Speaking on Business: La Cubana

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. La Cubana brings authentic Cuban food to communities across Utah, serving traditional family recipes from their food trailer. They share the flavors and culture of Cuba with local communities through their food. Owner, Christina Rojas, joins us with more.  Christina Rojas:  La Cubana is a family business that […]

Speaking on Business: Joy Pops

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Joy Pops is a locally owned paleta shop in Sandy, Utah, specializing in traditional Mexican paletas made fresh in-house. With a variety of creamy and fruit-based flavors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Owner, Kalli Lebaron, joins us with more.  Kalli Lebaron:  At Joy Pops, we love creating […]

How World War II Shaped America’s 1st Nutcracker™

SALT LAKE CITY, UT – This Veterans Day, a quiet wartime story connects the sacrifices of World War II to a tradition that now defines the American holiday season. In 1944, with the nation deep in war, Utah native and choreographer Willam Christensen, known as “Mr. C,” wanted to bring joy during a bleak time. […]

SBA Opens Nominations for National Small Business Week 2027

Trump Administration Invites America’s Innovators, Job Creators, and Builders to Apply for State and National Recognition UTAH — Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) opened nominations for its 2027 National Small Business Week Awards, which recognize exceptional small business owners from Utah. National Small Business Week will take place May 2–8, 2027. Nominations must […]

5 Questions with 2026 Pathfinder Carin Crowe

On November 11, the Salt Lake Chamber will honor seven outstanding businesswomen at the 50th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. Among this year’s honorees is Carin Crowe, CEO of Habitat for Humanity Greater Salt Lake Area and a 2026 Pathfinder Award honoree. Learn more about Crowe and her career below: Was […]

Speaking on Business: Wasatch Front Regional Council

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Wasatch Front Regional Council builds consensus and improves quality of life by bringing communities together to plan for better transportation, livable communities, a strong economy and a healthy environment. Executive Director, Andrew Gruber, joins us with more.  Andrew Gruber:  Wasatch Front Regional Council brings government, business, and […]

6 Questions with 2026 ATHENA Sandi Sumner Hendry

On November 11, the Salt Lake Chamber will honor seven outstanding businesswomen at the 50th annual Women & Business Conference and ATHENA Awards Luncheon. Among this year’s honorees is Sandi Sumner Hendry, CEO and founder of Minky Couture and the 2026 ATHENA Award honoree. Learn more about Hendry and her career below: Before Minky Couture, […]

Speaking on Business: Wintersmith Advisory

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Wintersmith Advisory helps Utah businesses build the systems they need to meet industry standards, earn important certifications and open the door to new opportunities and customers. Principal Consultant, Alex Lackey, joins us with more.  Alex Lackey:  Two of Utah’s biggest sectors, aerospace and software, run on certification: AS9100 […]