurship skills and receive one-on-one business coaching.

Brighter Futures, Inc.: Illuminating Foster Care Through Small Business

Small businesses play many important roles in our society. They encourage culture and engagement opportunities, create unique shopping and dining experiences and provide essential community services. In the case of Brighter Futures, Inc., small businesses can even provide children in the foster care system with what they need most: a family.

Speaking on Business: Vinson Home Inspections

Vinson Home Inspections is a home inspection company providing trusted property inspections to the Salt Lake Valley. They inspect everything from foundation to roof, empowering future homeowners to feel confident in their decisions.

Speaking on Business: Cafe Rio

Café Rio was created in St. George Utah, in 1997, by Steve Stanley, a classically trained French chef. 27 years later, we continue to serve the “fresh modern Mexican” recipes Steve conceived when he spent the earlier part of his career in the Rio Grande Valley. 

Rocky Mountain University Welcomes Dr. Michael Nelson to the Board of Trustees

As Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) continues to lead innovation and excellence in health education and practice, it has announced the appointment of Michael Nelson, DHSc, DMSc, MPAs, PA-C to the RMU Board of Trustees.  A visionary in healthcare, Nelson’s career has included serving as the Program Director of the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program and the Dean of the College of Medical Science at RMU. Currently, he is a clinically practicing Physician Assistant specializing in sports medicine.

Red Cross honors health care team during Medical Laboratory Professionals Week

The American Red Cross of Utah recognizes local scientists, technicians and medical professionals during the 49th annual Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, held from April 14-20. This dedicated team of health care workers meticulously collects and tests donated blood, ensuring the well-being of the community and patients in need of lifesaving blood transfusions or treatments.

Speaking on Business: Motherly

Motherly is an all-in-one parenting platform that is on a mission to help every mother thrive with expert advice, inspirational stories, curated solutions and more.